Penn Highlands Mon Valley Receives Generous Donation from Its Auxiliary

Everyone enjoys visiting a bake sale or food truck, or taking a chance on a raffle. The members of the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Auxiliary enjoys hosting these events and raffles to raise money for patient care at the hospital. Recently Arlene Haney, the President of the Auxiliary presented a check for $20,000 to Peter J. Adamo, Penn Highlands Healthcare Regional Market President – Southwestern Region who also serves as President of Penn Highlands Mon Valley.

“What I find so remarkable about our Auxiliary is that the members so willingly give us their time and expect nothing in return — and they tirelessly raise money to help the hospital provide a higher level of patient care,” said Mr. Adamo. “On behalf of our employees, physicians and most importantly our patients and visitors, I extend our sincere appreciation to each and every Auxilian for raising these funds and for all of the services that they provide. This is truly a prime example of how our Auxiliary excels in the major roles they play here at Penn Highlands Mon Valley.”

To date, the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Auxiliary has raised more than $3.4 million for the hospital. Mr. Adamo will use this $20,000 gift to refurbish the hospital’s Emergency Department waiting room. Plans include making the space more comfortable for patients and visitors.

“This is our community hospital and we want to help make it welcoming and comfortable for our friends and family and all of the people who come here for medical care,” said Mrs. Haney.

The Penn Highlands Mon Valley Auxiliary is a broad-based group representing a variety of interests and talents. It has 29 active members who assist in performing many services including helping to staff welcome/reception desks in the lobby of the hospital and the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center, rounding on the floors and staffing The Hub, the hospital’s 24-hour food service area.

If you are looking for a rewarding volunteer experience that helps the community, consider joining the Penn Highlands Mon Valley Auxiliary. The Auxiliary is a vital part of the hospital and through its fundraising efforts Penn Highlands Mon Valley has been able to upgrade services, purchase new equipment and improve patient care. If you have a few hours a day, week or month to share, you could help in The Hub planning events or with special sales. To learn more contact Arlene Haney at [email protected] or call 723-263-6363.