Matthew Romell is honored with Littauer’s Goodwill Award Posted on August 16, 2016 by Dakota PikeLittauer 2016 second-quarter Goodwill Award recipient, MIS System Administrator Matthew Romrell, with daughters Makenna age 5, and Macie age 2 GLOVERSVILLE – On Thursday, Aug. 11, Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home honored Matthew Romell with the 2016 second-quarter Goodwill Award. Romell is a MIS System Administrator. He was presented the award by Littauer President and CEO, Laurence E. Kelly before a gathering of his peers. Romell has been a Littauer employee since February of 2013.Kelly pointed out that it takes different kinds of people in a variety of roles to deliver exceptional healthcare.“It takes Littauer different kinds of people in different kinds of roles,” said Kelly. “Some are behind the scenes, but it takes all 1,000 of us to do everything we do.”With nominations from multiple departments, Romell’s character and work ethic were identified as exemplary. According to those who nominated him, Romell exhibits outstanding professionalism and makes employees’ jobs easier – all with a great attitude and smile. He exhibits Littauer’s organizational values of integrity, compassion, collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence.“I say this all the time, I love working here and I love the people I work with,” said Romell. “This award is really a surprise, and I appreciate it.”Recipients for the award are nominated by NLH employees, providers or patients and submitted to the Goodwill Committee. They are selected in a blind format.Romell received a plaque and a check along with his special honor.Littauer President and CEO, Laurence E. Kelly, left, presents MIS System Administrator Matthew Romrell with the 2016 second-quarter Goodwill Award
Littauer celebrates National Breast Feeding Week with special event Posted on August 16, 2016 by Dakota PikeBaby Kyle Fetterly who flourished his first year on breast milk after consultation sessions at Nathan Littauer HospitalLittauer’s Lactation Consultant Nancy Quinlan, RN, IBCLC, left, greets one of the many mothers and young babies she has consulted with about breast feedingGLOVERSVILLE – On Wednesday, Aug. 3, Littauer celebrated (Aug. 1 through 7) with a reception for breast feeding supporters and new and expectant moms with families. Over 75 were in attendance for the event which offered refreshments and an opportunity for mothers, babies and families to socialize and share stories.The event was hosted by Littauer’s Lactation Consultant Nancy Quinlan, RN, IBCLC. Littauer’s lactation services allows for a comfortable place for breastfeeding and pregnant families to get professional breastfeeding support, check baby’s weight and milk intake, and connect to community resources.Quinlan is a Registered Nurse and an International Breastfeeding Certified Lactation Consultant at Littauer. She has helped countless new mothers nurse their babies with breastfeeding classes or one-on-one consultations. By June, Qunlan had already celebrated 50 consultations for the year at Nathan Littauer Hospital.“Breastfeeding is the one gift that only a mom can give her baby that will have a lifelong effect on them both,” said Quinlan. “Breast milk keeps your baby healthy and breastfeeding keeps the mother healthy.”“For a small hospital we have a dedicated staff that works timelessly to help support moms who want to breastfeed,” said Littauer VP of Communications and Public Relations, Cheryl McGrattan. “There are many families who have been impacted by our comprehensive breastfeeding services.”Kelly Fetterlyis a mom of a healthy baby boy named Kyle who is soon to be a one-year old. She has managed to give her son breast milk for his entire first year. This is not so unusual, except that Fetterly has never nursed. Kyle was born pre-mature and was in a neo-natal intensive care unit for 27 hours before she was able to try nursing him. For reasons unknown, Kyle never latched with his mother for feedings.Determined to give her baby the healthiest start to life that she could, Fetterly was referred to and met with Quinlan at Nathan Littauer Hospital. Together they worked out a plan and Fetterly managed to pump milk for every feeding in Kyle’s first year.“I don’t know what I would have done without Nancy, she has been emotional reassurance every step of the way,” said Fetterly. “Her patience, time, and advice have made the difference. I think of Nancy as a close friend now, and Kyle adores her.”This year’s World Breastfeeding Week theme, “Breastfeeding: A Key to Sustainable Development,” was about how breastfeeding is a key element in getting us to think about how to value our wellbeing from the very start of life, how to respect each other, and to care for the world we share.
Wellness Words August 2016 Posted on August 9, 2016 by Dakota PikeHealthLink Littauer’sWELLNESS WORDSSubmitted by Carol Tomlinson, RN BSCommunity Health Educator Fruits & Veggies For Your HealthHarvest time in Upstate NY is one of the best times of the year! From June strawberries to fall pumpkins, we enjoy an abundance of homegrown fruits and vegetables. Farmer’s markets appear in Gloversville, Johnstown and Amsterdam, and little stands of fresh picked sweet corn and other veggies appear everywhere making getting a supply affordable. You’ve heard it before – we are just not eating enough fruits and vegetables. U.S. Dietary Guidelines call for 3-5 servings of vegetables and 3-4 servings of fruit each day. But the fact is, less than 30% of us – that’s 7 out of 10 Americans – are failing to meet these basic guidelines. Think about it…we are actually being asked to eat more of something. How often do you hear that? Why not start a new habit during this time of abundance. It is easy to get all the nutrients you need to feel good and look good if you just add fruits and veggies to every meal and snack. Here are some tips from the Hope Health Newsletter: BreakfastTop French toast or waffles with berries or slices of banana or kiwi fruit.Fill an omelet or scrambled eggs with mushrooms, onions, zucchini and/or spinach.Add fresh fruit to yogurt or cereal.LunchReplace half the meat in a sandwich with extra slices of tomato and leafy lettuce.Add fruit slices or grapes to any green salad.Make peanut butter sandwiches with slices of apple or pear instead of jelly.Top a baked potato with broccoli or homemade salsa instead of butter or sour cream.Add your favorite chopped fruits or veggies to tuna or chicken salad.DinnerGarnish a filet of sole with grapes, or add fresh pineapple to grilled chicken.Finely chop any type of vegetable then sauté and add to lasagna.Stuff meatloaf with celery, onions, carrots and lentils.Spray fresh veggies lightly with olive oil and roast them in a 400 degree oven or grill them on skewers.Grill stone fruit like peaches, nectarines and plums for dessert.SnacksWhole fruits are quick, prep-free, on-the-go snacks. Keep a bowl of fresh fruit on your counter for easy access.Cut up sticks of celery, carrots, sweet peppers, cucumbers and put them in small plastic bags in your refrigerator.Freeze grapes or bananas for a cool treat. Eating your fruits and veggies need not be cumbersome. You can even be a “sneaky chef” and add twice as much to a favorite recipe. It is an easy way to get the nutrients you need. Plus, you can easily freeze the leftovers to enjoy during the winter and early spring. Remember, a diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables will help lower your risks for heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and even some types of cancer. Additionally, your appetite will be naturally controlled without sacrifice and with the added benefit of more energy! For more information, talk to your health care provider or call HealthLink Littauer at 736-1120. You can email us at healthlink@nlh.org, visit our website at nlh.org, or visit our new wellness center at 2 Colonial Court in downtown Johnstown, Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. We’re your community health & wellness service of Nathan Littauer Hospital and Nursing Home.
HealthLink hosts 20th annual Women’s Wellness Conference, “Images of a Woman” Posted on July 27, 2016 by Dakota PikeJOHNSTOWN – HealthLink Littauer is hosting its 20th annual Women’s Wellness Conference, “Images of a Woman” on Wednesday, Aug. 3 at the Johnstown Holiday Inn, 308 N Comrie Ave., Johnstown. Two sessions are being offered; noon to 2:30 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m.Seats are still available for this highly anticipated women’s conference. Back again by popular demand is international motivational speaker, humorist, and author Sandy Queen. Her energetic, positive presentation on enjoying life’s processes will be given with a great sense of humor.Included at the event will be various vendors, massage therapy, a raffle and a buffet style meal. Tickets are $30. You can reserve your seat by visiting HealthLink Littauer at 2 Colonial Court in Johnstown or by calling (518) 736-1120.
Littauer celebrates World Breastfeeding Week with an event Posted on July 27, 2016 by Dakota PikeGLOVERSVILLE – Nathan Littauer Hospital, led by World Breastfeeding WeekNancy Quinlan, RN, IBCLC is celebrating World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1 through 7, with an event on Aug. 3, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.at the Littauer Surgical Center., located in the hospital at 99 E. State St., in Gloversville. Supporters, new or expectant moms with families are invited to attend. Refreshments will be served and mothers are welcome to share their stories and socialize.Littauer’s lactation services allows for a comfortable place for breastfeeding and pregnant families to get professional breastfeeding support, check baby’s weight and milk intake, and connect to community resources. Nancy Quinlan is a Registered Nurse and an International Breastfeeding Certified Lactation Consultant at Littauer. She has helped countless new mothers nurse their babies with breastfeeding classes or one-on-one consultations.“Breastfeeding is the one gift that only a mom can give her baby that will have a lifelong effect on them both,” said Quinlan. “Breast milk keeps your baby healthy and breastfeeding keeps the mother healthy.”By June, Qunlan had already celebrated 50 consultations for the year at Nathan Littauer Hospital, and her visits are constantly growing.This year’s World Breastfeeding Week theme, “Breastfeeding: A Key to Sustainable Development,” is about how breastfeeding is a key element in getting us to think about how to value our wellbeing from the very start of life, how to respect each other, and to care for the world we share.For further information or an appointment, call Nancy Quinlan at (518) 775-4101.
