Littauer announces their first baby of 2018

Littauer announces their first baby of 2018

Littauer's first baby of 2018, Ryder Xavier Henderson, son of Ashley Boles and Aaron Henderson of Gloversville

Littauer’s first baby of 2018, Ryder Xavier Henderson, son of Ashley Boles and Aaron Henderson of Gloversville

GLOVERSVILLE, NEW YORK (January 3, 2018) – The Birthing Center at Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home announces the arrival of the first baby of the New Year 2018.  Ryder Xavier Henderson, son of Ashley Boles and Aaron Henderson of Gloversville, was born at 5:31 p.m. on Jan. 2, 2018, weighing 6 pounds, 10 ounces. He is the couple’s first child.

On Wednesday, members of the Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary presented the couple with a gift of supplies valuing approximately $300, at a special presentation the auxiliary has done for over 30 years.

Littauer’s first baby of 2018, Ryder Xavier Henderson, seated with his parents Ashley Boles and Aaron Henderson of Gloversville. Standing is NLH&H Auxiliary President Norma Cozzolino, left and NLH Director of Volunteer Services Susan McNeil

Littauer’s first baby of 2018, Ryder Xavier Henderson, seated with his parents Ashley Boles and Aaron Henderson of Gloversville. Standing is NLH&H Auxiliary President Norma Cozzolino, left and NLH Director of Volunteer Services Susan McNeil

The Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary is honored

On May 10, Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home hosted its annual luncheon in honor of Healthcare Auxilian Day. The event, held at Wine and Rose’s Restaurant in Broadalbin, is designated to recognize Littauer’s dedicated auxilians for the support they provide throughout the year.

The Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary has 77 active members devoted more than 8,200 hours in 2016. Littauer President and CEO, Laurence Kelly, and Littauer Director of Volunteer Services, Susan McNeil, addressed the group praising them for their many accomplishments.

“You dedication is recognized throughout the organization,” said McNeil. “Thank you for the countless contributions you make to Littauer each day.”

Littauer auxilians initiate and volunteer for a wide variety of patient and family care services—from outpatient clinics to intensive care units. They support Littauer health fairs, health screenings, blood banks, as well as assist all hospital departments and programs in the community.

More specifically, in the past year, the Littauer auxiliary volunteered for many special projects including: Staff Appreciation Day, the nursing home¹s resident holiday party, knit 200 newborn caps and over 40 blankets, sweaters, mitten sets for birthing center. The volunteers also delivered over 140 American Flags to Littauer Veteran inpatients. They continue their work on Littauer’s Reflection Garden, and donate hundreds of hours helping various departments.

Gov. Coumo proclaimed May 3 as Health Care Auxilian Day in New York State to recognize the dedicated auxilians who annually donate more than 5 million hours of service to their health care facilities and to their communities. Littauer joins in recognizing these incredible and integral “wellness ambassadors.”

The Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary

The Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary

Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxilary recognizes volunteers for decades of service

Long-term dedicated Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxilians ; Ann Adore, left, Cyndy Myers and Jeanne Wilkinson  with Littauer Director of Volunteer Services Susan McNeil

Long-term dedicated Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxilians ; Ann Adore, left, Cyndy Myers and Jeanne Wilkinson with Littauer Director of Volunteer Services Susan McNeil

The Nathan Littauer Hospital & Nursing Home Auxiliary is proud to recognize; Ann Adore (25 years), Cyndy Myers (28 years) and Jeanne Wilkinson (26 years) for their service and dedication to Littauer.

The three volunteer “wellness ambassadors” were recognized for their decades of service and presented a gift from Littauer Director of Volunteer Services, Susan McNeil.

“On behalf of the many patients, residents, staff and visitors you have helped, I thank you,” said McNeil. Thank you for the care and many years of time and service you have so generously given.”

 

Former Chief VanDeusen helms security at Littauer

GLOVERSVILLE – Littauer is proud to welcome Donald W. VanDeusen III as the hospital’s new Supervisor of Security and Emergency Management. VanDeusen is well known in the community for his 26 years as a Gloversville Police officer and more recently as the Gloversville Police Chief.
“Littauer is thrilled to have a professional with Don’s law enforcement experience working directly on our campus,” said NLH Vice President of Community Relations, Cheryl McGrattan. “His integrity and vast knowledge in the field is an asset to Nathan Littauer.”
VanDeusen has smoothly transitioned into his new role. “I have met a lot of good people which makes the management transition from a municipality to health care much easier,” said VanDeusen.
VanDeusen’s responsibilities include hospital security, and emergency management at Littauer and all nine primary & specialty cares centers.

Littauer’s new Supervisor of Security and Emergency Management, Donald W. VanDeusen III

Littauer’s new Supervisor of Security and Emergency Management, Donald W. VanDeusen III

Hilda Cooper celebrates 100 surrounded by family

GLOVERSVILLE – Hilda Cooper, a resident of the Nathan Littauer Nursing Home celebrated her 100th birthday Jan. 12 at the residence surrounded by her family.

Born Jan. 12, 1916, Hilda grew up in Sprout Brook. She married Aiden Jonas Cooper on Nov. 22, 1944. Together they had three daughters, Susan, Diane and Bonnie Lou. She has four grandchildren and one great grandson.

Hilda was a teacher with Canajoharie Central Schools. Interestingly, she started her career as a teacher in the Ames one-room schoolhouse.

A party was given in her honor on her centennial with cake for family, friends and residents.

Hilda Cooper, seated at center, celebrated her 100th birthday on Jan. 12 at the Nathan Littauer Nursing Home surrounded by her family and friends.

Hilda Cooper, seated at center, celebrated her 100th birthday on Jan. 12 at the Nathan Littauer Nursing Home surrounded by her family and friends.