Bates County Memorial Hospital

We are pleased to announce that Ben Landers, MLS has been selected as November Employee of the Month. Ben is a medical lab scientist who has worked in the hospital’s Laboratory since June of 2021. Ben’s colleagues describe him as kind, courteous, and always willing to lend a hand. Whether it’s assisting with a co-worker’s workload or stepping in during times of illness or vacation, Ben’s willingness to help does not go unnoticed. His proactive approach is one of his standout qualities—he often anticipates needs and completes tasks without being asked, ensuring the smooth operation of the lab. Though his face time with patients may be limited, Ben’s interactions are always characterized by professionalism and warmth. In the lab, he consistently delivers accurate and timely results, treating each responsibility with the utmost care and precision. His commitment to quality work and his conscientious approach to patient care have earned him the respect and admiration of his peers. Ben is truly an asset to BCMH, and his contributions continue to enhance our hospital’s overall success. We are proud to recognize him for his hard work, dedication, and positive impact on our workplace. Thank you, Ben, for everything you do! #EmployeeOfTheMonth #Teamwork

Honoring a Remarkable Career: Janice Schapler Retires After 47 Years of Service After 47 years of combined service, Janice Schapler, one of our beloved housekeepers, has retired from BCMH. Earlier this week, we gathered to honor her and thank her for her unwavering dedication to our hospital. Janice began her journey with us as a candy striper, then served as a CNA for over eight years. Following a brief period when several hospital staff were laid off, Janice returned to BCMH, where she dedicated the next 39 years to the housekeeping department. In her retirement speech, Janice reflected on the relationships she’s built over the years: “I’ve formed a lot of relationships I’ll keep for a lifetime, and I care about each one of you. I wish you all the best, and I hope this hospital thrives going forward.” Janice’s work ethic, dedication, and warm spirit have been a cornerstone of our hospital community. While she will certainly be missed, we are grateful for her service and wish her all the best in this next chapter of life. Congratulations, Janice! 🌸 #EmployeeRecognition #ThankYouJanice #HealthcareHeroes #CareerMilestones #BCMH #Retirement #LegacyOfService

❤️A Successful Health Fair at BCMH! 💛 We’re thrilled to share that our Red Kingdom Health Fair on November 6 was a great success, with nearly 90 attendees joining us for a day filled with fun, wellness, and community spirit! 💪🌱 A big thank you to the 46 visitors who took advantage of our deeply discounted lab tests and the 21 who received a discounted carotid artery screening – making important strides toward better health! 💉❤️ This event wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing vendors who contributed their time, expertise, and resources to make it all happen. A heartfelt thank you to: Auxiliary Gift Shop Bates County Community Health Foundation Coffman Chiropractic Compass Dental Compass Behavioral Health Community Blood Center Dains Dental KC Hearing Center New Growth Transit 49 Functional Fitness Fitness Hub Get Fit Gym Muscle Brigade Your support made this event not only informative but also fun and inspiring for everyone involved. We are so grateful to have such dedicated partners in health and wellness! 👏 Looking forward to more events like this in the future. Here’s to a healthier community! #HealthFair #CommunityWellness #BCMH #HealthyLiving #PartnershipsInHealth #GratefulForOurVendors #MakingHealthHappen

We are thrilled to announce that, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we raised a total of $1,572 for the BCMH Cares Mammogram Fund! Congratulations to our raffle winners: 🌸 Angelia Cumpton won the crocheted blanket (prize accepted by her daughter-in-law, Josie Cumpton). 🌸 Teah White, one of our ultrasound techs, is the lucky winner of the customized Chiefs jean jacket. 🌸 Dickie Reinke from Plant Operations won the 50-50 raffle. 🌸 Julie Bitner is the winner of the children’s jean jacket (not pictured). A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our raffles, contributing $432 to this important cause. We are incredibly proud of our BCMH employees, who raised $1,140 through our Flamingo Flocking and Pink & Jeans Day initiatives. Your generosity will help ensure that local women have access to essential screening mammograms for early detection of breast cancer. Together, we are making a significant impact in our community! 💖 #BreastCancerAwareness #BCMHcares #CommunitySupport

What a fantastic Sight & Safety Night in Adrian! 🎉 Dee Dee Yates and Donna Thornton from Family Care Clinics enjoyed handing out treat bags to an array of costumes, including dinosaurs, Ghostbusters, and a very large Patrick, along with nearly 1,000 other attendees! 👻🦖 We were thrilled to connect with so many members of our community and want to extend our gratitude to the Adrian MO Lions Club and the Adrian, MO Chamber of Commerce for hosting this wonderful annual event. Looking forward to next year! #SightAndSafetyNight #AdrianMO #CommunityEngagement #FamilyCareClinics #HalloweenCelebration #Gratitude

👻 We had a fantastic time participating in the Butler Chamber's Trunk or Treat on the square! It was an evening filled with fun and laughter, and we truly enjoyed the opportunity to connect with our community. A special thank you to the Butler Area Chamber of Commerce for organizing this wonderful event, and to our dedicated staff members Chris Pope, Corrine Jacobs, and Russ Whisenand for representing our hospital and ambulance service so well! 🎃 #TrunkorTreat #CommunityEngagement

Today, we celebrated Irl Jackson’s retirement after 19 years of dedicated service to BCMH in housekeeping and laundry. It was wonderful to honor him with a party and gifts, recognizing the hard work and cheerful spirit he brought to our team. Irl, enjoy every moment of your retirement and all the fishing adventures ahead—you’ve truly earned it! 🎣🌅🚣♂️ Pictured is Irl Jackson (left) with Greg Weaver, CEO. #Retirement #ThankYou #TeamBCMH

Pastor Jeremy Henderson and Mike Humphrey are Auxiliary Volunteers who dedicate their service hours to the spiritual care of our patients. They make regular rounds to the Med/Surg floor and to the Long-Nissen Infusion Center, offering compassionate support and quality pastoral care to both patients and their families. We can't express how blessed we are to have two such caring souls serving in this role, and we want to recognize their gifts of service to our community for Pastoral Care Week. Thank you, Jeremy and Mike, for making a positive difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mike Taranto, a valued member of our board. He dedicated eight years to serving our hospital and made significant contributions to our mission. His legacy will live on in the many lives he touched. https://lnkd.in/gVs3_TYS

Spreading Pink, Raising Funds, Feeling Grateful Here's a few of the ways our employees have been involved in breast cancer awareness month fundraising, and how our community can help.