Information Session at BRMC for New Diabetes Volunteer Program

Officials at Bradford Regional Medical Center are inviting the community to an informational session for anyone interested in learning more about a new Diabetic Volunteer Program. "We are going to start a service for individuals who need emotional support in dealing with that aspect of their diagnosis," explained Stacy Williams, Director of Annual Giving & Volunteer Services at BRMC. The informational session will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, May 18 in the Same Day Surgery Waiting Room at BRMC's Outpatient Services Center, N. Bennett St. access. According to Mrs. Williams, the meeting is open to diabetics or family members. In addition, staff from the hospital's Center for Diabetes & Nutrition Education will also be available to answer questions and meet patients and their families.

The Center for Diabetes & Nutrition Education Fund was established in 2005 to provide philanthropic support for specialized equipment for patients of all ages who may have a limited income. Outright gifts and memorials are accepted through the Bradford Hospital Foundation, 20 School St. and at BRMC's Center for Diabetes & Nutrition Education, 222 W. Washington St. in Bradford.

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