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Help Make the Holidays Brighter for Covenant Kids
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Credit Unions Impact Saginaw and Alpha Media are partnering to share some joy this holiday season with Covenant Kids during “The Lights Before Christmas”. These events are an opportunity to shine a little light into the lives of little ones who have to spend time in the hospital. From now through Christmas, donate a new, unwrapped toy at one of the below drop-off locations or bring it to the Lights Before Christmas events taking place weekly November 27 to December 18. Drop-off boxes can be found at the...
Medical Moments: Physicians Feeding Families Program
Monday, November 18, 2024
Video Credit to WNEM TV 5 Featuring: Ron Gonzales, MD, Covenant Health Partners and Kelly Stehle, MSN, RN, CNL, Covenant Health Partners Watch to learn about a new program started by Covenant HealthCare Partners called “Physicians Feeding Families,” which aims to assist individuals experiencing food insecurity. Physicians Feeding Families offers a bag of non-perishable foods to patients in need of emergency food assistance while they are at their primary care physician’s office—no questions asked. Food ...
Covenant HealthCare Participating in IT and Manufacturing Career Fair
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Covenant HealthCare is pleased to announce its participation in an upcoming career fair focused on Information Technology (IT) and Manufacturing, scheduled for November 21, 2024. This event offers a valuable opportunity for students, recent graduates, and alumni pursuing a career in IT and manufacturing to connect with Covenant HealthCare’s recruiters, explore current job openings, and learn about the dynamic career paths available within the organization. As Covenant HealthCare continues to grow and ev...
Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
Monday, September 30, 2024
Saginaw, MI – September 30, 2024 Covenant HealthCare proudly commemorates the 10-year anniversary of the first transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) at the Structural Heart Center at Covenant HealthCare—the first procedure of its kind in the Great Lakes Bay Region. TAVR is a minimally invasive treatment option for patients with narrowing of the aortic valve. There are times when TAVR is the only option available for patients not suitable for open heart surgery. Compared to open heart surgery, mu...
Fall Prevention Fair Hosted by Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Covenant HealthCare
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Take a step toward safety. Join us for FREE health screenings and expert advice at a Fall Prevention Fair hosted by Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation at Covenant HealthCare! Free screenings include: Cardiac screening Blood pressure check Balance test Visual screening Learn about: Fall prevention strategies Stop the bleed Stroke awareness Covenant Breast Health Program Mammogram screening information Wellspring Lutheran Services And much more! The first 100 attendees will receive a free bag at the door. Light...
Covenant HealthCare Community Career Fair Coming October 3, 2024
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Join PartnerShift Network, The Mustard Seed Shelter, Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan, and the Saginaw County Community Action Center for a job fair. This event will highlight the many career opportunities available at Covenant HealthCare—Saginaw County’s largest employer. Covenant HealthCare Community Career Fair Thursday, October 3, 2024 | 1:00 - 3:00 pm Saginaw County Community Action Center (2824 Perkins St, Saginaw, MI 48601) Speak with recruiters, who will tell you more about what Covenant has to...
Extraordinary Neighbors Revitalizing the Community
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Covenant HealthCare knows medical care, and we do it well. But we also strive to be extraordinary neighbors and an extraordinary employer. “Covenant is working hard to make our community better,” said Beth Charlton, President/CEO. “We know that the health of a community does not rest on medical care alone, it’s about the whole person having their basic needs met, and housing is foundational to all other needs and outcomes. That’s why we’re investing $500,000 each year for the next five years into neighb...
Teddy Bear Motorcycle Ride Tradition Continues for Covenant Kids
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
The Teddy Bear Ride offers an opportunity for local bikers to brighten the day of local kids in the Covenant Children's Hospital. The 18th annual Teddy Bear Ride for Covenant Kids will be held Saturday, Aug 24, 2024. People who cannot make the event but wish to participate are encouraged to donate new teddy bears and other new stuffed animals at a drop off location  now through the day of the event at: Sanford American Legion  2080 N Meridian Road, Sanford, MI 48657 Ryder's Bar and Grill 2650 ...
Medical Moments: Covenant Foundation Red Carpet Fundraiser Events (Visiting Nurse Association)
Monday, August 5, 2024
Video Credit to WNEM TV 5 Featuring: Katie Parkhurst, Visiting Nurse Association The Annual Covenant Foundation Red Carpet Events take place this week on August 8 and 9! Red Carpet is a two-day four-event fundraiser to support programs and services of Covenant HealthCare, including the Covenant Visiting Nurse Association. There will be lots of fun and extra whimsy at the Red Carpet Premiere Thursday evening! Join us for a trip to Wonderland with food trucks, specialty whimsical drinks, photobooths, a go...
Medical Moments: Heat Safety Tips
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Video Credit to WNEM TV 5 Featuring: Laura Walker, BSN, RN, Covenant Injury Prevention Outreach and Trauma Education Specialist Beat the heat with safety tips from Laura Walker, BSN RN, Covenant HealthCare Injury Prevention Outreach and Trauma Education Specialist, that can be used all summer long!