ContributorSummer 2017 Construction Now Underway on New Benefis Emergency Department A groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 12, 2017, marking the official start of the construction for the new $12.5 million Benefis Emergency Department (ED). The size of the ED will be nearly doubled through both new construction and remodeling, and the innovative design will allow more efficient and patient-friendly care with shorter wait times. Construction for the new ED will take approximately 18 months to complete. Throughout that time, the ED will remain completely functional to meet the needs of our community. The Benefis Foundation committed to raising $2.5 million for this state-of-the art, patient- and family-focused center. To date, more than $2 million has been raised. Continued on page 2 “Our amazing donors are helping to ensure the future of world-class, life-saving emergency care for years to come.” Kevin Langkiet, Benefis Director of Emergency Services and Critical Care Benefis Health System Foundation The current Benefis ED was designed and built nearly two decades ago to care for only 24,000 patients annually. Today, the Benefis ED cares for more than 34,000 patients per year. As one of only four Level II trauma centers in Montana, “When you think about it, the Phase I Benefis Emergency Services Emergency Department probably Relocate helipad, is always ready to provide has more importance to our surrounding parking lots, life-saving care 24 hours community and region than a day, 365 days a year. remodel old cath lab almost any other service "On top of seeing patients way provided by Benefis.” Phase II over the intended capacity, the Benefis CEO John Goodnow Remodel old endoscopy complexity and acuity of the building, build new patients we’re seeing is rising ambulance parking as well," commented Benefis Emergency Services Director Dr. Bridget garage and three new Brennan. "We’ve flown over 1,000 Mercy Flights the last two years running, and every day we are seeing more psychiatric patients and unfortunately trauma bays patients in need of sexual assault evaluations. The design team has been focused on those details plus hundreds more.” Phase III Build ED radiology area Several enhancements will be featured in the new ED: Phases Phase IV — High-tech equipment and the flexibility to accommodate Build critical care suites future technological advancements — More than 30 rooms that will be significantly larger than Phase V the current 18 rooms Remodel old ED — Two pediatric suites — Two-room sexual assault exam suite Phase VI New construction in — Behavioral health treatment room for patients facing an acute psychiatric crisis Construction current north parking lot — Enclosed ambulance garage with covered drive-through access n Please support the new Benefis Emergency Department and help us reach our $2.5 million fundraising goal. You can make a gift using the enclosed giving envelope or online at www.benefisfoundation.org. For information about naming opportunities in the new ED, please call the Benefis Foundation at (406) 455-5840. 2 | Contributor | Summer 2017 More Than $500,000 Raised at Mayfaire Support for Mayfaire 2017 was tremendous—more than $527,000 was raised for the new Benefis Emergency Department capital campaign. The charity golf tournament on May 12 at the Meadow Lark Country Club boasted beautiful weather and 60 teams. The Gala on Saturday evening had all the glitz and glam to make it an event to remember. Benefis’ 125th Birthday was celebrated with an art deco theme and an exquisite three- tiered birthday cake. More than 75 silent auction items went to the highest bidders, and the live auction featured such exclusive items as a Muhammed Ali signed boxing glove and tickets to the Country Music Awards in Nashville. The Company Men from Los Angeles dazzled guests and filled the floor with dancing. Benefis Employees were instrumental in Mayfaire fundraising—more than 200 gave financial contributions to the ED campaign. For the list of employee donors, visit www.benefisfoundation.org. “We are extremely grateful for the support of our sponsors, the community, and event attendees,” said Mayfaire coordinator Kelly Michel. “Mayfaire 2017 was an incredible success because of their generosity and the dedication of our wonderful volunteers and committee members.” n 69 business supporters 36 gifts made during the special appeal 240 golfers on 60 teams Numbers 712 guests at the gala 78 silent auction packages $3.6 million raised for 10 live auction items improvements and special services to enhance healthcare services at Mayfaire 89 volunteers Benefis over the past 18 years Summer 2017 | Contributor | 3 Mayfaire 2017 Supporters Mayfaire 2017 Donors Paramount Albertsons Cliff Garness Amy’s Morning Perk Duane and Katherine Gebhardt Keith and Mimi Anderson Sydne George Balance Massage Therapy, LLC Darren and Nicole Gilcher Barnes & Noble Booksellers John H. Goodnow Dudley Beard Timothy and Sara Goroski Benefis Emergency Services Bryce and Sara Graft Benefis Food and Grand Union Co., LTD. Nutritional Services Great Falls Symphony Association Premier Benefis Health System Great Falls Trap and Skeet Club Board of Directors Great Falls Voyagers Benefis Med Spa Great Harvest Bread Co Benefis Spectrum Medical, Inc Greenup Lawn, Landscape Benefis Volunteer Services & Sprinklers Big Bang Pizza Rick Griffin Platinum Pamalia J. Blackwell Robert and Veronica Griffith Contract Flooring Carpet One General Distributing Company Dr. Bill and Lynn Bloemendaal Guy Tabacco Construction Drinker Biddle Guy Tabacco Construction Co. Danny Borland and Dr. Judy Borland Thomas and Marilyn Hall William and Jacqueline Bourret Richard and Vicki Hammer Gold Robert and Cheryl Breckenridge Patty J. Harris Aramark Healthcare Technologies National Laundry & Dry Cleaners Brush Crazy Thomas and Donde Hayes D.A. 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Painter Corporate Supporters Todd and Karen Fried Gary and Marilyn Parker McKesson Healthcare TEKsystems Kent and Kathleen Funyak Parker Farms 4 | Contributor | Summer 2017 PEAK Health & Wellness Center Penthouse Salon and Spa Perkins Family Restaurant Nadine Pickthorn Pizazz Lincoln and Judith Powers Theresa A. Preite ProBuild Pam Purdy Quality Life Concepts Vince Raine Susan J. Raph REZ Engineering Stacy M. Rice Dave and Rebecca Richards Roadhouse Diner Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Roland and Helen Lapee Family Foundation David and Karla Runkel Scott and Shannon Schandelson Scheels Sports Steven and Carla Schnider Signal Point Golf Club James and Jill Simmons Mark Simon and Dr. Jo Walker Thank you for supporting Mayfaire Margaret Sitzmann Amber L. Steers 2017 and