Erie “Chip” Chapman
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Are We Still Alive? – May 6, 2024
Of all the places I worked before or since, none meant more than Riverside and the OhioHealth system I founded in 1984 and left in 1995. A big part of me wished I could have stayed for the ride from… Continue reading
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As Only A Mom Can Do: May 4-5 2024
In a destructive hurricane in 1982, chickens were released from the captivity of coops across farms in Kauai, HI. Since then, chickens have roamed free on the island and there is a law that protects them from harm. We are… Continue reading
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You Have Healing Hands: April 27-28 2024
“Give your hands to service and your heart to love.” Mother Teresa In an age where artificial intelligence is increasingly integrating into the realm of healthcare by taking on responsibilities of caregivers, Erie’s poignant reflection points out that “the value… Continue reading
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Healthcare’s Strange New War – April 22-26
Compassion is our most important healing power. Soon, it may be the only one we have left. Continue reading
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Earth Day is Every Day! April 20-21
EARTHDAY.ORG grew out of the first Earth Day in 1970, and is now the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement, working with more than 150,000 partners in over 192 countries to drive positive action for our planet. OUR… Continue reading
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What to Say to Grievers April 18-20
What do you say to Grief? “Let the ‘candles’ speak.” Continue reading
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One Smile April 14, 2024
"Be The Reason Someone Smiles." ~Roy T. Bennett One smile has the power to… Calm fears. Soften stone walls. Warm a cold heart. Invite a new friend. Mimic a loving hug. Beautify the bearer. Lighten heavy loads. Promote good deeds.… Continue reading
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The Tulips Knew April 6-7 2024
How did they knowit was time to push up through the long-wintered soil? How did they knowit was the moment to resurrect,while thick layers of stubborn icestill pressed the bleak ground flat? But the tulips knew. They came, rising strongly,a… Continue reading
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The Real Power of Fantasy – April 1-5
Because of how our brains work, “fantasy” is often more powerful than measurable realities. Every good leader-caregiver uses this truth wisely. Continue reading
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Easter Blessing March 30-31
Prayers for peace. Offered by Liz Sorensen WesselBackground mandala by ~liz Continue reading
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