Erie Chapman Foundation
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Compassion & A Happy Return – May 17-19
The best story describing compassion and what Radical Loving Care looks like is told in the 8 minute speech I gave recently at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Continue reading
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Take Care of the People Who Take Care of People – May 13-17
It is the most quotable thing I have ever said because it is true but not obvious: “the number one job of leaders is to take care of the people who take care of people.” Continue reading
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What Is It About A Mother’s Love? May 11-12
What is it about a mother's love that warms our heart when we remember that she always wanted the best for us? This Mother's Day, enhance your caregiving by recalling your mother's loving care of you. We know that when… Continue reading
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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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