On behalf of my colleagues that serve in the largest and longest standing provider of health care in our region, I want to share a few thoughts as we prepare to celebrate the holidays.
Please be safe. There is nothing political about COVID-19 in our community. Please take measures to not harm yourself or others. Wearing a mask is an inconvenience, but the consequences of spreading the virus are worthy of being inconvenienced.
Everyone has a role. If there was ever an illustration of interdependence, it is what we are experiencing in this pandemic. Your important role may be to help your family make a hard decision about where to spend their holidays. You may need to listen to a loved one frustrated by the consequences of the pandemic. Whatever your role in helping our community navigate the pandemic, it matters, and your friends working in health care appreciate your efforts.
Please know your encouragement is noticed. Our PeaceHealth teams have received over 20,000 donated meals, thousands of letters of encouragement, and thousands more prayers. Your encouragement matters to us and we are very thankful. It is a blessing to work in a community that has been so incredibly encouraging. Thank you.
We wish you the very best in this holiday season.
