To promote social distancing and address food and job insecurity during this time of crisis, Dell Med is partnering with Good Apple, a doctor-prescribed grocery delivery service founded and operated by Dell Med students and Michael Hole, M.D., MBA, pediatrician at Dell Children’s Medical Center, part of Ascension Seton, and an assistant professor with Dell Med and the Lyndon B. “During this challenging time, it’s important that we all work together like Austinites do - with innovation, compassion, and fellowship.” “As communities look for ways to serve the most vulnerable populations impacted by the coronavirus crisis, we are dedicated to supporting the health care heroes at Dell Med and Ascension Seton - and their innovative solutions,” said Nikki Graham, Bank of America Austin market president. Additionally, the funds will assist healthcare workers as they maintain their own well-being while caring for others by providing assistance with financial hardship, housing and medical needs. The remaining half will support Ascension Seton’s clinical response across 11 counties. Half of the funds will go to Dell Med to strengthen an initiative through which 8,000 Central Texas residents who are particularly susceptible to the dangers of the coronavirus can enjoy fresh, healthy food. As such, the foundation is providing $250,000 toward coordinated efforts between Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin and Ascension Seton to help address those nutritional needs and other challenges the community is facing as a result of the coronavirus. Food Pantries, supported by the Family Fund, provide microwave meals, protein bars, snack mix, breakfast items, and more on every unit for any family that needs it.AUSTIN, Texas - Central Texans will receive additional support during the coronavirus pandemic, specifically to fill food insecurity gaps, cover patient costs, assist with hospital equipment needs and provide financial assistance for health care workers, thanks to a grant from the Bank of America Charitable Foundation.Įvery day, nearly 160,000 Travis County residents have trouble meeting their nutritional needs. Sadly some do not have food or money for food. – Patient’s families often arrive at the Dell Children’s unexpectedly. The family was not able to afford this unexpected medical expense, but the Family Fund provided the necessary vests (cost of $1540.00). Due to heavy scarring, he required a specialized compression garment in order to move forward with treatment, and have needed surgery. – A 10 yr old boy sustained burns to his upper body during a kitchen accident. The Dell Children’s Family Fund allows us to serve the patient and family by providing comfort and extending our care during their most vulnerable time. Purpose: Ensures direct and immediate funds to provide comfort items for families at Dell Children’s as well as provisions for children and families experiencing financial hardship.įurthering Our Mission: A family with a sick or injured child is uniquely vulnerable. My deepest thank you for providing the scholarship. And now, because of Seton, I have been blessed and lifted so that I may continue to grow in my field. Not knowing how in the world my needs would be met was a very real concern for me. She has persevered to provide better care for the patients she cares so much about because, “If you aren’t giving back, you aren’t doing it right.” In response to receiving a scholarship to complete her degree, San says, “In my journey I have fought to keep the faith. San delayed her education to care for her 4 children after her husband passed in 2010. In May 2021, she will complete her nursing degree. Now, she is an all-star PCT at Ascension Seton Highland Lakes. Story: 13 years ago, San Hartlinne joined the EVS team. Purpose: Provides scholarships to Ascension Seton and Dell Children’s associates associates to advance or pursue a career in nursing.įurthering Our Mission: By providing nursing scholarships, we are supporting associates furthering their education while creating a strong nursing force to improve the health of Central Texans.
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