The Medical Center, Navicent Health celebrated the installation of its new Auxiliary officers on Monday, November 9, 2020.  

The incoming leaders for 2021 are as follows:

• Mary Parks, President

• Vivian Thomas, President Elect

• Patsy Bass, Treasurer

• Sandy Smith, Recording Secretary

• Melissa Hicks, Corresponding Secretary 

Thus far in 2020, the Auxiliary raised more than $53,000 through various fundraisers. Funds will be used to support two scholarship programs and enhance various patient and visitor services at The Medical Center, Navicent Health and Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital, Navicent Health. Auxilians also contributed 2,195 hours of service to The Medical Center and Beverly Knight Olson Children’s Hospital prior to the onset of COVID-19. 

“Our Auxiliary is a significant part of the framework of our hospital, and our officers support the Auxilians with competent leadership. As the first cases of COVID-19 appeared in Georgia, we made the difficult decision to suspend our volunteer program for the safety of our volunteers and patients. Although volunteers did not work in our hospitals from March to October, our auxilians continued to raise funds for the hospital through online sales, support hospital programs and our staff on the frontlines. It is truly remarkable what they have been able to accomplish this year, and we are grateful for their support,” said Susan Harris, Chief Operating Officer for The Medical Center, Navicent Health. 

Navicent Health is currently seeking new adult and teen volunteers to join the Auxiliary. Volunteers serve in a wide variety of areas throughout the hospital to assist patients, visitors, and hospital employees. Those interested in serving the healthcare needs of the community may visit www.navicenthealth.org/get-involved.html for information and applications.