Past Events Sponsored by the Auxiliary

Play with Your Food!

This virtual webinar explored versatile recipes and creative ways to strengthen family connections. Guest panelist Susanne Liebich introduced fun, safe activities, including a virtual vacation.

Recipes and resources from the webinar.

Corporator & Auxiliary Virtual Event: The ❤ of the Matter—Heart Health, Risks, Symptoms & Recovery

In partnership with the Sudbury Senior Center, this discussion covered heart health, warning signs of cardiac distress, risk factors, and prevention strategies.

Balanced and Bright, Healthy and Light

This virtual event shared tips for preparing healthy holiday meals, managing stress, and recreating traditional dishes with healthier alternatives.

A Year of COVID-19: Checking in on the Pandemic’s Effects on Mind and Body

Healthcare clinicians discussed the pandemic’s impact on mental and physical health, covering anxiety, grief, addiction support, sleep, and self-care.

Fall into Wellness: Eating with the Season in Mind

A primary care physician, dietitian, and local chef shared tips and recipes to support immunity through seasonal nutrition. Moderated by Kathryn Lorusso.

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Recipes shared during the discussion

Fresh Start: Starting 2021 with Healthy Habits

Experts discussed healthy snacks, comfort foods, lifestyle changes, and tips for staying active at home during winter. Kathryn Lorusso moderated the discussion.

Suggested Grocery List | Healthy tips | Coconut Ginger Turmeric Latte | Loaded Veggie Brown Rice Pasta | Baked Farro Risotto with Winter Squash

A Spring in Your Step 

This webinar explored clean eating, portable snacks, and forest bathing as tools for well-being. It featured speakers including nutrition and forest therapy experts, and Kathryn Lorusso moderated it.

Grab and Go Healthy Balanced Meal Ideas

Recipes: Spring French Lentil Salad | Tuna & Sauerkraut Salad | Quick Pickled Veggies

Considerations for Post-Hospitalization Care

This webinar, in partnership with the Corporators and Community Benefits, addressed navigating life changes post-hospitalization. Topics included selecting appropriate healthcare settings, managing medications, and support for caregivers.

Supporting Good Financial Health

This session provided seniors with information on maintaining financial health, including organizing important documents, avoiding financial scams, and managing medical bills.

• Financial Health Resource Guide
• Minuteman Senior Resources: SHINE Information

Helping Older Adults and Caregivers Navigate Life Changes

A panel of experts provided guidance on managing life transitions associated with aging, including support for daily living activities and driving safety concerns.

• Resource Guide
• Home Safety & Fall Prevention Resource List –
• Minuteman Senior Services Resource from Kathleen Sullivan
• Parkinson’s Home Safety Checklist

The Connect Effect: An Online Discussion About Loneliness for Seniors

Panelists Sunita Hanjura, MD, Emerson Primary Care Associates of Bedford; Robert Pacl, LICSW, Emerson Hospital; Katharine Esty, PhD, author on aging well; and Kelsey Magnuson, community benefits coordinator at Emerson Hospital, discuss how loneliness and isolation in seniors can create barriers to well-being and then share resources on overcoming these obstacles.

Connected Youth: Loneliness in Children and Adolescents

Childhood and adolescence can be a time of creating healthy social connections. What happens when barriers arise? What are some warning signs that your child may be struggling and what can you do to help? In this discussion, panelists examine how loneliness in kids and adolescents can impact both physical and mental health, plus how to recognize symptoms and what resources are available in the community. Panelists include:

• Amy Forrer, MD, Lincoln Physicians
• Bretton Mulder, PsyD, director of teen and adult programs, MGH
• Laurie Hunter, superintendent, Concord Public Schools and Concord-Carlisle Regional School District
• Jennifer Hill, MSN, RN, director of emergency services, Emerson Hospital
• A local high school student

Combating Loneliness Podcast

Another great resource is our Health Works Here Podcast episode “Combating Loneliness: Tips and Resources in the Time of COVID-19”. Listen as Bob Pacl, care management social worker at Emerson Hospital, shares tips and resources for those struggling with loneliness.

2022 Tree of Lights Ceremony
For over 30 years, the Auxiliary of Emerson Health has lit the evergreen tree outside the main entrance to honor and remember loved ones. The funds raised support pediatric care at Emerson Health. The 2022 ceremony continued this tradition virtually on December 7.
2022 Tree of Lights Tribute Booklet

2021 Tree of Lights Ceremony
Continuing the annual tradition, the 2021 Tree of Lights Ceremony honored loved ones while raising funds for pediatric care. The ceremony was held virtually on December 7, with support from sponsors, donors, and the community.
2021 Tree of Lights Program Booklet

Anchor Down: Supporting Behavioral Health Services
When COVID-19 forced the cancellation of EmerSong, the Auxiliary launched Anchor Down to support mental health services. This fundraiser helped sustain inpatient and emergency behavioral health programs during a critical time. To view the videos from the campaign, select below:
State of Mental Health with CEO Christine Schuster | Emergency Department Behavioral Health Services | Inpatient Services with Dr. James Evans

To learn more about how your donations can fill the gaps to support inpatient and emergency behavioral health care, email the Auxiliary at emersonauxiliary@gmail.com