Friends of Emerson Health
From raising awareness about our services, to planning educational and fundraising events, the Friends have a positive impact on our health system and community.
From raising awareness about our services to planning educational and fundraising events, the Friends positively impact our health system and community.
Our Work
Upcoming Fundraising Events
Friends of Funding by the Numbers
- $65,000 raised for the Transforming Health campaign.
- $37,000 raised for our birthing center.
- $37,000 raised for pediatric care.
- $31,000 raised for staff education and retention.
- $31,000 raised for behavioral health support.
- $44,000 raised for other projects.
- $245,000 total funds raised between September 2021 and June 2024.
Save the Date!
Family Trees: A Celebration of Children’s Literature
- November 2025 – January 1, 2026
- Concord Museum, 53 Cambridge Turnpike, Concord
- Stop by the Concord Museum and glimpse the beautifully designed Friends of tree during their annual event. For more information on the event, visit the Concord Museum’s website.
Tree of Lights – Illuminating Hope and Heroes Remembering Those We Love
- An open house in December. More to come on the date.
- Cheney Conference Room, Emerson Hospital
- For the past 35 years, the Friends have lit the tree outside of Emerson Hospital. Donate by purchasing a Star or Light in memory or honor of someone special. New this year: a community open house, providing an opportunity for families to come and enjoy live music by local student musicians and create cards for patients at Emerson and residents of Newbury Court.
- Donations for Stars and Lights will be accepted starting October 1. Check back for more information and the online link.
Teddy Bear Stuffing Party
- A Saturday in April from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Haartz Corporation, 87 Hayward Road, Acton, MA
- Given to our pediatric patients, handcrafted teddy bears have been a signature of the Friends for years. Join us for a morning of stuffing and sewing these precious bears for Emerson’s smallest patients.
- Registration is required. More details to come.
Past Events Sponsored by The Friends
Friends of Emerson Health Leadership
The 2024/2025 Friends of Emerson Health leadership team
Officers
President: Liza Carey
President-elect: Julie Viola
Secretary: Susan Gally
Treasurer: Diane Taubner-Randall
Past President: Karen H. McGinn
Board Members
Leslie Bergman
Elizabeth Berk
Andrea Brox
Joyce Davis
Pat Fleischauer
Denise Haartz
Jeanne Jarosz
Betty Ann Killian
Amy Leahy
Niressa Martin
Karen McCarthy
Alison Millerick
Kristen Rivard
Kate Skelly
Liza Snell
Irene Todd
Ex-Officio Members
Karl Kussin — VP of Development & Chief Philanthropy Officer, Emerson Health
Christine Schuster, RN, MBA — CEO & President, Emerson Health
Friends of Liaison
Amy Caggiano — Emerson Health
Contact Us
Contact the Friends of Emerson Health at 978-287-3019
Follow the Friends of Emerson Health on Facebook and Instagram for updates, photos, and member news @emersonfriends
Volunteer with the Friends
Volunteering with the Friends of Emerson Health is fulfilling and creates a sense of community and connection, allowing individuals to make a positive impact on the lives of others. The Friends’ mission is to enhance the patient experience and by getting involved you’re supporting those in need and helping to keep our community healthy.