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Grief Support Series Planned by Cottonwood Hospice

July 14, 2025/by Lana Likens

Cottonwood Hospice will hold a Grief Support Group Series July 29-Oct. 7, 2025, at JCH&L Fairbury Clinic Conference room, 2200 H St.

Sessions will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. every other Tuesday starting July 29. Sessions are set for July 29, Aug. 12, Aug. 26, Sept. 9, Sept. 23, and Oct. 7.

There is no cost, and the sessions are open to anyone who has lost a loved one in the past year.

Pre-registration is requested for planning purposes. Please call Cottonwood Hospice at 402-228-8501.

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JCH&L Holding Peach Sale as Fund-raiser

July 7, 2025/by Lana Likens

Jefferson Community Health & Life is partnering with Main Street Market of Milford for the sale of Colorado peaches by the lug, as a fund-raiser for JCH&L. Main Street Market owner Craig Bontrager has pledged to donate to JCH&L based on the number of lugs of peaches sold.

Peaches are $49 per lug, or $25 per half lug. (A lug is approximately 20 pounds.) Pickup times will be Tuesday, Aug. 5, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Both evening distributions will be set up in the JCH&L main parking lot (west side of the building, accessed from H Street.)

Pre-orders may be placed by calling JCH&L at 402-587–5193. Call any time and leave a voice mail including your name, phone number, how many lugs of peaches you want to order, and what pickup date you want. Orders are due by July 25 for the first delivery date and by Aug. 1 for the second delivery date.

Walk up sales will be offered during the pickup times, subject to peach availability.

Payment is to be made at the time of pickup, cash or check only, with checks payable to Main Street Market. No electronic payment options are available.

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Nebraska Community Bloodbank Visits July 28

July 1, 2025/by Lana Likens

FAIRBURY –The next Nebraska Community Bloodbank blood drive will be held on Monday, July 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the mobile unit in the parking lot of JCH&L’s North Building, 825 22nd St.

All types are needed. Giving blood is giving a gift of life. Nebraska Community Bloodbank is Jefferson Community Health & Life’s blood supplier, and the two organizations partner for blood drives in Fairbury to save lives.

Appointments are recommended. To make an appointment, call JCH&L Outpatient Services at 402-729-6851, or visit NCBB.org/searchdrives and use sponsor code JCHC.

With iDonate you can save time by completing your health history on line ahead of your bloodmobile visit. To get started, visit mbc.org/iDonate

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Caregivers Support Group to Meet July 10

July 1, 2025/by Lana Likens

The Caregivers Support Group offered by the Alzheimer’s Association will meet on Thursday, July 10, at 4:30 p.m. in the Jefferson Community Health & Life Clinic Conference Room. The program will be a video on “Making Visits Valuable – Part 14” by Teepa Snow.
Easiest access will be by parking in the H Street parking and entering through the JCH&L Main Entrance. Follow the signage to “Caregiver’s Support.”
The Caregiver’s Support Group is a program of the Alzheimer’s Association. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month in the JCH&L Clinic Conference Room.
The support group is designed for those who are caregivers and family members of those who have Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias. The group provide an opportunity anyone interested to share their experiences with Alzheimer’s Disease and learn from other’s experiences. There is no cost, and no pre-registration required.
For more information, contact Lana Likens at Jefferson Community Health & Life at 402-729-6855.

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JCH&L Offers Free Medicare Educational Session July 16

June 19, 2025/by Lana Likens

An educational session to help those who are considering Medicare in the next year is being offered by Jefferson Community Health & Life on Wednesday, July 16. The educational session will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the JCH&L Clinic Conference Room and a light supper will be provided. There is no cost to attend.

Medicare can be a complicated topic. Learn about the basics of Medicare and what you need to consider when you are approaching Medicare eligibility or are new to Medicare. The “Welcome to Medicare” program will provide comprehensive information about Medicare including: What does Medicare cost? What does Medicare cover? When should I enroll in Medicare? What rules do I need to know? What is the difference between Medicare and Medicare Advantage? When are the important deadlines?

Presenters will be Deb Sutton, RN, and Lori Ohlde, RN. Both are certified counselors in the Nebraska SHIP program.

To register, please call 402-729-6855. If you have questions about the program, please call 402-587-5226.

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Message to Our Community from JCH&L CEO Holly Wolff

June 19, 2025/by Lana Likens

Community members,

Thank you all for trusting Jefferson Community Health & Life with your care and wellness, we remain dedicated to being your hospital of choice.  Our commitment goes beyond the mission statement of providing exceptional services and aims to achieve our vision of being your most trusted partner in health.

I know that this time of uncertainty can be stressful and wanted to reach out with words of comfort and an update on our efforts.  Our immediate focus is to ensure short term coverage throughout the clinic and hospital, maintaining the system of primary and secondary providers.  The efforts include engaging temporary staffing to recruit providers for immediate coverage, as well as reaching out to area physicians that may be willing to help.  This is a two-fold approach so that we can partner with providers that may already live in the area, as well as ensuring patients are being seen in a timely manner. Our current team of physicians and advance practice providers have been wonderful in creating flexible schedules for the immediate necessary coverage.  As we work to assist patients with transferring care to a new primary care provider (PCP), we aim to offer as many options as possible.  You may see some new faces with our part time physicians, but they are all JCH&L staff and Nebraska-trained.  The longer-term goals include permanent recruitment and retention of physicians, utilizing our network of recruiters and professional connections in the medical field.

We always welcome comments, concerns or ideas if you want to reach out.  Feel free to connect with anyone on the administration team. Your input may help steer our efforts.  Thank you again for supporting JCH&L while we navigate through this difficult situation. We will always keep the needs of patients, residents, and community members at the heart of our decision-making.

Holly Wolff, MHA, LNHA, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
Jefferson Community Health & Life

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Dr. Brett Wergin Leaving JCH&L

June 11, 2025/by Lana Likens

Dr. Brett Wergin has announced he is leaving JCH&L in the fall for a clinic position in Lincoln. Dr. Wergin has served as a primary care physician at JCH&L for seven years.

“This has been an incredibly difficult decision, because I care so deeply for my patients and have truly valued by time at Jefferson Community Health & Life,” Dr. Wergin said. “But my personal family circumstances require my time and attention and they need me to be more present. This new position in Lincoln will allow me to continue to practice medicine while also being there for the people who rely on me most at home.”

This transition has been in progress for some time, and was planned prior to the recent news regarding Dr. Shumard being out on medical leave. In light of the current circumstances, Dr. Wergin expressed a desire to support JCH&L as much as he can during this transition.

JCH&L CEO Holly Wolff said Dr. Wergin will be missed.

“We wish him all the best in his continued practice of medicine, and can appreciate his need to be close to family,” Wolff said. “His patients and coworkers will miss him very much. We are grateful for his commitment to patient care and his ongoing support during this time.”

JCH&L has been recruiting for an additional physician, and with Dr. Shumard off on medical leave and Dr. Wergin announcing he is leaving in the fall, recruitment efforts are being stepped up even more, Wolff said.

In addition to Dr. Shumard and Dr. Wergin, JCH&L’s medical staff seeing patients in the Fairbury Clinic includes Dr. Rebecca Stroklund; Kirisha Afuh, FNP-C; Rick Blum, PA-C; Megan Knutson, FNP-C; Keegan Williams, FNP-C; and Kensly Williams, PA-C. Medical staff employed to assist in the ER only include Derek Peckham, DO; Isaac Mattis, DO; Jackie Hanson, DO; James White, FNP-C, Matt Gatlin, PA-C; Evelyn Causgrove, PA-C; Larissa Hoffman FNP-C

“At Jefferson Community Health & Life, we remain committed to providing exceptional care to all of our patients,” Wolff said.

JCH&L is here to ensure excellent health care for residents in Jefferson County and the surrounding area. Anyone with questions or concerns may contact Wolff at 402-729-3351, extension 4497.

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Caregivers Support Group to Meet June 12

May 22, 2025/by Lana Likens

The Caregivers Support Group offered by the Alzheimer’s Association will meet on Thursday, June 12, at 4:30 p.m. in the Jefferson Community Health & Life Clinic Conference Room. The program will be a video on “Making Visits Valuable – Part 12” by Teepa Snow.

Easiest access will be by parking in the H Street parking and entering through the JCH&L Main Entrance. Follow the signage to “Caregiver’s Support.”

The Caregiver’s Support Group is a program of the Alzheimer’s Association. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month in the JCH&L Clinic Conference Room.

The support group is designed for those who are caregivers and family members of those who have Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias.  The group provide an opportunity anyone interested to share their experiences with Alzheimer’s Disease and learn from other’s experiences. There is no cost, and no pre-registration required.

For more information, contact Lana Likens at Jefferson Community Health & Life at 402-729-6855.

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Parkinson’s Educational Session Set for June 17

May 22, 2025/by Lana Likens

An educational session to provide information on Parkinson’s Disease being offered by Jefferson Community Health & Life and Parkinson’s Nebraska on Tuesday, June 17. The educational session will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the JCH&L Clinic Conference Room and a light supper will be provided. There is no cost to attend.

Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive neurological disorder of the nervous system that worsens over time. It may cause movement problems, stiffness, tremors and trouble with balance, among other symptoms. It is estimated that 1.1 million people in the United States live with Parkinson’s Disease.

While there is not a cure for Parkinson’s Disease, medication may help symptoms improve, and surgery may be an option for some.

The mission of Parkinson’s Nebraska is to educate all Nebraskans living with Parkinson’s Disease as well as their caregivers of the resources available to support them in their journey. JCH&L is proud to partner with Parkinson’s Nebraska to provide an educational program for area residents.

To register or for more information, please call 402-729-6855.

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Nebraska Community Bloodbank Visits June 2

May 22, 2025/by Lana Likens

The next Nebraska Community Bloodbank blood drive will be held on Monday, June 2, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the mobile unit in the parking lot of JCH&L’s North Building, 825 22nd St.

Every person who shows up to donate at this drive will have their name entered in a drawing for a chance to win a $25 Ziggi’s gift card.

All types are needed. Giving blood is giving a gift of life. Nebraska Community Bloodbank is Jefferson Community Health & Life’s blood supplier, and the two organizations partner for blood drives in Fairbury to save lives.

Appointments are recommended. To make an appointment, call JCH&L Outpatient Services at 402-729-6851, or visit NCBB.org/searchdrives and use sponsor code JCHC.

With iDonate you can save time by completing your health history on line ahead of your bloodmobile visit. To get started, visit mbc.org/iDonate

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