The past year has been challenging. The pandemic hit us all very hard, but the dedicated colleagues of South Shore Health stepped up. They gathered their resources and created thoughtful ways to help our patients — and each other — deal with the overwhelming challenges we've all been facing. Publicly recognizing their efforts is just one way we can let them know that we value and appreciate them, not just now, but every day of the year. We can't thank them enough for going above and beyond their normal duties.
Supporting our own
While our South Shore Health team was showing its extraordinary colors, we were aware of the tremendous efforts and unusual levels of stress that the pandemic created. We set up some special programs to provide support to our courageous and dedicated staff. These include:
- PTSD psychiatrist available to help staff cope with these unique challenges
- Group listening sessions for colleagues to share experiences, receive support and learn new coping strategies
- Peer Support Program with designated and trained colleagues inside departments
- Remembrance ceremonies and unit displays honoring those who have died from COVID
- Pet therapy with a visiting therapy dog
- Chair massage
- Intro to Acupuncture Workshops
- Comfort cart stocked with refreshments and relaxation items
- Informative webinars and seminars on financial, mental and physical Health
- New Employee Wellness Portal
- Well-being committee to provide programming specific to the mental health of colleagues