Community Takes to the Links to Raise More than $96,000 for RWJ Hamilton's Heart Failure Program (7/28/2008)

HAMILTON, NEW JERSEY - More than 200 golfers and 35 event sponsors participated in the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton Foundation's 18th Annual Golf Classic. Generously presented by Sean's Landscaping at the Pine Barrens Golf Club in Jackson, New Jersey, the event raised more than $96,000 which will benefit the Heart Failure program at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJ Hamilton).

Gerry Brady (far left), owner of Sean's Landscaping, RWJ Hamilton President and CEO Ellen Guarnieri (far right) with Todd Kimball, Greg Heiniman and Dennis McLerman at the RWJ Hamilton Foundation's 18th annual golf classic. The men were members of the first-place foursome sponsored by Shields Business Solutions, Mount Laurel, NJ. Not pictured: John Davidowski.

This physician-directed, nurse-monitored program will coordinate care for patients who have had or are at risk for heart failure. Working one-on-one with patients, dedicated cardiac nurses will address a variety of issues including proactive screenings, dietary sodium restriction, exercise, symptom management and care plan navigation within the hospital system.

RWJ Hamilton Foundation Vice President Karla T. Stein says, "Our annual golf classic is a healthy, fun way to make a positive difference in our community. We are extremely appreciative of everyone who participated and all those who helped make the event such a success."

More About RWJ Hamilton Foundation
Founded in 1984, the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that raises funds to support patient care services and special projects for Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJ Hamilton) and The Cancer Institute of New Jersey Hamilton. RWJ Hamilton relies on contributions and monies raised by the Foundation to continually grow and support the community’s healthcare needs. Led by a board of directors, the Foundation depends on the generous support of private donors, corporations, family foundations and charitable trusts. An active Auxiliary and the Young Professionals Group organize and host events that encourage community support. In addition to offering a variety of major gift and planned giving opportunities, the Foundation’s signature fundraising events include a Golf Classic, Autumn Affair gala, a 2K walk/5K run and All in Good Taste, a wine/beer networking social. For more information, visit rwjuhhfoundation.org.