The Women’s Council of the USC Verdugo Hills Hospital Foundation hosted it third annual Boutique Wine Tasting in October in the newly renovated council rooms at the hospital at 1812 Verdugo Road in Glendale. The gathering benefitted the hospital’s nursery and the planned NICU. Council Chair Ruth McNevin said, “Our focus is to continue […]
Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center announced that Ben Yu, doctor of pharmacy, received the 2015 Tom Miller Award (Individual category) from the Glendale Healthier Community Coalition. This prestigious award recognizes an individual, group and youth who are grounded in the qualities the Coalition wishes to demonstrate including collaboration, advancement of community […]
Light Up a Life is an annual tradition celebrated throughout the United States to increase awareness and support of hospice care. On Thursday, Glendale Adventist Medical Center shared in the tradition by hosting a tree lighting ceremony to honor those who are loved but have passed on. Light Up a Life is one way to […]
Ask Phyllis! Pros And Cons Of Seller Carry Backs Dear Phyllis, I own an old Craftsman that needs a lot of work. Like many of these Craftsman homes, mine is partially on a brick foundation. The home has gone through numerous earthquakes without incident. Over the years, my electrician has asked that when […]
Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center earned primary stroke certification by The Joint Commission. The Primary Stroke Center Certification Program was developed in collaboration with the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. In order to obtain certification, hospitals like Glendale Memorial must follow best practices for stroke care. Glendale Memorial met specific criteria including […]
By Robin GOLDSWORTHY t seemed like a good decision. In 2007, Crescenta Valley High School purchased over $6,000 worth of dumbbells for its fitness room along with elliptical, arc trainers, stationary bikes, and treadmills. The purchases enhanced the school’s facilities for physical education and athletics. According to athletic director Dave Mendoza, the fitness room is […]
Dojun Kim of La Crescenta has been named a “Cadet of Distinction” at Army and Navy Academy. This title is given to those students who have achieved the highest citizenship grade attainable (excellent) and zero demerits for the entire first grading period of the 2015-16 school year. Kim was also named to the dean’s list. […]
The independent hospital watchdog The Leapfrog Group published its latest results for hospital safety scores in October. Glendale Adventist Medical Center earned an A in this elite national ratings program, recognizing its strong commitment to patient safety. The Hospital Safety Score is the gold standard rating for patient safety, compiled under the guidance of the […]
The YMCA of Glendale held its inaugural fundraising gala in November to celebrate the completion of Phase I of ongoing construction – a remodel that is transforming the Y into a contemporary, state-of-the-art, showcase facility – as well as the organization’s transformational impact on the health and well being of not only its membership but […]
Harcourts Crown Jewel, the first Los Angeles County franchise office for the Harcourts International Real Estate Group, held its grand opening celebration on Nov. 4. Business owner and broker Dawna Thibodeau, a long-time resident and Realtor in the Crescenta Valley, opened the doors to a brand new space in the La Cañada Flintridge Town Center […]