Dignity Health | St. Rose Dominican | Reach | Winter 2019

StRoseHospitals.org  3 Take heart Are you living with a heart condition? If so, it’s important to take care of yourself physically and mentally. Did you know your emotional health can affect your heart, too? Here are a few hints to help you feel your best. Move through your days. Physical activity helps boost moods. Ask your doctor what kinds of exercise are OK for you. Feed your bliss. Spend at least some time every day doing things that make you feel good. Reach out. Share your feelings and concerns with supportive people you trust. Be alert to the signs of depression. It can be hard on hearts, but it is treatable. Tell your doctor if you feel down or hopeless and those emotions don’t go away. Other signs of depression include: ●  ● Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much ●  ● Difficulty concentrating or making decisions ●  ● Feeling fatigued Ease the heartache Learn how to live well with heart disease. Healthier Living is a free chronic disease self-management program that can help you better cope with frustration, fatigue, pain, and isolation. Get guidance on exercise, healthy eating, and more! See page 12 for details. We’re thankful for all our givers! Brian, like his fellow St. Rose employees, shares our mission of humankindness . Why I give… To give to the St. Rose Dominican Health Foundation, visit SupportStRose.org or call 702.616.5758 . “For more than 20 years, I have worked in the information technology department at Dignity Health– St. Rose Dominican hospitals. I’ve seen various people go through some very tough times as I walk the hallways to help others with their computer needs. I learned through our philanthropy manager that giving back to Dignity Health was very easy to do, and I could help by donating my unused paid time off. This seemed like a great way to give back to my great company and the community. After I gave, the St. Rose Dominican Health Foundation sent me a letter showing me the many departments and services that benefited from my donated funds.” —Brian Skolfield The Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization as provided under section 509(a)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions are tax- deductible in accordance with state and federal regulations.