    Tickets are also available at Mobile Meals 419 East Main Street in downtown Spartanburg! 
 
Mary Black Celebrates Major Milestone
90 Years of Care Started with One Special Baby
Mary Black Health System celebrates its 90th anniversary on January 18, 2015.
It is a major milestone for over 1,000 employees who continue the tradition of providing
quality care to the community.
In anticipation of the anniversary, MBHS checked in with the first baby born in the hospital in the year that it opened, 1925. The facility was located on East Main Street at that time. Mary Black Tollison Grant explains that her mother had planned to give birth at home, but contracted pneumonia late in her pregnancy. "When my mother went into labor, they called the ambulance, which was a hearse at the time. They took her to the brand new hospital called Mary Black," explains Grant. "After she had the baby, my mom made a comment to the nurse that somebody's baby was doing a whole lot of crying. She was informed that hers was the first and only baby in the nursery. She had no idea." A few days after giving birth, Grant's mother still had not decided on a name. She was approached by the Black family, who founded the hospital, and asked if she would consider naming her baby after the hospital. Her mother agreed and since that day her family and friends called her Mary Black. "Sometimes when people are talking about Mary Black hospital, I still turn around thinking they are talking about me," chuckles Grant.
Grant spent much of her life working as a weaver in the Pacolet Mills. She has two children, three grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. She has come back to Mary Black over the years to participate in groundbreaking and anniversary ceremonies. Her portrait hangs in the entrance of the Family Birthing Center. Now as she nears her 90th birthday, she doesn't get out as much, but she enjoys spending time with her family. When asked how it feels to be nearly 90 years old, she responded, "If my body could keep up with my mind, I'd be a whiz!"
To commemorate the 90th anniversary, Mary Black Health System would like to invite the community to a birthday celebration. Join us in the main lobby of Mary Black Memorial Hospital on January 23rd at 2 p.m. for cake and festivities.
Mary Black is also encouraging the community to bring artifacts from the founding year of 1925. All submitted family photos from 1925 will be put on display on the Mary Black campus. Those photos can be received at the hospital birthday celebration or sent by email to [email protected] or by mail to Mary Black Health System
c/o Marketing Department
1700 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29307
There's still time to sign up for health insurance and avoid a penalty fee
Mary Black Health System Can Help
Description: 2015 open enrollment runs until February 15, 2015
To make an appointment for enrollment help for the Health Insurance Marketplace or Medicaid,
call (864) 573-3194
If you're uninsured, there's still time to sign up for health insurance on the Health Insurance Marketplace and avoid the penalty. Under the Affordable Care Act, 2015 is the first year Americans must prove they had qualifying health insurance (or an approved exemption) for the previous year (when filing 2014 taxes), or face a tax penalty.
For 2015, if you don't obtain insurance by February 15, 2015, the last day of the Open Enrollment period, the penalty will be applied to your annual taxable income. The penalty fee is $325 per adult, $162.50 per child - up to $975/family or 2% of family income, whichever is higher. And, without insurance, you will be financially responsible for all of your medical costs.
The good news is based on household income and dependents, some individuals may qualify for financial assistance from the government - or subsidies - towards the cost of the premium and other financial obligations like co-pays or deductibles.
"This is where Mary Black Health System can help the uninsured in our community," said Sean Dardeau, CEO. "Our application counselors can assist individuals and their families with evaluation of the available health plans to and determine if they're eligible for Medicaid or other insurance options." 
 
  Family Birthing Center Tour
Tuesday, January 27 at 11 am
Meeting Place: Mary Black main hospital lobby
Cost: FREE
Mothers-to-be bring your support person and come meet our staff on the Family Birthing Center. Our tour will consist of:
* Birthing Center Tour
* A look at the Labor & Delivery Suite
* Peek into our Nurseries
* Preview our Birthing Lullaby
* Childbirth, Breastfeeding, Infant Care Class Sign-ups
* Preregistration Made Easy
To register or for more information visitMaryBlackHealthSystem.com/Events or call 864-573-3011.
Infant Care Class
Thursday, January 29 from 6 pm - 8 pm
Mary Black Education Classroom
Cost: FREE
Are you a little nervous about caring for your newborn's basic needs? This class will give you insight into what to expect when you see your precious newborn for the first time. You will learn about diapering, bathing, feeding and symptoms that indicate when your baby may be ill. Circumcision and umbilical cord care will also be discussed.
To register or for more information visitMaryBlackHealthSystem.com/Events or call 864-573-3011.
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System Events January 2015
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)
Mondays in January, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute
Maintaining a healthy weight after the completion of cancer treatment can be challenging but with the proper tools and support you can achieve your weight loss goals. TOPS is a weight loss support group for cancer survivors. For more information on becoming member, call 864-560-7618 or email [email protected].
Wealth (Walking, Eating And Learning Towards Health)
Mondays in January, 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Thursdays in January, 5:45 - 6:15 p.m.
Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute
If you are a cancer survivor looking for a fun way to engage in regular physical activity, we encourage you and your caregiver to join WEALTH! WEALTH participants meet twice weekly for a 30-minute walking session. Each walking session will conclude with a brief nutrition education class. For more information on attending the program, call 864-560-7618 or email [email protected].
Grief Support Group
Tuesdays in January, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home, 686 Jeff Davis Drive
Grief support groups provide a safe and supportive environment to talk about thoughts and feelings and to find support after the loss of a loved one. Call 864-560-3856 to register or for more information.
Mobile Mammography
Spartanburg Regional's mobile mammography unit performs mammograms across Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union counties. Call 864-560-7777 to register, and make sure to bring your insurance card and identification to your appointment.
Wednesday, Jan. 21: Medical Group of the Carolinas - Family Medicine - Boiling Springs
Monday, Jan. 26: Medical Group of the Carolinas - Immediate Care Center - Westside
Tuesday, Jan. 27: Medical Group of the Carolinas - Family Medicine - Gaffney
Wednesday, Jan. 28: Medical Group of the Carolinas - Family Medicine - Inman
Friday, Jan. 30: Medical Group of the Carolinas - Family Medicine - Woodruff
Nutritional Navigation: A Grocery Store Tour
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 10 a.m.
Publix at Hillcrest
Join dietitian Kerri Lindberg, RD, LD for a tour of your local grocery store. She'll share what to look for on a food label, healthy cooking tips, recipes and general advice for navigating any grocery store. Reservations should be made in advance as space is limited to six participants per tour. Register online at SpartanburgRegional.com/events or call 864-560-4472 for more information.
Mind-Body Skills Group
Mondays, January 12 - March 2
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Pelham Medical Center, Medical Office Building Community Room
The Mind-Body Skills Group is an eight-week program where participants learn to use a range of tools for self-care and stress management including meditation, guided imagery, biofeedback and autogenic training, breathing, movement and mindful eating as well as self-expression through words and drawings. Tuition is $300, and financial assistance is available for those who qualify. The Mind-Body Skills Group includes a 30-minute private interview with the instructor prior to the first class. Call Dawn Higgins at 864-560-6022 for more information or register at SpartanburgRegional.com/events.
WomenHeart Support Group
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church, Spartanburg
Led by a Mayo Clinic-trained facilitator, WomenHeart is a support group for women to express their feelings with a peer group that understands the emotional toll of a heart disease diagnosis. This group meets on the third Wednesday of each month and is open to any woman with a history of heart disease. Lunch will be provided. Register online at SpartanburgRegional.com/events or call 864-560-4472 for more information.
Diabetes Self-Management Education
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Pelham Medical Center, Medical Office Building Community Center
Diabetes affects every organ in the body and Medical Group of the Carolinas - Diabetes and Endocrinology - Pelham can help you learn to manage it. Participants of this program receive a free blood glucose meter and diabetes reference book. You must have a physician's referral to participate, and insurance will be filed for the program's cost. Visit SpartanburgRegional.com/Pelham-Events or contact Erica Moore at 864-560-6465 for more information.
Gastric Bypass and Sleeve Gastrectomy Information Session
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Regional Outpatient Center fifth floor, Family Medicine conference room
This free class covers detailed information about gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy weight loss surgery. The class is led by Drs. Paul Ross and Jason Johnson, who have performed more than 1,800 surgeries combined. Register online at SpartanburgRegional.com/events or call 864-560-7070 for more information.
Service of Remembrance
Monday, Jan. 26, 6 p.m.
Spartanburg Regional Hospice Home Chapel, 686 Jeff Davis Drive
This ceremony focuses on the gift of memory, encouraging families and loved ones to remember those who have passed and the wonderful impact they had on their lives. For more information call 864-560-3856.
Exercise is Medicine: When it helps, when it hurts and when it changes your life
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 6 p.m.
Upward Star Center
Welcome to your destination; a place where you can walk, run, jump, bike, hike, climb and swim. Join our experts to learn about exercise and how it can affect your life. A Mediterranean dinner will be served and registration is required for this free event. Register online at SpartanburgRegional.com/events or call 864-849-9470 for more information.
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