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More than 160 Benefit from Free Physical Exams

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Many of the 161 people who received thorough health check-ups last week at Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic had lost homes and jobs in the November wildfires.

Clinic staff members are doing everything they can to help fire victims with no health insurance get back on an even keel, providing free medical care and free medications whenever possible. In the meantime, we at the Clinic have maintained our routine of serving the 22,000 people on our active roll whenever the need arises.

The physical exams offered at the health fair Jan. 11 and 12 continue the twice-yearly routine that allows Sevier County’s uninsured to ensure they are in good shape, to discuss health issues and receive advice and practical solutions to problems free of charge.

Many of the 161 patients were new to the Clinic. They are now established patients who can make appointments to see our professional staff whenever the need arises.

Running a health fair for 161 patients takes cooperation and hard work from a variety of people. Mountain Hope operates its fair in partnership with students, preceptors and the staff of the James H. Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University. Students conduct examinations under the eye of their preceptors. Our thanks go to all the ETSU staff, students and preceptors who took part.

The Sevier County Health Department offered health education and immunizations, an invaluable service. Clinic volunteers conducted health screenings of various types and helped in other ways. Volunteers included Jennifer Baker, Karen Brackins, Jackie Burk, Connie Carden, Anna Garber, Nancy Hodges, Gintare Litton, Barbara McGill, Sandy Moersdorf, Carol Pierce-Burr, Michelle Reynoso, and David Wilson.

Cici’s Pizza provided lunch on both days for staff, volunteers, and patients. Golden Corral of Sevierville furnished dessert. Thanks to Melanie Benson of Cici’s and Amanda Barnes of Golden Corral for organizing these generous donations. Oak Tree Lodge generously provided overnight lodging for the ETSU contingent.

Dental hygiene kits from Delta Dental’s Smile 180 Program were also given to those who attended the event. We remain grateful for Smile 180’s commitment to dental health in Sevier County.

Our thanks go to everyone who donated time, effort, and goods to make this another highly successful health fair. We are a non-profit dedicated to providing quality medical and dental care to Sevier County residents and employees with no health insurance. We depend on the goodwill and cooperation of the whole community to ensure that everyone has access to affordable, top-notch primary health care.

Sincerely,

 

Ashley Burnette, Director of Development

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Titanic Black Tie Gala, 2017

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US Passport on the world mapBoarding passOn July 15, 2017, The Titanic Museum Attraction will host telegramMountain Hope’s first ever Black Tie Gala at Sea. The night promises to be packed with fun and adventure, staying true to its Roaring 20s theme. Guests will enjoy a night of wonderful music and a great dinner before the event culminates in a campaign toast on the Grand Staircase at the end of the evening.  Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on a handful of unique auction items. Only 100 tickets are available for this exclusive event.



 They can be purchased at online here.

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Free Eye Exam and Glasses Available for Fire Victims

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Free eye exam and glasses available for Gatlinburg fire victimsUpdate: Due to inclement weather, the Lions Charity Vision Clinic for displaced fire victims scheduled for today (1.7.17) at Boyd’s Bears in Pigeon Forge has been cancelled. We hope to reschedule in the near future.

People displaced by the Sevier County wildfires at the end of November can get a free eye exam and free eyeglasses, thanks to Smoky Mountain Lions Charities.

The charities’ mobile vision lab will be set up on Saturday, Jan. 7 at the former Boyds Bear building in Pigeon Forge, which has been the distribution point for goods and services given out to fire victims. Fully trained eye care professionals will conduct eye tests between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. They will draw up new prescriptions and conduct thorough tests including for glaucoma. Eyeglasses based on the new prescriptions will be delivered to Boyds Bear about two weeks later, at times to be set up with patients on Jan. 7.

It will take an estimated 45 minutes to an hour for patients to undergo testing and to choose new frames. No reservations are required, but would be helpful. Please call Jim at 865-556-9091 for an appointment or more information.

The Boyds Bear building is at 146 Cates Road in Pigeon Forge. If heading toward Gatlinburg, turn left just before traffic light 10 at the sign that says Distribution Center. Boyds Bear is a big red building on the left side of the road.

The eye lab will be on the second floor of the building, which is accessible only by walking up a long flight of stairs.

“We’re extremely happy that Smoky Mountain Lions Charities is choosing to provide this service to victims of Sevier County’s fires,” said Mary Vance, executive director of Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic, which provides medical and dental care to Sevier County residents who lack health insurance.

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Country Tonite to Host Sevier County Days to Benefit Mountain Hope

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     Country Tonite Sevier County Days 2016Pigeon Forge, TN – Country Tonite is having area appreciation days November 5th – November 13th offering a $10.00 ticket rate to all area residents of Sevier and surrounding counties.  Kids 12 & under are Free. Proceeds will benefit the Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic. Showtimes are 8:00pm each night and additional 3:00pm shows on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday.

 

Country Tonite’s Smoky Mountain Christmas promises a little bonus for everyone. The first half of the show features highlights of the regular season show, while the second half opens to a spectacular Christmas production.  You will see the talented renditions of Christmas favorites combined with beautiful choreography, brightly decorated sets and costumes bring the enchantment of Christmas to the Country Tonite stage.  The popular cast covers a number of holiday classics for a nostalgic, spirited celebration that will fill your whole family with the cheer and spirit of the Christmas season.

 

Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic is a non-profit organization that provides quality medical and dental care at greatly reduced costs to Sevier County residents and employees who lack health insurance.  According to Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Director of marketing and Development, Ashley Burnette, “Fundraisers like these are essential to keeping the doors of the Clinic open and providing needed medical and dental services to the more than 22,000 patients of record who depend on Mountain Hope”.

 

The following counties include:  Anderson, Blount, Cocke, Claiborne, Greene, Grainger, Hamblen, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, Knox, Loudon, Roane, Sevier, and Union.  Must show proof of employment or residency to receive this special rate.  For more information and reservations call 865-453-2003.

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Kaitlyn Baker Sings for Hope

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Kaitlyn Baker and her band, and Mountain Hope volunteers after the show.
Kaitlyn Baker and her band, and Mountain Hope volunteers after the show.

Rising country star Kaitlyn Baker’s concert at The Island in Pigeon Forge on Sept. 23 doubled as a fund-raiser for Mountain Hope Good Shepherd Clinic.

Our thanks go to the Pepper Palace, which sponsored the free event, and especially to Will Castro, who organized the details. We also wish to thank Ole Smoky Moonshine for providing the concert stage at their Barn at The Island and for promoting the concert. Our gratitude also goes to the generous Ms. Baker and her band, who supplied talent galore, and DJ Nightlife 305 of Nightlife Production, who hosted the event.

The concert was free to the public but a collection was taken for Mountain Hope. Helping in that effort were Clinic volunteers Ellen Crivellone, Lt. Eric Garner, George Hawkins, Baron Mayes, Missy Morris and Gregory Payne.

Our thanks go to everyone who contributed in any way, including Randy Bable, who edited the video; Alejandro Arismendy for photos, and give-away door prize donors: Speedwerkz, Dollywood, Rafting in the Smokies, Paula Deen’s Family Kitchens, Margaritaville, Aunt Bug’s Cabin Rentals, The Island, Ole Smoky Distillery, Governor’s Crossing Stadium 14 Cinema, Comedy Barn Theater and Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Theater.

We are indebted to the generosity of Pepper Palace and its CEO Craig Migawa and his family in making this event a benefit for the Clinic. As a non-profit that provides quality medical and dental care to Sevier County residents and employees with no health insurance, Mountain Hope depends on events such as this. Businesses that set up special events help us bridge the wide financial gap between the amount we charge our patients and the actual cost of each patient visit to the Clinic. Thank you to everyone involved.