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LLUC Cancer Center Patients Receive Blankets Courtesy of Walmart, LLUH HR Employees

By Herbert Atienza,
December 23, 2013 at 04:46pm. Views: 86

Patients at Loma Linda University (LLU) Cancer Center will enjoy added warmth this year after receiving gifts of blankets, thanks to a joint initiative of Walmart and employees of the Human Resources Department at Loma Linda University Health. A recent gift of $10,000 from the retail giant allowed the employees to purchase blanket materials that they assembled for distribution to cancer patients. LLUCC officials received the blankets from the employees and Walmart representatives on Dec. 17. “We are very grateful to receive these lovingly crafted blankets for our patients,” LLUCC Executive Director Judy Chatigny said. “An important part of every patient’s treatment is the support that they receive during treatment and this demonstration of care and love by our HR employees and Walmart will surely make an impact.” Cari M. Dominguez, senior vice president of Human Resources and chief talent and diversity officer of Loma Linda University Health, said, “It was moving to see employees working side-by-side and giving their own personal time to make these beautiful blankets. They practice what they believe, that true healing includes expressions of human warmth and personal connections. We are grateful to Walmart and feel blessed for their support, which has allowed us to continue to make a positive difference in the lives of others.” Last year, the department employees collected about 200 boxes of canned goods for distribution at the SACHS Clinic in San Bernardino. This is a “clinic we established years ago to provide medical care to underserved, economically-disadvantaged community members in San Bernardino,” she said. “Walmart is proud to partner with organizations like LLUH that fulfill our commitment of helping people live better by providing the ultimate patient care,” said Wes Morris, Walmart market manager. “By giving a blanket, you provide something tangible that will warm the heart and body and let the receiver know that someone out there is rooting for them.”

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