If you've been in Fayette Community Hospital, you've

probably seen them and didn't even realize it.

They are the Fayette Community Hospital Auxiliary, and

with 282 current members they are one of the largest active auxiliary

organizations in Georgia. They help out in almost every way

imaginable, providing assistance in areas such as the emergency

room, the intensive care unit, administration, the gift shop and the

fitness center.

On top of all the help they offer in the hospital, they also

coordinate blood drives, fund-raisers and decorating the hospital during

the holidays. They are always present to brighten a patient's day.

They can be seen delivering flowers and comforting family

members. The auxilary recently won the 1998 American Red Cross

Blood Drive Award for the largest participation from a community

hospital in the Southeast District.

"The auxiliary is a critical stone in our Hospital's strong

foundation," said Darrell Cutts, Fayette Community Hospital CEO.

"From organizing fund-raisers to helping patients to their

treatment rooms, these people are an indispensable part of our

organization, and we greatly appreciate all they do for us."

It is easy for anyone to get involved with the auxiliary.

There are two types of volunteers: active and associate. Active

volunteers contribute $25 a year and pledge to give their time for

a minimum of 70 hours a year or 50 hours during evenings and

weekends.

Associate members are those who have the opportunity to

enjoy all auxiliary-sponsored events, from community fund-raisers

to the annual holiday luncheon, have no required number of

volunteer hours and make an annual contribution of $75.

Men and women of all ages are encouraged to join. For

information or to join stop by the hospital and fill out an application,

or phone the auxiliary office at 770-719-7098.

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