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Our brand is evolving, but our shared commitment to providing compassionate and exceptional care will never change.

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03/27/2026

It’s not every day you can walk through a giant colon — but it’s a great way to start an important conversation about colorectal cancer.

At our recent Galentines event, this interactive display helped make colon cancer awareness a little more approachable (and a lot more memorable).

Colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, but only if it’s caught early. The good news is there are several screening options available, including simple at-home tests.

If you’re 45 or older, talk with your provider about getting screened. It could save your life.

Learn more: mainehealth.org/colorectalscreening

03/26/2026

Congratulations to Gidget, our latest BEE Award recipient! Gidget was nominated and selected as a CNA, as BEE Awards are given to non-nursing care team members. Since her nomination, she has graduated from nursing school, passed her boards, and is now a registered nurse on MS3!

One patient said it best: "Gidget brings happiness into the room every time she comes in. She's a fun conversationalist and makes frequent visits to make sure patients are comfortable. Gidget = Sunshine."

The BEE Award — Be Exceptional Every Day — recognizes care team members who go above and beyond for patients, families, and colleagues.

Do you know a care team member at Franklin who deserves recognition? Submit a BEE Award nomination at mainehealth.org/fhrecognition.

03/25/2026

Does mealtime ever feel stressful?
Picky eating? Power struggles? Not sure what’s “normal”?

You’re not alone and our Nutrition team is here to help.

Our Infant & Pediatric Feeding Class on March 31 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.) offers practical, evidence-based guidance to help you feel more confident at the table.

This free class is open to all parents and caregivers and covers:
✔ Infant and pediatric feeding basics
✔ Picky eating and mealtime challenges
✔ Age-appropriate nutrition from infancy through the teen years
✔ Building a positive feeding relationship

When: March 31, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Franklin Hospital – Chisholm Room (111 Franklin Health Commons, Farmington ME)

Registration encouraged: https://forms.office.com/r/8eMjg1N4Cm
FMI: Visit mainehealth.org/fhnutrition or call 207-779-2656

Small changes can make a big difference at the dinner table.

03/24/2026

Ashley recently earned her RNC-OB (Inpatient Obstetric Nursing) and C-EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) certifications, completing two board exams back-to-back — an incredible accomplishment!

She puts these credentials to work every day leading our prenatal classes, conducting OB and neonatal simulation trainings, and mentoring new nurses in the unit. Ashley also leads our Childbirth Education Series, helping expectant parents feel informed, confident, and ready for delivery and newborn care. The next session begins April 12.

Your dedication and expertise make a real difference in our patients’ lives. Well done, Ashley!

03/23/2026

2026 Scrub Club, happening June 23-25 is now open for registration!

Hosted by MaineHealth Franklin Hospital in partnership with Western Maine AHEC, students entering 8th–12th grade are invited to explore careers in health care through this hands-on summer program with an optional Babysitter Certification day on June 26.

New this year: Participants will get to learn from LifeFlight of Maine and the Medical Examiner’s Office, in addition to CPR/First Aid, the OR simulator, casting, and more!

To register, please contact Jennifer Stevens, Program Coordinator, at jennifer.stevens@mainehealth.org. A $50 fee is due at the time of registration via cash or check. Scholarships are available.

Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration closes May 8.

03/21/2026

Can you believe it’s been 2️⃣0️⃣ years since 5-2-1-0 Let’s Go! started?

⬅️Back in 2006, we started with just 2️⃣8️⃣programs: 9 schools and 19 pediatric practices in Maine.

➡️Today, thanks to the dedication of our incredible Let's Go! team, educators, caregivers and partners, we’ve grown to 727 programs state-wide, all actively working to share Let's Go!'s evidence-based programming helping kids and adults build healthy habits for life. Thank you for being part of this journey with us. Here’s to the next 20 years of building healthy habits!

👉See how far we’ve come: letsgo.org/20years

03/20/2026

Marya, RN, from our Labor & Delivery team, is our most recent DAISY Award winner!

She was recently honored for her outstanding care. One patient shared: "After my delivery I had a slight fever and was lightheaded. Marya helped me shower, dried me off, applied lotion, and even brushed and braided my hair—all while I was in a wheelchair. She made me feel BETTER because she genuinely cared about my mental and physical well-being. She was ALWAYS encouraging me during labor. I will never forget her."

The DAISY Award recognizes nurses who go above and beyond, providing compassionate, skillful care every day. This international program celebrates nurses who make a real difference in patients’ lives.

Do you know a nurse at Franklin who deserves recognition? Submit a nomination online at mainehealth.org/fhrecognition

03/19/2026

MaineHealth Franklin Hospital is offering a two-class Childbirth Education Series for expectant parents throughout 2026. Classes are now FREE and open to all expectant parents in our community.

Upcoming session: April 12 & 14

This in-person series, held at the Family Birth Center, is designed to help families feel prepared and confident for birth and newborn care. The Sunday session runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and focuses on labor, delivery, comfort measures, birth options, and postpartum care. The Tuesday evening session runs from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and includes newborn education and a Q&A with a pediatric provider. A tour of the unit is also included.

Additional 2026 sessions will be held in June, August, October, and late November/early December.

Classes are taught by Ashley Roy, RNC-OB, C-EFM.

To register, please call the Family Birth Center at (207) 779-2295 or visit https://bit.ly/49wvruE for more information.

03/17/2026

Tamara Bannerman is a Physical Therapist at MaineHealth Franklin Hospital who works with inpatients across MS3, the ICU, and the Emergency Department. After starting her time at Franklin in outpatient therapy, she rotated through inpatient coverage and quickly discovered it was where she wanted to be.

“I found I loved it so much that I asked to stay after my first rotation,” Tamara says. “That was five years ago.”

What Tamara enjoys most about her work is the people she gets to collaborate with every day. “Working on inpatients gives me the opportunity to work with colleagues across many disciplines to help restore a patient’s function and mobility in ways that are meaningful to each individual.”

Tamara has been part of the Franklin care team for just over eight years, and we’re grateful for the positivity, teamwork, and dedication she brings to our patients and colleagues every day.

03/14/2026

Colon cancer is preventable and treatable when you know the facts. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aLwbOm

03/13/2026

Franklin Hospital was thrilled to welcome scholars from the Rural Health Career Exploration Program for a career fair this week! High school students from across the region had the chance to connect with our care team members and explore what a future in healthcare could look like.

This grant-funded program works with grades 9–12 students from November through May, building skills, confidence, and community along the way. We love being part of their journey!

03/12/2026

Ready to build healthier eating habits that last?

Our 8-week Lifestyle Nutrition Course begins April 8 at Franklin Hospital. This evidence-based class is designed to help you make realistic, sustainable changes, not quick fixes.

Led by Registered Dietitian Leslie White, MPH, RD, LD, CSOWM, the course focuses on whole-food nutrition with an emphasis on plant-based eating to support heart health, weight management, and chronic disease prevention.

✔ Weekly education topics
✔ Practical tools you can actually use
✔ Supportive small-group setting
✔ Individualized guidance

Wednesdays, April 8 – May 27
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Franklin Hospital , Allen Room (111 Franklin Hospital, Farmington ME)

Ask your primary care provider for a referral.
Call 207-779-2491 or visit mainehealth.org/fhnutrition to learn more.

Small steps. Lasting change.

Address

111 Franklin Health Commons
Farmington, ME
04938

Telephone

+12077786031

Website

https://www.mainehealth.org/franklin

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