MaineHealth Franklin Hospital

09/25/2025

Staying active is one of the most powerful ways to prevent falls as we age. A Matter of Balance gives you tools to build strength, improve balance, and regain confidence so you can keep doing the things you love.

This program helps you:
✨ Reframe the way you think about falls
✨ Learn simple strength and balance exercises
✨ Connect with others who share your goals
✨ Take control of your health and independence

Join us today! No referral necessary.
• FMI & to register: amob@mainehealth.org
• Mainehealth.org/reducefalls

09/22/2025

Did you know “A Matter of Balance” is one of the most widely used fall prevention programs in the U.S., and it’s proven to help older adults reduce fear of falling and increase activity?

If you are 60+, have concerns about falling, have had a fall in the past, or have limited your activities because of fear of falling – this program is for you.

You’ll learn to:
✅ View falls as controllable
✅ Set goals to move more
✅ Modify your home to reduce fall risk
✅ Do exercises to build strength & balance

Want to find a class near you or register? Contact MaineHealth at amob@mainehealth.org or go Mainehealth.org/reducefalls for more information.

09/21/2025

MaineHealth is a proud sponsor of the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walk on Saturday, September 27 at Fort Allen Park in Portland. Join us as we walk together to raise awareness, support those affected by su***de, and honor lives lost.

Learn more or register here:

Please support the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by su***de. Donate or register to walk!

09/20/2025

September is Deaf Awareness Month. This month is a time for honoring the achievements of Deaf individuals, raising awareness about Deaf culture, and educating the hearing community about ways of eliminating barriers to communication with those who are deaf or hard of hearing (HoH).

MaineHealth has a robust suite of resources to support Deaf and hard of hearing patients including in-person and video interpreters, assistive listening devices, video phones and more.

To learn more: https://www.mainehealth.org/patients-visitors/interpreter-services

09/19/2025

Have a customer service question for your Care Team? MyChart Has You Covered!

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09/18/2025

Meet Oliver English, one of our dedicated security officers here at Franklin.

Oliver’s path to Franklin has been anything but ordinary. Before joining our team, he spent years traveling the United States and abroad as a professional chef. After returning to Maine just before COVID, he managed a kitchen at Sugarloaf before deciding it was time for a career change. Wanting work that felt more meaningful, Oliver applied for a security opening at Franklin—and, in his own words, “the rest is history.”

Now 2.5 years into his role, Oliver says what he loves most is making a difference in people’s experiences and being part of such an amazing team. For him, helping others each day is the most satisfying part of the job.

Thank you, Oliver, for the positivity and dedication you bring to Franklin—we’re lucky to have you on our team!

09/17/2025

It's Fair Week in Farmington! Be sure to swing by the Healthy Community Coalition of Greater Franklin County, Maine Mobile Health Unit for goodies and education!

09/16/2025

Congratulations to Scott, who was the recent recipient of the Good Catch Award here at Franklin Hospital.

The Good Catch program recognizes team members who address and report a near-miss event or situation that, if not identified and acted upon, could have resulted in an adverse outcome for our patients.

Scott, thank you for helping keep our patients safe and for your commitment to quality care.

09/15/2025

Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15-October 15. The origins of Hispanic Heritage Month go back 57 years to 1968. It started as a week and is now observed as a month-long celebration recognizing the history, culture and contributions of the U.S. Latino and Hispanic communities. There are many ways to celebrate, including supporting local businesses, listening to Hispanic music or visiting the online National Museum of the American Latino.

09/13/2025

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Spend less time in the waiting room and more time focused on your care. Get started today at https://mainehealth.org/mhmychart?utm_campaign=MyChart2024&utm_content=1757795640&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook

09/12/2025

Earlier this summer, the Franklin Scrub Club program earned 3rd place out of 20+ academic research posters at the National Area Education Conference in Lexington, KY!

A huge congratulations to Jolene Luce for her outstanding research and presentation highlighting how Franklin provides hands-on healthcare opportunities to middle and high school students despite barriers like limited transportation, financial challenges, and generational educational gaps.

We also want to thank Jennifer Stevens for her support at the conference, and Tania Dawson, Kelli Gats, and Taffy Davis for their years of dedication to students and the program.

Here’s to the 18th year of Scrub Club in 2026—and to the incredible team making it all possible!

09/07/2025

Congratulations to Samantha, who was the recent recipient of the Good Catch Award here at Franklin Hospital.

The Good Catch program recognizes team members who address and report a near-miss event or situation that, if not identified and acted upon, could have resulted in an adverse outcome for our patients.

Excellent catch, Samantha! Thank you for your dedication to safety!