Phillips 66, Crothall, Morrison Healthcare and N.J. Burkett honored
Almost 500 guests attended the Trinitas Health Foundation's annual "Committed to Caring" Gala on Thursday, May 9 at the Venetian in Garfield. Guests donated more than $200,000 to renovate rooms for Behavioral Health patients, and, overall, the event netted more than $705,000 for the Foundation, making it the most successful gala in the history of Trinitas.
The award portion of the evening honored Phillips 66 Bayway Refinery with the "Humanitarian Award," while representatives from Crothall Healthcare and Morrison Healthcare received the "Celebrating Philanthropy Award." N.J. Burkett, WABC Eyewitness News reporter and Elizabeth native, was given the "Outstanding Friend of Trinitas Award." Guests participated in both a Silent Auction and Live Auctions, purchased items from the "Pick-a-Treasure" and "Tricky Tray" tables, and took their chances on a 50/50 cash raffle. They also danced to the music of Tim McCloone and the Shirleys, and they enjoyed an exceptional cocktail hour and dinner.
"We couldn't be any happier about the results of this year's gala," said Nadine Brechner, Chief Development Officer and Vice President of the Trinitas Health Foundation. "Once again, Behavioral Health is our benefactor and we have our honorees, employees, and guests to thank for their ongoing support. It means so much to us that so many people are willing to give so generously and show so much compassion for our cause, which is always our patients."
Trinitas provides inpatient, outpatient, mobile and day programs for adults and children with behavioral health, psychiatric and addiction/substance abuse issues. In addition to operating a 98-bed inpatient facility, the New Point campus is the site of almost 200,000 outpatient behavioral health visits annually. Trinitas is the only hospital in the state with programs, both inpatient and outpatient, for adults and children and inpatient programs for those who are dually diagnosed with both a mental illness and a developmental disability.
"The renovations will enhance the experience of thousands of patients who rely on our services to get the help they need to live happy, productive lives," said Brechner, who has already begun planning the 20th anniversary gala set for Thursday, May 14, 2020.
About Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Trinitas Regional Medical Center was established in 2000 following the consolidation of Elizabeth General Medical Center and St. Elizabeth Hospital. Trinitas, a major center for comprehensive health services for those who live and work in Central New Jersey, is a Catholic teaching medical center sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth in partnership with Elizabethtown Healthcare Foundation. With 12 Centers of Excellence across the continuum of care, Trinitas has distinguished itself in cardiology, cancer care, behavioral health, renal care, nursing education, diabetes management, wound healing, breast health, seniors healthcare, women's healthcare and sleep medicine.
Contact Information
Doug Harris
908-994-5138
dharris@trinitas.org
Yolanda Fleming
908-994-5139
Yfleming@trinitas.org