The Women's Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital LogoOne of the most active opportunities for volunteering at Chester County Hospital is through one of its many Women's Auxiliaries. The women who generously give in this capacity represent the gentle arms of a community dedicated to their community health care provider. Lasting friendships are made among the members who represent our Auxiliaries. Energetic and organized, their work at the hospital is evident and greatly appreciated.



Make A Gift to the Women's Auxiliary's Breast Health for Life Pledge


 


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Auxiliary Pledge: Breast Health for Life

The Women’s Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital has always been the leader in caring for our community and the hospital we serve. For more than 127 years, our mission has been to support new programs and services to improve the health of our community. As mothers, daughters, sisters and friends, we are proud to pledge $2 million towards the advancement of Breast Health in Chester County. The Auxiliary’s "Breast Health for Life" pledge supports the hospital's vision to bring together the most advanced services in diagnostics, treatment and academic advancements in breast health.


Women's Auxiliary Pledge

Women's Auxiliary Events and Activities

Chester County Day
Always the first Saturday in October, this historic home tour raises more than $100,000 each year for the hospital. A tradition since 1936, it attracts approximately 3,500 participants from across the United States and Canada. More >>

Women's Auxiliary Gift Shop (WAGS)
The Gift Shop features a wonderful assortment of unique jewelry, affordable and distinctive gift items, greeting cards and fresh flowers. As a destination point for all gift giving, WAGS features merchandise for birthdays, new baby, holidays and much more. The shop hosts a variety of special events throughout the year. Located on the first floor of the hospital, the Gift Shop is open daily. More >>

The Encore Shop
Located in Kennett Square at the intersection of Routes 1 and 52, this upscale consignment shop specializes in women's and men's clothing, jewelry, as well as small antiques and glassware. More >>

FORE Health Invitational
Held annually in May at one of the county's premier golf courses, the outing benefits Chester County Hospital's Women's and Children's Health Services. More >>

Crush Cancer Wine and Spirits Tour
Help The Women's Auxiliary CRUSH cancer with a wine tour of local wineries, breweries, distilleries and dining establishments throughout the month of October. Proceeds benefit The Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County HospitalMore >>

Holiday Market
This yearly project is for everyone's holiday shopping pleasure in mid-December. The sale features hand-made gift items like jewelry, scarves and ornaments, and home-baked goodies. It is a perfect opportunity to finish holiday shopping while supporting the hospital. More >>

Service Projects
The women of the Auxiliary lend their support and compassion to make the environment of the hospital more delightful for patients and employees. They sew pillows for heart surgery patients, knit caps for newborns, and make hats for cancer patients. In addition, they create meal tray favors for special occasions and holidays. Just as all hospital volunteers do, the Women's Auxiliary serves to build a comforting hospital experience.


Women's Auxiliary Projects

2022 Auxiliary Events Schedule

2022

January
24 through Feb 9 - Valentine Raffle Basket – WC Evening Auxiliary

February
2 - WA Board Meeting – 9:30 AM – Auxiliary Presidents
10 - Valentine Raffle Basket Drawing – 3:00 PM – WC Evening Auxiliary

March
2 - WA Board Meeting – 9:30 AM – Auxiliary Presidents
13 - Jazz Brunch – 11:30 AM - Hershey’s Mill Golf Club – Hershey's Mill Auxiliary

April
3 - Fashion Show & Luncheon, Concord Country Club – WC Evening Auxiliary
6 - WA Board Meeting – 9:30 AM – Auxiliary Presidents
30 - Gala at Longwood Gardens – Gala Committee

May
4 - Annual Auxiliary Luncheon, Hershey’s Mill Country Club – All Auxiliary Event
12 - Fashion Show & Luncheon, Downingtown Country Club – WC Day Auxiliary
16 - FORE Health Golf Invitational – All Day, Chester Valley Golf Club – Willistown Auxiliary

June
1 - WA Board Meeting – 9:30 AM – Auxiliary Presidents


To add, update, or change an event, please email Maryann Pinkston at mpinkston@spo-inc.com.

Women's Auxiliary Funded Projects

  • 2018-2021
    Heart to Heart (Heart and Vascular)
  • 2016-2018
    Birth of an Era (Moore Neonatal Intensive Care Unit)
  • 2015-2016 
    Pathway to Your Heart (Interventional Cardiology Lab)
  • 2014-2015 
    3D Mammography (Breast Tomosynthesis equipment for Radiology Dept)
  • 2013-2014 
    Great Expectations (Mother and Baby Pavilion)
  • 2012-2013 
    Emergency Department Renovation
  • 2011-2012 
    Advanced Equipment (Operating Room)
  • 2010-2011 
    Philips Monitoring System (Emergency Dept)
  • 2009-2010 
    Eclipse Treatment Planning System (The Cancer Program)
    Axiom Luminis TF (Fluoroscopy equipment for Radiology Dept)
  • 2008-2009 
    2nd $1 Million Pledge to The Hospital's Capital Campaign
  • 2006-2007 
    1st $1 Million Pledge to The Hospital's Capital Campaign
  • 2005-2006 
    2 Total Care Beds (Nursing Dept)
    ED X-Ray Room (Emergency Dept)
    Mammogram Multi-Viewer (Radiology Dept)
    Lymphedema Treatment Table (Kennett Physical Therapy Dept)
    3 Cardio Pulmonary Monitors (NICU)
    Maternity Books and Videos (OB/Gyn Dept)
  • 2004-2005 
    Ultrasound Equipment (Radiology Dept)
    C-Arm for Operating Room (Cardiovascular Surgery)
  • 2003-2004 
    Renovation of the Family Lounge
    Prenatal Books
    Renovation of West Wings I and II (including cubical and window treatments)
  • 2002-2003 
    MRI Lease for one year
  • 1999-2002 
    3 year $1 Million Pledge for Reconstruction and Expansion of the
    Maternity and Obstetrics Floor
  • 1998-1999 
    Dexa Scan Machine
    Educational Video "First Days at Home" (Obstetrics Dept)
    Funded Community Health Education Programs and Outreach
  • 1997-1998 
    Advanced Breast Biopsy Instrumentation
    "ABBI Suite" (Breast Surgery)
  • 1996-1997 
    Construction of the NICU Unit
  • 1995-1996 
    Purchase of the Linear Accelerator (Radiation Oncology)

Membership Information

The Women's Auxiliary consists of 10 branches involving members of all ages. We encourage new members to select a branch that best meets her needs. Any volunteer can join any branch. Each division is unique in its location, size, demographics, special events and dues structure. They each meet at various dates, frequency and support different events or projects at the hospital.

 Auxiliary Branch  Meeting Date
 Brandywine
 4th Monday (pm)
 East Marlborough
 4th Thursday
 Greystone
 1st Thursday
 Hershey's Mill
 2nd Monday
 Kennett Square
 3rd Thursday
 Marshallton
 2nd Thursday
 Turk's Head
 4th Wednesday (pm)
 West Chester - Day
 3rd Thursday
 West Chester - Evening
 2nd Thursday (pm)
 Willistown
 3rd Wednesday
2nd Monday

CONTACT INFORMATION

Phone: 610-431-5328
Email: Claudia.Callahan@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
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