Women and Children's Health
As said by one of our dear members, Jackie McCalla, the Women's Auxiliary's most recent pledge is truly the birth of an era for healthcare in Chester County. To celebrate 125 years of delivering excellent care in Women's and Children's Health, the Women's Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital has pledged $1.25 million over the next two years to NICU expansions and renovations.
Chester County Hospital - a part of Penn Medicine - provides care for more than 300 premature infants and full-term babies with health challenges each year, with a 36% increase over the past three years. Recent demand for newborn intensive care requires our neonatology team to care for a monthly average of 10 to 16 babies at a time, in a space designed for 12. Research shows that newborn outcomes improve within a specific environment, and updated space planning with a mix of private rooms and common shared space will support care that is family-centered, helping fragile newborns to thrive. Additional improvements include a transition room, a larger nutrition room, and closer nurse monitoring stations with a more direct view.
The Women's Auxiliary to Chester County Hospital is proud to pledge their support of a brighter future for our tiniest patients!
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 June at one of the county's premier golf courses, the outing benefits Chester County Hospital's Women's and Children's Health Services. More >>
Wine Festival
Featuring the finest wines, fare, shopping, entertainment and more, this annual event at the renowned Dilworthtown Inn event benefits The Abramson Cancer Center at Chester County Hospital and Neighborhood Health. More >>
Beef ~ Beer ~ Boogie
In mid-March, the Greystone Branch of the Women's Auxiliary throws its annual celebration of St. Patrick's Day at the West Chester Golf and Country Club. The event features Irish and local beers, a feast complete with Corned Beef and all the trimmings, live music, a silent auction and authentic Irish spirit. More >>
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 >>
Polo Cup
Begun in 2007, the Polo Cup is an annual event that brings together the exciting sport of polo with a fun and festive tailgating atmosphere. This event draws up to 1,000 people in attendance and is always held the second Sunday in June. 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.
2017
February
1 - Women's Auxiliary Board Meeting -- Board Room -- 9:30 AM
March
1 - Women's Auxiliary Board Meeting -- Board Room -- 9:30 AM
18 -
Beef Beer Boogie - All Auxiliary event -- West Chester Golf & Country Club - 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
April
5 - Women's Auxiliary Board Meeting -- Board Room -- 9:30 AM
2 -
West Chester Evening's Fashion Show and Luncheon at Concord Country Club
8 -
Hospital Gala at Longwood Gardens
22 -
Marshallton Auxiliary Pocketbook Bingo at Goshen Fire Company 1pm-4pm
May
3 - Auxiliary Annual Meeting -- Hershey's Mill Country Club
22 -
FORE Health Invitational Golf Tournament at White Manor Country Club
June
7 - Women's Auxiliary Board Meeting -- Board Room -- 9:30 AM
11 - Turks Head Auxiliary -- Polo Cup -- 1:30 PM -- Brandywine Polo Club
September
6 - Auxiliary Board Meeting -- Board Room -- 9:30 PM
October
7 -
The 77th Annual Chester County Day
4 - Auxiliary Board Meeting: Cornwell Board Room @ 9:30 AM
15 - Brandywine and Greystone Auxiliaries'
Wine Festival
November
1 - Auxiliary Board Meeting: Cornwell Board Room @ 9:30 AM
December
TBD - Women's Auxiliary
Annual Holiday Market
To add an event to this calendar, email Auxiliary President Karen Weber at karenaweber@mac.com