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Crider Health Center Honors Local Heroes

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

22nd Annual Gala Recognizes “Heroes for Health”

St. Charles, Mo. - On March 16, 2011, Crider Health Center hosted its 22nd annual Heroes for Health gala celebrating the accomplishments of several local leaders who have made a commitment to serving our most vulnerable citizens.  Over 180 guests attended the gala and fundraiser at The Columns Banquet Center in St. Charles, Mo. contributing over $32,000 in donations during the evening’s festivities, which included a dinner, silent auction and oral auction.  The event is an annual fundraiser for the Crider Health Center Foundation whose primary function is to raise funds for health care services for those who would not otherwise be able to afford them.  Crider Health Center serves individuals in St. Charles, Lincoln, Warren and Franklin Counties.

“It is a pleasure to honor local community Heroes for their leadership in advancing healthcare issues in our community.  All of our honorees are deserving, as they have devoted a significant portion of their lives to advocating for services to improve the health of people of our community,” said Karl Wilson,Ph.D., President and CEO of Crider Health Center.

Crider Health Center awarded Patrick Pruitt of Pruitt Martial Arts with the Jane Crider Volunteer Leadership Award-Youth, Lana Kruse of First Step Back Home and Volunteers in Medicine with the Jane Crider Volunteer Leadership Award-Adult, Council Member Jerry Daugherty of St. Charles County-District Six with the Governmental Leadership Award, Boonslick Regional Planning Commission with the Health Partnership Award, Peg Capo of the Developmental Disabilities Resource Board with the Professional Leadership Award, Citi Mortgage, Inc. with the Corporate Leadership Award, Edwin Cooper of the Department of Mental Health with the Award of Distinction, and Dr. James Kimmey of the Missouri Foundation for Health with the Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Crider Health Center Moving Forward on Warrenton Expansion

Tuesday, May 17th, 2011

H.B.D. Construction, Inc. Hired as General Contractor

Warrenton, Mo. – Crider Health Center, currently located at 1428 North Highway 47 in Warrenton is proud to announce that H.B.D. Construction, Inc. will serve as the General Contractor on its new facility being constructed at the corner of Hwy 47 and Brune Parkway in Warrenton.  The new 15,000 square foot clinic will offer primary medical and behavioral health care, as well as dental services.  Recognizing the growing need for affordable, quality health care, Crider Health Center will offer a wide range of integrated services all under one roof.

“Increasing numbers of individuals are finding themselves without employment or quality health care,” explains Karl Wilson, Ph.D., Crider Health Center President and CEO.  “Offering integrated health care will allow residents of Warren County to receive affordable, quality healthcare in a warm and welcoming health care home.”

The decision to hire H.B.D. Construction, Inc. as the general contractor was based on their extensive knowledge of Crider Health Center’s industry needs and expectations for superior craftsmanship.  Having served as the general contractor on the recent 45,000 square foot expansion in Wentzville, Mo., H.B.D. Construction, Inc. is ready to take health care in Warren County to a whole new level.

“H.B.D. Construction is proud to be selected for its third project with Crider Health Center, the construction of a freestanding Health Center in Warrenton, Mo.,” said Mike Perry, President of H.B.D. Construction, Inc.  “The estimated completion date for this 15,000 square foot building is the first quarter of 2012.  H.B.D. has partnered with Chiodini Associates and Laura Neri Baebler Architects & Associates for the design of this exciting addition to the Warrenton community.  This is H.B.D.’s first project in Warrenton since completing the Warrenton Outlet Center in 1995.”

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Crider Health Center Hosting 6th Annual Golf Tournament on August 22, 2011

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

ST. CHARLES, MO - Crider Health Center Foundation’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament, scheduled for August 22, 2011 at Bogey Hills Country Club, will benefit vital community health programs that serve the primary, dental and mental health needs of economically disadvantaged children and adults.

 Over the last five years the event has raised funds to support and develop health services for those who have little to no health insurance in the St Charles, Franklin, Lincoln and Warren counties.  

 “By supporting the tournament our sponsors are helping the growing number of individuals who can not afford to receive the medical attention they need,” said Bill Zywiciel, President of STL Financial and Chairman of the Golf Tournament.  “We are grateful for all the support of our sponsors, volunteers and teams who help make this event a success.”

 The 4-person scramble competition style tournament kicks off with lunch and an opportunity to participate in a complimentary short game clinic.  Cost is $125 per person or $500 per team.  Registration includes 18 holes of golf, beverages and alcohol on the course, lunch, dinner and participation in several contests and a raffle. 

 Sponsorships are still available. For more information or to register to play or sponsor the tournament please visit www.cridercenter.org or call Sarah Javier at 636-332-8326

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Crider Health Center’s Junior Board Hosts Mouse Races

Monday, February 14th, 2011

$4,330 Raised to Fund Crider Health Center’s Community-Based Programs

Wentzville, MO – On January 28, 2010, Crider Health Center’s Junior Board of Directors hosted their first Mouse Races event to raise funds to support Crider Health Center’s community-based programs.  The event, held at Hope Lutheran Church in St. Charles, hosted over 120 guests and raised $4,330 in donations through ticket sales, mouse races, raffles, and a silent auction.  The mouse races and the evening’s entertainment were provided by Gateway Downs Entertainment.

“The Junior Board is very pleased with the amount of support we received from those who participated in the Mouse Races”, said Christine Petty, President of Crider Health Center’s Junior Board.  “The event was fast-paced, exciting, energetic and fun for everyone.”

Members of Crider’s Junior Board include young professionals, ages 25-40, who strive to extend the mission of Crider Health Center in achieving “full, productive, healthy lives for everyone” through fundraising and community outreach.  For more information about Crider Health Center’s Junior Board and to find out how you can become involved, please contact Christine Petty at chalveland@cridercenter.org.

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CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

NEW FACILITY: Crider Health Center will be constructing a new 15,000 sq. ft. facility in Warrenton, MO beginning spring 2011.  This project will be design/build and will require that a minimum of 10% of the total project cost be spent on subcontracts with women and/or minority owned businesses.  Any architectural firm or construction company interested in bidding on this design/build project, please e-mail Laura Heebner, Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer at lheebner@cridercenter.org with the appropriate contact information no later than December 15, 2010.  All Requests for Proposal will be sent out via e-mail.   Crider Health Center will not be taking meetings from firms prior to the completion of the Request for Proposal process.

 

RENOVATION OF EXISTING FACILITY: Crider Health Center will be renovating an existing 18,000 sq. ft. building beginning January 2011.  Facilities management personnel for Crider Health Center will be acting as its own general contractor on this project.  Crider Health Center will be selecting women and/or minority owned business subcontractors for a minimum of 10% of the total project cost.  We will be soliciting bids for:

Structural Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical and Lighting

Plumbing and Related Fixtures

Flooring

General Carpentry and Millwork

 

Contractors interested in bidding on any of the categories listed above for this renovation project, please e-mail Jim Ferguson at jferguson@cridercenter.org with the appropriate contact information no later than December 15, 2010.  All Requests for Proposal will be sent out via e-mail.

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