Mended Hearts Chapter 130, sponsored by Heart and Vascular Services at Providence St Peter Hospital, has served Thurston County for over 33 years. As part of the world’s largest peer-to-peer heart support organization, our chapter provides education, support, and advocacy for cardiac patients and their families.
Key activities include:
Accredited volunteers visit cardiac patients (with physician approval) to offer encouragement and support.
Distribution of educational materials.
Promotion of participation in St Peter’s cardiac rehabilitation program.
Organization of support groups focused on physical and emotional well-being.
Programs to inspire long-term heart-healthy lifestyles.
Membership meetings are typically held on the second Thursday of each month at 2:00 pm.
Mended Heats International Website
Aging Mended Hearts Open Forum Post
Mended Hearts Jacket-If you would like to purchase a Jacket with MHI Logo on the chest (see above-also available as a Men’s Jacket). The jacket will cost $33. Contact Michael Blonden for further details.
Note Three Heart Studies lower on this page if you would like to participate!
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Membership Information
Chapter 130 currently has approximately 300 members. Membership offers a range of benefits based on the selected level of membership. All members receive the monthly Chapter Newsletter via email, which provides updates on chapter activities. To ensure timely communication, please provide your email address when joining.
To become a member, complete the online application form provided in the link below. Upon joining, you will receive a confirmation email, and chapter officers will add you to the local roster. Membership renewal reminders are sent with the newsletter. For assistance with dues, contact Bob Sherwood, the local treasurer on the chapter website.
Membership Types and Fees
Membership Application Mendedhearts.org
Visitor Program
Mended Hearts Volunteer Visitor Program
Serving as a volunteer visitor for Mended Hearts is a rewarding opportunity to support cardiac patients during their recovery. Accredited volunteers, trained according to hospital and organizational standards—including HIPAA compliance—provide encouragement and share personal experiences to help alleviate patient concerns. While not medical professionals, volunteers offer valuable emotional support and hope, demonstrating that a fulfilling life is possible after a heart event.
The visitor team has been active at Providence Saint Peter Hospital since the early 1990s, offering both in-person and phone visits. To become a volunteer visitor, complete the online training available to members on the Mended Hearts website. For guidance on the training process, contact Diane Caputo, Visitor Coordinator, at 360-705-1271.
Cardiac Rehab Speakers
Visitor Team
Heart Matters Providence Heart Institute and Boston Scientific Podcasts-Dr Waggoner
St Peter Hospital
Overall Deaths from Heart Disease Continue to Decline
Chair Yoga Lacey Library:
Saturday: Jan 17th 2:00-3:00pm.
No Registration required.
Wear loose clothing
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Share Your Voice-Join a Paid Cardiovascular Research Study! Have you been diagnosed with a Cardiovascular Disease? Your experience matters and can help shape the future of cardiovascular disease care. Exafield US, a leading healthcare market research company, is conducting an important study to better understand the real-life experiences of individuals living with cardiovascular disease, and we want to hear from YOU!
Study 1
Females diagnosed with high LDL-C or Lp(a) and arteriosclerotic disease Format: one 90-min online focus group, participate from the comfort of your home Compensation: $175 for your time and insights (diagnosis confirmation required)
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Study 2
People who have experienced a heart attack (Myocardial Infraction) in the past 5 years and diagnosed with high cholesterol Format: one up to 30-min virtual pre-call + one full day in-person, in-home visit + one half day in-person, in-home visit 4-6 months later Compensation: $1,850 for your time and insights (diagnosis confirmation required)
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Study 3
Females diagnosed Cardiomyopathy in the past 5 years Format: one 90-min online focus group, participate from the comfort of your home Compensation: $175 for your time and insights (diagnosis confirmation required)
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New Website Items
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A new program launched by Mended Hearts, Inc. called Welcome Home Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM). More Information.
Empower Transplant Program-just beginning at MHI it will include writing Five Discussion Guides on transplants (Covering the transplant journey, caregiver support, preparing for a heart transplant, adding years to your life after LVAD and Transplant, life after a transplant, mental and emotional support and LVAD and Transplant). Also will be doing two webinars: Post-transplant recovery and LVAD and Transplant-Adding years to your life. Planning a whiteboard presentation on understanding LVAD and Transplant process.
Celebrating inspiring stories for American Heart Month
Donations
Bob Sherwood, Treasurer
sherwoodjr@comcast.net
360-438-3873
We are Chapter 130 of The Mended Hearts®, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. For Donations to our local Mended Hearts Chapter
Mail donations to:
Mended Hearts Chapter 130
PO Box 5551
Olympia, WA 98509-5551
Online Donation Form
Thank you for your Donations:
Thank you for allowing our Chapter to use your meeting room.
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