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.
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Next Member Meeting
Member Meeting-July 9, 2026 at 2 pm
MyMedSupplies-6149 Martin Way E, Lacey, WA 98516 or Zoom
Speaker: Dr. Rachel Ballou
Dr. Ballou is a Thurston County native who grew up in Yelm and Rainier. She completed her studies in Washington and North Carolina before returning to the PNW for her residency at Providence St. Peter. As the Medical Director of Quality of Providence Southwest Washington, she is board certified in Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine, focusing on the holistic care of mind and body. Outside the clinic, Dr. Ballou is an active member of the South Sound Mushroom Club and leads the Thurston County Walk with a Doc chapter.
Walking Guide
Newsletters from Walk with a Doc
Calcium Score
Maybe this list will create some check marks for you.
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Lifestyle Choices Selected in February Member Meeting
Information and News
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Missed you at the Walk with a Doc. Topics so far hydration, protecting skin from sun, and sleep issues and resources. Met Sue with her dog from Paws. We walked at dog speed exploring the park. Walk open to family and pets. Dr. Ballou, Leader of Walk with a Doc, has volunteered to speak at our July Member Meeting. From the beginning after your heart event, you have been encouraged to walk on the Hospital Floor and in Cardiac Rehab, keep going. The true believers/members have been able to walk around 300 miles in less than a month. The journey starts with a first step or small, consistent actions accumulate to create significant results over time.
In our February Member Meeting most members indicated that they would like to improve on exercise.
It’s Time to Walk the Talk.
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Heart Matters Providence Heart Institute and Boston Scientific Podcasts-Dr Waggoner
Overall Deaths from Heart Disease Continue to Decline
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Mended Hearts International Website
Click on Photos to sign up for Webinar
Aging Mended Hearts Open Forum Post
Facebook Link
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Testimonials
I underwent triple bypass surgery in 2004 at St. Peter Hospital. I have been visiting fellow cardiac patients since 2008. (Diane)
I had rheumatic fever when I was 19, which damaged my heart valves. In year 2000, I had Open Heart Surgery with a mitral valve replacement. I cherish each day as a gift. I feel great and incredibly grateful. I pay it forward by being a Mended Hearts Visitor. (Ann)
I joined Mended Hearts in mid-2015 after unexpectedly suffering cardiac arrest. At the time, I was transported from Centralia Hospital to PSPH when everything went black. I woke the following day, dazed and confused thinking this was the end. I learned that I now had 2 stents where the blockages occurred. While a patient at PSPH, I was visited by two Mended Heart members and I was struck how happy and healthy they were and, when they told me more about MH and asked if I’d like to join, I said YES! (Kristi)
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Membership Information
Membership Application Mendedhearts.org
Membership Types and Fees
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 sherwoodjr@comcast.net or 360-438-3873, the local treasurer.
Visitor Program
Welcome to new St. Peter Hospital Visitor Volunteers-Jane Doumit, Jim Elsner, Rick Knox and Margie Haisman.
Click for Further Information on Mended Hearts Volunteer Visitor Program
St Peter Hospital
Suggestion Link
Donations
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
Thank you for your Donations:
Thank you for allowing our Chapter to use your meeting room.
MyMedsSupplies-6149 Martin Way E, Lacey, WA 98516
