2026
Spring Impact Report
The Wig Boutique at the Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute provides comfort to cancer patients, thanks to funding by the Parkview Health Foundation.
Director, Parkview Health Foundation
Elevating the health of our community with philanthropy
A LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR
This spring impact report is a snapshot of what we are proud of, all made possible by you, our donors. Whether it’s honoring the legacy of Parkview physicians, creating new scholarships, or honoring the memory of loved ones cared for by Parkview, the stories are linked by common threads: the passion and dedication to Parkview, and honoring the excellent care and community investments that have been central to our mission since the late 19th century. Even with all of Parkview’s recent growth, we have never lost sight of our role to broker philanthropy in small but meaningful ways to enhance care, bring comfort to those who need us most, and create a powerful partnership with our hospitals and institutes. In 2026, look for us to expand programs like Healing Arts, Veggie Rx, and Reach Out and Read, all while taking a fresh look at enhancing clinical care through additional training and scholarships for Parkview co-workers. We will invest not only in our co-workers but also in our growing residency program, ensuring that our region retains top physicians; we also plan to invest in the innovation that goes hand in hand with recruitment of the best and brightest through world-class initiatives like Precision Health. Thank you for walking alongside us in this important work, for your commitment to the well-being of those we serve, and for your continued dialogue with the Parkview Health Foundation team on how together we can ensure that philanthropy elevates the health of our communities. Sincerely, Denise Andorfer Director, Parkview Health Foundation
THE LEGACY OF DR. TODD SIDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02 IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: PEDIATRICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04 IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: HOSPICE CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06 SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH PHILANTHROPY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08 IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: NORTH MARKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: SOUTH MARKET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 THE STRENGTH OF GUARDIAN ANGELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 2025 IMPACT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Denise Andorfer
CONTENTS
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"Working with Dr. Sider in all aspects of his work was a true blessing. Working with him at the bedside, he was a gifted surgeon and expected excellent outcomes for his patients; therefore, he would expect nothing less from those working alongside him, always the teacher for those that wanted to learn." -Vicki Mickley, Supervisor, Quality and Accreditation Quality Resource Management
“Dr. Sider was such an asset to the ethics committee. Not only did he bring his expertise and experience as a physician, but he also shared personal insights with the ethics committee as he dealt with his own health issues.” —Chris Brinneman, Advanced Care Planning Manager Advanced Care Planning
Dr. Sider sought perfection in all that he did, personally and professionally, which is why he became a champion for TeamSTEPPS shortly after seeing the positive effects of this approach. By 2024, it had become so ingrained in co-workers that they often didn't even realize they were following the approach, thanks to consistent training and exposure. Dr. Sider's impact can still be felt every day in the culture he helped shape at Parkview during his 20-year tenure. His colleagues continue to uphold the standards he believed in so deeply, and his influence remains present in every team committed to doing what's best for our patients. To ensure that his tireless work and dedication endure for generations to come, the Dr. Todd Sider Training, Education, and Excellence Memorial Fund was created by the Sider family in partnership with the Parkview Health Foundation, with donations supporting co-worker training and education around communication, mentorship, and safety and advocacy.
On the first of June 2024, a defining voice fell silent. Dr. Todd Sider devoted his life to medicine and the communities he practiced in, including the Fort Wayne community during his last 20 years. He was born in St. Petersburg, Florida, and grew up around the world, from Washington, DC, to Singapore. In 1979, he graduated from Johns Hopkins University and completed his medical education at the University of Virginia before pursuing his surgery residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago, an experience that shaped his passion for the very highest standards in patient care.
The physician who never settled for good enough
“Dr. Sider had a lasting impact on so many lives that he touched. He was a surgeon who expected nothing but the best for his patients, was strong and unwavering in his commitment to safety and quality, advocated for every person being treated with dignity and respect, and believed in education and communication to resolve issues in a timely manner. He was truly iconic and I am grateful to have called him a mentor, colleague, and friend.” —Marceline Rogers, Senior VP, COO Orthopedics
"He was an advocate for communication and collaboration to improve safety for both patients and co-workers. A recent example can be seen in his support of TeamSTEPPS throughout Parkview. Dr. Sider was intimately involved in launching this evidence-based system to improve communication and teamwork skills. His impact on Parkview will be felt for generations to come." -Dr. Raymond Dusman, President, Physician and Clinical Enterprise
Several years ago, prior to Dr. Sider becoming associate chief medical officer, community hospital leaders recognized that safety and quality needed to be preserved. The leadership team supported the implementation of TeamSTEPPS, an approach that improves communication with the goal of preventing safety events from occurring. From its inception in 2019, Dr. Sider noticed how communication was positively impacted and made a real difference: "If we see something out of line or something missing or something gone astray, say something, speak up, let everybody know. We can fix it, but we have to know about it to fix it.”
THE LEGACY OF DR. TODD SIDER
“I was a novice nurse when I started working with Dr. Sider almost 20 years ago. He helped me grow in my profession, and I feel honored that I was able to continue my working relationship with him as I transitioned to the NPD (education) department and worked so closely with TeamSTEPPS.” —LaToshia Gilbert, Nursing Professional Development Manager Nursing Education and Clinical Excellence
Dr. Sider's unwavering commitment to outstanding patient care remains an inspiration for those he worked with, and his patients indelibly benefited from his high standards and infectious sense of humor. Of course, this staunch commitment sometimes meant confronting difficult truths, but he never looked away from them.
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None of us is perfect, but if we don’t shoot for perfection, we’ll never get close.” —Dr. Todd Sider
“Whether at home or at work, Todd was known for being kind, passionate, and dedicated. Even when his physical capabilities began to fail him, his work at Parkview kept his mind sharp and his passion alive.” —Katherine Ann Sider, Dr. Sider’s Widow
Caregivers list reading as a favorite activity to share with their child
None of this happens without you. Your gift to the Parkview Health Foundation puts a book in a child’s hands, opening up endless possibilities and lighting up a child’s imagination.
Forty percent increase in well-child visits and routine developmental screenings
28,834
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OUR IMPACT
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YOUR GIFTS IN ACTION
Pictured: Dr. Barbara Sagoe, PPG – Pediatrics
Current participating locations
Parents are more than 2.5 times more likely to read to their children
Children’s language development improves by three to six months
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IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: PEDIATRICS
Every child from birth through age five who visits a participating Parkview Physicians Group location leaves with something unexpected—a brand-new book chosen just for them, thanks to the national Reach Out and Read Program and the Parkview Health Foundation. This simple yet powerful gift turns a routine well-child visit into a meaningful, impactful moment, sparking conversations between physicians and caregivers about the importance of daily reading and its lifelong impact on how kids think, connect with others, and grow. Launched in 2023 at Parkview Physicians Group’s Carew Street location, the program has already expanded to the Huntington, Wabash, Whitley, and Warsaw communities as well as the Better Future Clinic located in Fort Wayne.
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Alliance Health Centers – Pediatrics Parkview Wabash Health Clinic – Family Medicine, North Manchester Parkview Wabash Health Clinic – Family Medicine, Wabash PPG – Family Medicine, Parkview Residency Center PPG – Pediatrics, Auburn PPG – Pediatrics, Carnegie PPG – Pediatrics, Huntington, Stults PPG – Pediatrics, Lima Rd. PPG – Pediatrics, Warsaw PPG – Pediatrics, Whitley
40%
Clinical locations
Books delivered through Parkview clinics
2.5x
A visit and a book can create a better tomorrow
“I wanted to update you on the Reach Out and Read Program here at the Parkview Whitley Pediatrics office. The Parkview Health Foundation graciously has supported this program, which has brought so much joy to the patients and families we serve, as well as providing many opportunities to improve the community’s early childhood learning and literacy. This year, with your support, our clinic alone provided about 2,000 books to families! That is such a huge impact! I get constant positive feedback about the program from families and really feel we are making a di erence. I simply wanted to say thank you again to you and the entire Parkview Health Foundation for your continued support of this program.” —Dr. Andrew Piropato, Pediatrician Parkview Whitley Hospital
Trained Parkview clinicians (as of April 1, 2026)
OUTCOMES
Parkview Hospice is seeking to provide comfort to those mourning the recent death of a loved one by piloting the Bereavement Meal Program, which offers a simple but incredibly meaningful gift—a meal delivered to the doorstep of a grieving family. This simple kindness not only provides nourishment and one less worry for the family but also gives the comfort of knowing that the community cares.
EVERLASTING WISHES: A PATIENT’S VISIT HOME
IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: HOSPICE CARE
See how this program benefi ted Ronald Hockemeyer’s simple wish to visit his lifelong home one last time.
What may seem like a small wish can create lasting hope. Parkview Hospice’s Everlasting Wishes Program grants a meaningful wish for patients in hospice care, helping them enjoy a special moment and creating a lasting memory for their loved ones. These wishes are made possible through generous memorial gifts given in honor of a loved one whose life was touched by hospice.
Each comfort package is made possible through the generosity of donors like you, in collaboration with the Parkview Health Foundation.
Giving the gift of one more wish
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COMFORT DELIVERED THROUGH SIMPLE KINDNESS
The Canal Stock Farm is more than a historical landmark along Old 24 in New Haven, Indiana. It is the home to now six generations of Ronald Hockemeyer’s family. Over the past year, members of the Parkview Hospice team had the privilege of getting to know Ron and the legacy of his familial home. As Ron was aging, and care needs arose, it became clear that the farm was no longer the safest place for him to stay. He moved to a local care facility, with the understanding that he might not see the family farm again. However, the change in surroundings did not diminish his connection to home. He often shared stories about his days on the farm with his hospice caregivers. Ron’s great-grandfather started the farm in 1882 when he purchased the property located between the Maumee River and the Wabash and Erie Canal, which had been abandoned in 1870. He moved onto the land with his wife and 10 children (they ended up with 13). In the earliest days of the farm, a signifi cant amount of muscle and sweat went into harvesting timber from the land. With this lumber, the family began constructing a barn to house horses, cows, hogs, hay, and grain. This barn was completed in 1888. Through both abundant and lean years, the farm continued to operate. It was passed down to Ron’s grandfather, then to his father, and fi nally to him. After a lifetime of memories and hard work, Ron handed the farm to his son Kyle, who grows corn, soybeans, and alfalfa hay for the farm’s Angus beef herd. Ron expressed his desire to have just one more day on the farm to his Parkview Hospice social worker, Emily Zimmerman. Emily was aware of a new program that makes the wishes of Parkview Hospice patients come true. She filled out the application and identified all the resources needed to secure a safe visit. Through the generosity of donors to the Parkview Health Foundation Hospice Fund, Ron’s day on the farm was made a reality. He was accompanied by his wife, daughter, and five grandchildren. On the day of the visit, the planned event on the farm was to make hay. It was a typical mid-July day, hot and humid. Rain tried to slow the work, but by late evening, the hay was brought into the barn for winter feed, and a farmer’s heart had been blessed by spending one more day down on the farm. This story was contributed by Tim O’Sullivan, spiritual and social services supervisor, Parkview Hospice
As Parkview providers help patients work through major life changes, they can now offer the Calm app to complement in-person services. The LifeBridge Senior Program at Parkview LaGrange Hospital o ers confi dential outpatient support to help seniors navigate feelings of sadness, worry, and loneliness. Through individual and group sessions, a compassionate care team provides tools and strategies to promote confi dence, connection, and a renewed sense of joy. Now, through a partnership with the Parkview Health Foundation, seniors in the program also receive access to the Calm app. With trusted mental health tools available anytime, seniors are better able to quiet their minds, fi nding more moments of peace and joy throughout their days. Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute patients also have free access to the Calm app, thanks to support from the Parkview Health Foundation Angela Chasey Memorial Fund. From guided meditation and soothing sleep stories to breathing exercises and advice from world-renowned experts through Calm’s Masterclasses, the app can help patients manage the anxiety, stress, and mental health concerns that come with cancer treatment and recovery. And there’s something for the whole family—content for children is available through the app, including resources that help kids with bedtime, worries, and the big emotions that accompany a loved one’s cancer journey.
A little calm can mean a world of difference
Puppy love at work
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SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH THROUGH PHILANTHROPY
This past February, the Parkview Health Foundation introduced the inaugural Parkview Pups Sweetheart Challenge. The Parkview Pups Program brings a little joy and lots of smiles to co-workers in the form of certified therapy-dog and handler teams making their rounds around Parkview facilities. This program has been such a success that it inspired this fun challenge where co-workers could vote for their favorite Parkview Pup or give in honor or memory of their own beloved pet. Thanks to the incredible generosity of everyone who voted, more than $3,500 was raised to keep the tail wags, wet noses, and warm, furry hugs going strong across Parkview. Mika, a dachshund, was crowned the first winner of the challenge, and her handler, Natalie, feels that her crown is a very natural fit. “Honestly, Mika already thought she was the queen of the hospital, so this just makes it official,” she shared. “She may be small, but she’s making a big impact! Mika would like to thank all her friends for their support!”
“Talk about a round of ‘appaws!’ We are absolutely blown away by the puppy love our co-workers are showing. We want to say a huge thank-you for every gift made to the Parkview Health Foundation—your support is what makes the Parkview Pups program possible!” —Frederick Austin Program Director, Parkview Pups
Honestly, Mika already thought she was the queen of the hospital, so this just makes it official.” —Natalie Mika’s Handler
“The new scale makes it a lot easier to step on, and it’s nice that it has handles. Huge upgrade from the old one that I had to roll the walker over and it was higher to step on.” —Regina Strock
“Great addition, easier to get in without worrying about falling, and the display is simple to use and I like that you can pick different locations all over the world to visit while exercising!” —Regina Strock
Each year, over 200 patients start this 12-week program at Parkview DeKalb Hospital. With expert guidance and this new, updated equipment, patients have a safe environment where they can take steps toward a stronger, healthier future.
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Strengthening heart health in our communities
IMPACT ACROSS OUR REGION: NORTH MARKET
“My team is beyond grateful to the Parkview Health Foundation for purchasing new medical equipment for them to ensure their patients are receiving safe, quality care! Parkview DeKalb Hospital (PDH) Cardiopulmonary Rehab received a new digital scale with side rails to help support patients’ stability on the scale. They also received new NuStep exercise equipment. PDH Respiratory received an automatic blood pressure monitor for their stress treadmill machine. The automatic blood pressure monitor can take a patient’s blood pressure while walking on the treadmill. Without an automatic blood pressure monitor, patients would have to let go of the treadmill while walking, sometimes at a quick pace, for us to obtain their blood pressure. Thank you for purchasing our new medical equipment!” —Amanda Watson Manager of Cardiopulmonary Services Respiratory Care
Recovering from a cardiac or pulmonary condition can feel overwhelming. That’s where the Cardiopulmonary Rehab Program at Parkview DeKalb Hospital steps in to help patients create a plan of action to improve their health after events such as a heart attack, heart surgery, lung transplant, or COPD. Patients work closely with experienced exercise physiologists and respiratory therapists who guide them through safe exercise training, education, lifestyle modifications, and emotional support to improve cardiovascular and respiratory function, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life. A key aspect of this program is the gym equipment. In 2025, the Parkview Health Foundation funded the| purchase of new, more efficient equipment, including a new digital weight scale outfi tted with side rails to help support patient stability, a NuStep exercise machine, and an automatic blood pressure monitor for the stress treadmill. Accurate blood pressure readings are a critical component for a successful diagnostic stress test, and prior to this automatic monitor, it was difficult to obtain through manual means.
Parkview Health Foundation funding has strengthened the pediatric feeding program by providing essential feeding tools and therapy supplies so that therapists can tailor interventions to support each child’s unique developmental and medical needs. These resources not only enhance the quality and consistency of care, but they also provide families with appropriate tools to continue progress at home. Additionally, the team completed specialized training that strengthened their experience in managing sensory-based feeding difficulties, oral-motor delays, medical-complexity feeding concerns, and early-infant-feeding development. Finally, thanks to generous ongoing donations, the program has been able to enrich the emotional and therapeutic experience for their patients. Stuffed animals have become a comforting support tool for children during challenging sessions, while donated toys and educational items have allowed the team to send families home with meaningful resources that reinforce therapy goals and promote skill carryover
“The Parkview Health Foundation’s investment in this transformative equipment and training has elevated our clinic’s ability to deliver cutting-edge, evidence-informed care that enhances recovery, restores confidence, and promotes long-term- movement health throughout our community.” —Ashley Wilson Supervisor and Occupational Therapist Outpatient Therapy
PILATES COREALIGN TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT
A center built for healing and moving forward
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MANUAL THERAPY AND INTEGRATIVE DRY NEEDLING
Thanks to support from the Parkview Health Foundation, therapists now have CoreAlign equipment and specialized training to enhance patient care in the outpatient therapy department. The system helps therapists confi dently apply CoreAlign principles in treatments that help address posture, balance, and overall core strength to improve movement and stability. This combined investment has proven invaluable across diverse patient populations, including individuals with chronic pain, balance difficulties, postural instability, athletic performance needs, and spinal asymmetries such as scoliosis. Patients are seeing meaningful improvements in core strength, balance, postural awareness, and overall functional movement. They also report better understanding of how core stability drives nearly every daily task, from walking to respiratory efficiency to pain management.
PEDIATRIC FEEDING PROGRAM
In the spring of 2019, the Holly D. Sale Rehabilitation and Wellness Center reopened its doors to the Huntington community after an 18-month expansion project. Named for the center’s late director, the center possesses thoughtful design that emphasizes patient privacy and individualized attention, realizing Sale’s dream of a patient-centered environment that meets the needs of local residents—pediatric and adult alike.
The feeding program is not only growing, but it’s also transforming the way families experience hope, progress, and confi dence at mealtimes and beyond.
Through the support of the Parkview Health Foundation, clinicians have received advanced training in integrative dry needling as well as Maitland essential spine and peripheral techniques. These specialized skills help clinicians more effectively and confidently treat chronic pain, movement dysfunction, and other neuromuscular impairments. Patients are already benefiting through faster pain relief (some after just one session), improved mobility, and greater confidence returning to everyday activities. Patients feel hopeful, supported, and empowered throughout their recovery.
The dedicated care Carla received at PFCI – Warsaw inspired Kathy to reach out to the Parkview Health Foundation to honor her daugher’s entire oncology team with a Guardian Angel Pinning Ceremony. Kathy’s friends from the Angels in Red, a chapter of the Red Hat Society in Plymouth, also wanted to express their gratitude in a lasting way. They pooled their resources and made a $450 donation to the Transformative Cancer Care Fund, which supports cancer patients experiencing fi nancial hardship. Kathy said the gift felt like a fi tting symbol of her daughter’s journey—a circle of women supporting another woman through compassion, generosity, and action. For Kathy, the Guardian Angel ceremony and charitable gift were expressions of deep appreciation—not just for medical expertise but also for the compassion and humanity the PFCI – Warsaw Oncology team showed her daughter when she needed it most.
Ensuring that everyone has access to lifesaving care
From the first day, Carla and her mother, Kathy, felt seen, safe, and genuinely cared for by a team of experts.
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THE STRENGTH OF GUARDIAN ANGELS
When Carla Christie received the devastating diagnosis of breast cancer, she and her family couldn’t imagine things could get worse, but unfortunately, they did. She lost her Medicaid. And her care at the facility she was at was discontinued. But the Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute (PFCI) – Warsaw stepped forward. From her fi rst day of treatment, Carla and her mother, Kathy, felt seen, safe, and genuinely cared for by a team of experts. The team went above and beyond to provide more than medical treatment— they also provided compassion, dignity, and kindness. Like anyone facing a breast cancer diagnosis, Carla entered treatment filled with anxiety and uncertainty, and her disability made her journey even more complex from the very beginning, requiring an experienced, highly specialized team.
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$2,370,087
Without generous donors like you, these stories of hope and strength could never be told. Words cannot adequately describe the profound impact of every dollar that is generously gifted to the Parkview Health Foundation, but we hope you’ll see it with every interaction, every visit, and every moment you spend at Parkview Health.
Donor-advised fund (DAF) Qualified charitable distribution (QCD) Required minimum distribution (RMD) Gifts of appreciated stock One-time gift Recurring monthly giving Planned giving: leave a gift in your will
$1,036,214
State-of-the-art equipment that moves healthcare forward
$1,109,925
Research and innovation to customize patient care
$4,121
Co-worker support to care for our healthcare professionals
Your generosity helps provide compassionate care, comfort, and hope to patients and families across our community. Whether you prefer to give a one-time gift or maximize your impact through tax-wise giving, every contribution strengthens the care delivered close to home. For more information, visit parkview.com/waystogive. Gifts can also be mailed to the following address: Parkview Health Foundation 3844 New Vision Dr. Fort Wayne, IN 46845
Ways to give
Supporting our patients throughout their healing journey
Total funds raised
$202,223
2025 Impact
Health education that improves health outcomes
$62,602
$782,273
$113,000
Scholarships that invest in the future of healthcare
Thank you
Total funds distributed
2025 IMPACT
Clinical training and education to enhance patient care
$95,942
Annual Giving Coordinator 260-385-2253 wendy.bentz@ parkview.com
Wendy Bentz
Director 260-450-5214 denise.andorfer@ parkview.com
Parkview Health Foundation 3844 New Vision Dr. Fort Wayne, IN 46845 Parkview.com/parkview-health-foundation foundation@parkview.com 844-241-0033
Development Coordinator 317-617-2614 kelsey.snyder@ parkview.com
Kelsey Snyder
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