LifeCare names two new department heads, development coordinator

Two veteran employees have been promoted to director of their respective departments, and a new employee has been added to fill a recently created position at LifeCare Medical Center.

Kelly Hulst is now Director of Nursing at LifeCare Roseau Manor (formerly Sheltering Oaks Manor). Kelly began her career at Roseau Area Hospital and Homes in 1993 as a nursing assistant at Sheltering Oaks Manor. In 1996, she attained her LPN licensure and in 1998 she became a registered nurse. She was named Assistant Director of Nursing in 2002, and Interim Director of Nursing at Sheltering Oaks Manor in March 2007.

“Helping take care of people is the greatest pleasure in my profession. I enjoy socializing with the residents and their families, and watching the staff experience personal growth and the team connection,” Kelly says.
She and her husband Jeremy have three children: Kaitlyn, 9; Jace, 6; and Jeron, 3.

Brian Grafstrom has worked at the hospital since 1996 when he was first hired as a maintenance mechanic. Now the Director of Facilities Management at LifeCare, he and his staff ensure the buildings throughout the organization function properly on a day-to-day basis. He and wife Kari have four children: Adam, 25; Nic, 22; Kim, 20; and Hans, 18.

Sue Grafstrom is LifeCare’s Development Coordinator, a position newly created to oversee many of the organization’s outreach activities, including the LifeCare Health Care Fund. Sue earned a B.A. degree in Business Administration and English Writing from Concordia College in Moorhead. Previous experience
includes positions in marketing, business development, and customer service. She volunteers in the community as the Roseau High School Girls head golf coach. She and husband Paul have three children: Sarah, 12; Kirsten, 10; and Sam, 6.

“I look forward to helping LifeCare Medical Center continue as a leader in the rural healthcare field by increasing the financial resources available within the LifeCare Health Care Fund and through increased grant opportunities,” Sue says.

To inquire or make a donation to the LifeCare Health Care Fund, contact Sue at (218) 463-2500.

Hospital Board welcomes Warroad’s Chuck Lindner

Warroad businessman Chuck Lindner has been added to LifeCare Medical Center’s board of directors. The president and CEO of Doug’s Supermarket, Lindner joined the board in September for a 6-year term.

“Not having a medical background, I needed a cheat sheet to understand all the acronyms used by the board during our first meeting,” Lindner jokes. “But I was reassured the reason for my being there was for my experience as a business leader and my interest in devoting some of my free time to a meaningful organization.”

The all-volunteer board consists of 13 Roseau County residents who, together, oversee the direction and long-term planning of LifeCare Medical Center.

Lindner moved to Warroad in 1994 after graduating with a degree in Management from Moorhead State University. He says living in Warroad encouraged his interest in running, biking, and hunting. He has competed in several triathelons and is chairman of the Ruffed Grouse Society’s local chapter. Lindner lives just south of Warroad where he enjoys family time his wife Bridget and their daughter Grace, 4.

“Oh, and better mention Gus, my running companion.”

Gus the dog is a 6-year-old Weimaraner.

Neighborhood Nook
offers great holiday gift ideas.

LifeCare’s “Neighborhood Nook” gift shop features a wide assortment of gift giving ideas. Many seasonal items make this a great stop before the holidays.

Who says hospital gift shops only offer Get Well cards.

On the contrary, the cozy “Neighborhood Nook” gift store at LifeCare Medical Center is bursting with great gift ideas for all occasions.

“The holidays are a perfect time to stop by and pick up that special gift or two,” says Jessica Rose, one of the high school students who volunteers at the little store inside the hospital. “I tell people to grab a cappuccino and look around. There’s something here for everyone.”

Proceeds from sales benefit LifeCare’s high school student scholarship fund.