Our Two Spotlight Groups
FRIENDS OF IMAGINATION STATION, INC.
The first of its kind in Waukesha County, the universally accessible playground makes possible shoulder-to-shoulder play for children and caregivers of all abilities. Located in the city's Roosevelt Park grounds, Imagination Station is a valuable asset to Oconomowoc and the surrounding community, and draws visitors from throughout southeastern Wisconsin and beyond.
Friends of Imagination Station, Inc. is the new 501(c)3 entity whose primary goal is to continue the spirit and maintenance of the park into the future. With the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department, we will arrange grassroots efforts to preserve the very unique sense of ownership Oconomowoc holds for Imagination Station. Many in the community are wondering – what now? How can I continue to volunteer and help out with the park? Are people using it? What’s in store for this year?
The City of Oconomowoc and Friends of Imagination Station, Inc. have committed to raising funds for a universally-accessible, men's, women's and family restroom for the Roosevelt Park complex. Thank you for making this dream a reality for our community and all those who benefit from Imagination Station and all that Oconomowoc has to offer.
“Without a doubt, this project shines a light on the very special community we have in Oconomowoc. The playground has attracted families from all over southeastern Wisconsin and we are grateful to all the volunteers who made it possible.”
John Kelliher, Director, City of Oconomowoc Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department
“My son has cerebral palsy. He has been waiting his entire life for a facility like this to open within close driving distance. I cannot tell you how much our family appreciates this incredible asset.”
Parents
“For the first time, my daughter can play side by side with her cousins. Everyone wins.”
Imagination Station parents
Oconomowoc Memorial Auxiliary
The Oconomowoc Memorial Auxiliary is a not-for-profit organization to support the Hospital's commitment to serve the community. The mission of the Auxiliary is to promote and support the Hospital by recruiting members to provide volunteer services and programs that include fundraising for hospital equipment and health related scholarships.
There are a variety of ways to volunteer that include:
1. Working in the hospital Gift Box * by either pricing items or clerking in the Gift Box .
2. Working in the admifiing arcaby taking patients to and from their destination; 3. Helping with the various fund raising projects - Style Show Luncheon, Love Light Tree, Harvesting the Arts, etc.;
4. Working in Patient & Family Lounges.
5. Ambassador volunteer program, Dog Therapy, and Healing Music Program.
As you can see volunteers can choose from a variety of projects including patient care and family support, special events, clerical and computer related tasks, prayer shawl, teddy bear projects and much more!
The Auxiliary is a very helpful and dedicated organization. Everyone is working together toward making health care in our communities a prioriry Our hospital (Oconomowoc Memorial) has been a community hospital with the Auxiliary helping for over 50 years! The volunteers have contributed 32,317 hours , at a cost savings to the hospital of $583, 142.A0 the year of 2008-2009. Find greater meaning in life by helping others!