SEASONED VOLUNTEER NAMED TO LEAD TRINITAS AUXILIARY
Newly-installed Chair Promotes Interest in Group's Activities

Seasoned Volunteer Named to Lead Trinitas Auxiliary Union Resident Elizabeth Weishapl, who has devoted more than 37,000 volunteer hours to Trinitas Regional Medical Center for more than three decades, was recently named the Chairman of the medical center's Auxiliary.

As a member of the Auxiliary Board, Liz has served as the Event Chair for 25 years. She has been in charge of the popular trips and successful vendor sales held at Trinitas Regional Medical Center whose proceeds benefit Trinitas patients.

For her boundless energy and decades-long dedication to her chosen volunteer efforts, Liz has a long list of recognitions. The Newark Archdiocese Council of the National Council of Catholic Women named her the Catholic Woman of the Year in 2001 and the New Jersey Hospital Association Council on Auxiliaries also named her its Auxilian Catalyst of the Year for Trinitas. In 2008, Liz was named the RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Volunteer of the Year and was also recognized with the Morris Rudner Volunteer Award at the Trinitas Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon in 2008. The Italian American Club of Union has also given Liz its Volunteer of the Year award.

"Volunteering at Trinitas has been such a rewarding part of my life," says Liz. "I've used life skills that I gained as a buyer for Stan Sommers in Union, and for 'The Gerte' in Elizabeth for more than 20 years and I've enjoyed friendships with so many people who work and volunteer at the hospital. In fact, it's a family affair since my husband Frank has volunteered for 26 years. It truly is my second home. I'm pleased and proud to be able to continue the fine work of the Auxiliary and I look forward to many more successful vendor sales and trips organized during my Chairmanship."

In addition to her volunteer hours at Trinitas, Liz had also given her time and energy to Union Hospital until its closure in 2007. Thanks to her influence, many former Union Hospital volunteers now volunteer at Trinitas.

"Those who join the Auxiliary can look forward to genuine personal growth through new friends and contacts as well as the gratification that comes from helping to make a difference to the patients and community served by Trinitas Regional Medical Center," notes Robin. For more information about the Trinitas Regional Medical Center Auxiliary or to volunteer time, energy and talents, women and men are urged to contact the Auxiliary office at 908-994-8988.


Auxiliary Sales

Date:	March 18, 2010
Event:	Lenore's Jewelry
Place:	Vending Room Trinitas Regional Medical Center 225 Williamson St. Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Time:	9:00am - 3:00pm
	For those who appreciate the difference elegant jewelry can make in one's appearance, Lenore's Jewelry is your one-stop destination for gift ideas.

Date:	March 22, 2010
Event:	Chris' CDs & John's iPod/Phone Accessories
Place:	Vending Room Trinitas Regional Medical Center 225 Williamson St. Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Time:	7:30am - 3:00pm
	If you are a gadget freak, this sale is for you. These guys can hook you up with anything and everything you need to be on the forefront of the latest and greatest in personal electronics and communications equipment. Come check out what they have to offer.

Date:	March 23, 2010
Event:	Letty's Designs
Place:	Vending Room Trinitas Regional Medical Center 225 Williamson St. Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Time:	8:00am - 4:30pm
	Fashionable Jewelry & Handbag Sale! Watches, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, Swarovski jewelry, high- fashion handbags and a whole lot more. Moderately priced.

Date:	March 27, 2010
Event:	MaryAnn's Candy & Gift Sale
Place:	Medical Office Building Lobby Trinitas Regional Medical Center 240 Williamson St. Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Time:	9:00am - 3:30pm
	Great selection of gifts and candy. Something for everyone!

Date:	March 29, 2010
Event:	MaryAnn's Candy & Gift Sale
Place:	Vending Room Trinitas Regional Medical Center 225 Williamson St. Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Time:	9:00am - 3:30pm
	Great selection of gifts and candy. Something for everyone!

Date:	March 31, 2010
Event:	Ring Rage
Place:	Vending Room Trinitas Regional Medical Center 225 Williamson St. Elizabeth, NJ 07207
Time:	8:00am - 4:00pm
	Sale of fantastic assortment of rings - all sizes. Beautiful rings at a great price!