2025 PEC Volunteer of the Year Announced

On April 23, 2026, PEC held its Annual Meeting. Many people gathered to celebrate and recognize all the amazing volunteers and the many accomplishments throughout the year. This wonderful event took place at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Clarinda, Iowa.

During the Annual Meeting, PEC announced the winner of its Volunteer of the Year award. PEC is thrilled to share this honor and congratulate Becky Shum as the recipient. Her time and dedication to PEC throughout the year are valued and appreciated. We also want to thank Tunnicliff Inc. for continuing to sponsor this award.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities with PEC at CRHC, please check out all the opportunities on About PEC Committees page of our website. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, fill out the volunteer form now!  

Local Donations Help Make Equipment Purchases for EMS

Thanks to generous donations received from staff and community members, the EMS team purchased additional lift-assist devices for the ambulances. These devices will greatly benefit patients as well as reduce injury to staff.  Lifting patients is often the most challenging and dangerous job function for emergency medical providers. The Binder Lift changes this by attaching up to 32 handles to the patient’s torso so providers can effectively team lift, use better ergonomics, and avoid causing harm or discomfort to the patient. Jenn Chambers, Director of Emergency Services said, "I am thrilled to be able to purchase the Binder Lifts for our EMS Department. With the generous donations we received we were able to acquire lifts that will fit patients of all sizes. We are extremely appreciative of this opportunity." PEC is thankful for our generous donors. Without their help, our organization could not provide the quality of care we do.