Development of Nursing Simulation in the PICU
Kelly Ely, MSN, RNIII, CCRN, CNL & Kelly Collins, BSN, RNIII, CCRN, CPN A few years ago we noticed that there was no structured curriculum for simulation in the PICU, […]
The Founders’ Vision of Kindervelt – An Interesting Look at Our Beginnings
This excerpt is taken from an article written for perhaps a brochure or publication about Kindervelt in 1971-1972. I found it to be very interesting and wanted to share some […]
President’s Message – September 2021
It’s welcome back time; our so-called summer hiatus is ending and our second year of fundraising for Critical Care and the PICU is in full swing! I use the word hiatus […]
Suicide and the Importance of Words
By Regina Vogt, LISW-S September is Suicide Awareness Month. Fortunately, the stigma surrounding suicide and mental illness has decreased over the years as many public figures have begun speaking openly […]
Kindervelt in the 2010’s Embracing Social Media Platform
by Nancy groves VanBuskirk Before I begin my article on the 2010s, I need to acknowledge that Kindervelt was created 50 years ago this month, in July of 1971, when […]
Kindervelt 2010 to Now
By, Claire Kupferle KV#3 Kindervelt has experienced a rapid rate of change in the past decade, as have many of its members! As technology expanded its influence on modern lifestyles, […]
President’s Message – Summer 2021
Happy Summer! How refreshing it is to once again be able to enjoy some fun summer activities like my favorites, attending baseball games and travelling! As a bonus we get to enjoy […]
National Minority Mental Health Month
By, Regina Vogt, LISW-S July is National Minority Mental Health month. People belonging to racial and ethnic minority groups are less likely to have access to mental health services and are […]
“Hearts Filled with Hope” Kindervelt in the early 2000’s
by Nancy Groves Van-Buskirk #29 “Hearts Filled with Hope” was the theme of the 2001 KinderKlaus Markt. Sheila Maxwell, 2001 Kinderklaus Markt Chair chose that as her Markt theme in […]
A Look Back – Kindervelt in the New Millennium
by Claire Kupferle #3 Moving into the 21st century, the organization faced a shift in the pattern of volunteering, with active neighborhood groups dropping from a high of 72 in […]
