GAINESVILLE - Gov. Nathan Deal recently recognized the retired Executive Director of Good News Clinics with a special commendation, and four of the clinics' volunteers were also singled out for special recognition.
Cheryl Christian retired August 1.
Deal, at Good News Clinics’ Annual Fundraising Dinner in Gainesville, lauded Christian's her reputation in the healthcare community and commended her “exemplary guidance and unwavering dedication” that contributed to Good News Clinics growth into the largest free clinic in the state.
Also at the banquet, Dr. David Westfall, Good News Advisory Board Member and Founding Physician Volunteer, presented the Sam Poole Volunteer of the Year Award to Havalyn Bennett, Rennie Stephens, Janie Owen, and Karen Ellis.
Affectionately known as “The Thursday Crew,” these volunteers have been giving their time at Good News Clinics for a combined 30 years. They are all retired teachers with 120 combined years of teaching experience.
Their duties include preparing patient files for medical assistants and staff to use during each patient appointment.
