Rockford Health System shows its appreciation

June 11th, 2008 at 06:05pm Deborah Austin

As part of Rockford Health System’s annual Employee Appreciation Week, it told workers to leave their jobs Tuesday.

Leave them long enough, that is, for a picnic lunch or dinner. First- and second-shift employees had picnics during their respective shifts, while third-shift workers had a celebratory meal in the hospital cafeteria during the wee hours, said spokesman Mike Wiltse. The picnic is a 20-year tradition, he said, to thank employees for their work and dedication.

Throughout this week, employees receive a small appreciative token every day. Wednesday everyone got a packet of wildflower seeds, Wiltse said.  Friday night will be an anniversary dinner for employees and ex-employees who have been there at least 20 years.

Rockford Health System is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year.

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