BRIDGTON – The Bridgton Hospital Wellness Team, chaired by Susan Cooper, RN, has received a certificate of participation from the Maine Governor’s Council on Physical Activity for their participation in the National Employee Health and Fitness Day conducted on May 21.

The yearly event is intended to encourage physical activity and good nutrition in the workplace. To achieve the goals, the Wellness Committee organized several activities during the day for staff.

A walk through Pondicherry Park, led by committee members throughout the day, and creation of an obstacle course, with the assistance of the physical therapy staff, encouraged physical activity for staff. In addition, the dietary services department offered special healthy choice entrees on the daily menu.

The Wellness Committee will plan to offer events on May 20, 2009, the date scheduled for the next National Employee Health and Fitness Day.

For more information, contact Susan Cooper, RN, at 647-6000, ext. 6081.