UHK to celebrate staff contribution over four decades – ‘We are grateful to all staff members’

UNIVERSITY Hospital Kerry (UHK) is inviting past and present staff members to celebrate the 40th anniversary of UHK at its site in Rathass.

A series of special events are scheduled for April 25 where a symbolic tree planting ceremony will take place. Three trees will be planted by individuals close to the heart of UHK representing its past, present, and future. The trees will symbolise the growth and evolution of UHK over the years.

This will be followed by the raising of a specially commissioned UHK ‘40th anniversary flag’ by a member of UHK staff. Afterwards, guests are invited to attend a cake-cutting ceremony and enjoy the atmosphere of what promises to be a special occasion. Guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy complimentary refreshments and 40th-anniversary cupcakes

Staff with 40 years’ service will be formally acknowledged and people are invited to capture an image with colleagues of old for a specially designed photo frame. They can sign a giant anniversary card which will be preserved for future posterity on a wall inside UHK.

Later in the afternoon, a special Mass will be celebrated at the hospital chapel for all current and former UHK staff members. Following Mass, attendees are invited to take a walk down memory lane as a specially commissioned video featuring old images from decades past at the hospital will be shown.

“We are incredibly grateful to all the staff members who have contributed to the success and legacy of University Hospital Kerry over the past 40 years. This celebration is a tribute to your dedication and commitment to our hospital, and we look forward to welcoming you back to share in this special occasion,” said Mary Fitzgerald, General Manager at UHK.

The events will take place between 12 and 1pm on Thursday, April 25.