Smiles From Jamie

The Importance of Caring in Small Acts of Kindness 

At Girard Medical Center, we believe small acts of kindness can make a lasting impact. Smiles From Jamie was created to honor the memory and spirit of Jamie by spreading encouragement, compassion, and support to patients, families, and members of our community during difficult times.

This special initiative reflects the importance of caring for others through meaningful gestures that bring comfort, hope, and smiles to those facing health challenges or personal hardships.

Continuing a Legacy of Kindness

Portrait of Jamie, namesake of the Smiles From Jamie fund at the Girard Medical Center Foundation

Smiles From Jamie serves as a reminder that kindness matters. Through donations, community support, and outreach efforts, this program helps provide uplifting experiences and thoughtful acts of encouragement for patients and families connected to Girard Medical Center.

Whether it is supporting patients during treatment, helping families through difficult moments, or simply bringing positivity to someone’s day, Smiles From Jamie continues Jamie’s legacy of compassion and caring.

Supporting Children and Families 

Contributions made through Smiles From Jamie help support programs and initiatives designed to brighten the lives of children and families while they are a patient at Girard Medical Center.

Donations can come in all forms but the children love:

  • Puzzles
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video Games
  • Coloring Books
  • Crafts
  • Legos

Every gift helps create moments of fun, distraction, and positivity for those who need it most.

Child coloring with markers, supported by the Smiles From Jamie fund

We Appreciate You

Thank you for your continued support. We greatly appreciate ALL the donors - including the Haderlein and Girard Middle School students who donated their money from their penny competition to pay for the "The Tree" mural. Also appreciated are the blankets and activity packets donated by the Beulah Church ladies!

Share Your Smile

Through the generosity of donors and community supporters, Smiles From Jamie continues to impact lives throughout Southeast Kansas and surrounding communities. Together, we can help bring comfort, compassion, and smiles to patients and families facing challenging times.

Portrait of Jamie, namesake of the Smiles From Jamie fund at the Girard Medical Center Foundation

In Rememberance

Jamie Rebecca (Ausemus) Hallacy

1982-2011

Jamie resided at their country home in Brazilton, Kansas with her husband Ron, daughter Kylie Jean, and special dog Cooter. She was currently employed with Craw-Kan Telephone Cooperative, Inc., Girard, Kansas. In 2003, Jamie graduated from Butler Community College, El Dorado, Kansas, receiving her Associate Degrees in Applied Science and Medical Office Specialist. She received her education at USD 248 Girard, Kansas, graduating in 2001. While in high school, Jamie was employed part-time and went full-time from June 2000-June 2003 by the Girard Medical Center in the Medical Records Department. For 12 years, she was a member of the Hepler Saddle Duster’s Drill team beginning at the age of seven performing at rodeos, fairs, and annually at the Hepler 4th of July celebration. At an early age, she was an avid gymnast, dancer, and twirler. Jamie was an active member of the Hepler Hustler’s 4-H Club and held numerous offices throughout her 4-H years. She was also a member of the Lucky Riders 4-H Horse club. The daughter of Jim and Claudia Ausemus, Jamie grew up in Hepler, Kansas, and attended the Hepler United Methodist Church.