About Us
WHY WE STARTED HALO
The increasing number of cases of neglect, abuse, and intentionally caused deaths in healthcare settings is alarming. These are not just “cases”; these are human beings in need of our genuine concern and protection. That is why a group of individuals, who have been involved in the pro-life arena for many years, started the Healthcare Advocacy and Leadership Organization.
HALO’s founders recognized the urgent need to provide aid to patients and their families, particularly when lives are in jeopardy. HALO strives to protect, support, and advocate for medically vulnerable persons without discrimination based on race, religion, age, disability or gender.
HALO MISSION STATEMENT
The Healthcare Advocacy and Leadership Organization (HALO) is a voice for the medically vulnerable.
As a non-profit, Christian organization, HALO addresses a wide array of ethical issues including euthanasia, assisted suicide, rationing of medical services, and hastening of death in healthcare settings. In addition, HALO promotes life-affirming healthcare practices, life-protective advance directives, and compassionate care for the sick and those nearing the end of their lives. In all circumstances, HALO espouses in healthcare practice the sanctity and integrity of every human person.
HALO accomplishes its mission through intercessory prayer; widespread education; community awareness and assistance programs; interaction with patients, families, and caregivers; and referrals to appropriate resources when necessary.
The Board of Directors:
- Dennis Merritt, President
- Jo Tolck, Vice President
- Kurt Virnig, Treasurer
- Amy Holtan, Secretary
- Mary Merritt, Prayer Director
- Craig Johnsen
- Marlene Reid
- Julie Grimstad
The Board of Advisors:
- William Beckman
- Judie Brown
- Sara Buscher, Esq.
- Ralph Capone, MD
- Lucy Karen Clay
- Mary Flores
- Stephanie Hopping
- Rose Howe
- Cristen Krebs, DNP, ANP-BC
- Mark Davis Pickup
- Bonnie Quirke, RN
- Alex Schadenberg
- Mary Schaefer, RN
- Mike Schaefer
- Sr. Maria (Faulkner) of the Trinity, RN
- Nancy Valko, RN