TY 2012 Form 990EZ


	1	Contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts received...............	1
2	Program service revenue including government fees and contracts ............	2
3	Membership dues and assessments......................	3
4	Investment income...........................	4
5a	Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory........	5a
b	Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses...........	5b	0
c	Gain or (loss) from sale of assets other than inventory (Subtract line 5b from line 5a) ......	5c	0
6	Gaming and fundraising events
a	Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than $15,000) .	6a
b	Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the
	sum of such gross income and contributions exceeds $15,000)	6b
c	Less: direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events.......	6c	0
d	Net income or (loss) from gaming and fundraising events (add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c)	6d	0
7a	Gross sales of inventory, less returns and allowances........	7a
b	Less: cost of goods sold.................	7b	0
c	Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory (Subtract line 7b from line 7a) .........	7c	0
8	Other revenue (describe in Schedule O) .....................	8
9	Total revenue. Add lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5c, 6d, 7c, and 8..............	9	0
	10	Grants and similar amounts paid (list in Schedule O) .................	10
11	Benefits paid to or for members........................	11
12	Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits................	12
13	Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors............	13
14	Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance...................	14
15	Printing, publications, postage, and shipping...................	15
16	Other expenses (describe in Schedule O) ....................	16
17	Total expenses. Add lines 10 through 16 .................	17
	18	Excess or (deficit) for the year (Subtract line 17 from line 9)............	18	0
19	Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with
	end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return)................	19	0
20	Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ..........	20
21	Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 18 through 20.........	21	0

Part IIIStatement of Program Service Accomplishments (see the instructions for Part III) Check if the organization used Schedule O to respond to any question in this Part III .	Expenses (Required for section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts; optional for others.)
What is the organization's primary exempt purpose? TO REVEAL AND EMBODY CHRIST'S HEALING LOVE FOR ALL PEOPLE THROUGH A HEALTH CARE MINISTRY BY PROVIDING MANAGEMENT AND COMPUTER SERVICES TO THIRTEEN AFFILIATED HOSPITALS, AND ADMINISTERING THE HSHS SELF-INSURANCE FUND ("THE FUND"), AN OPERATING DIVISION OF HOSPITAL SISTERS HEALTH SYSTEMS, FOR PROFESSIONAL AND GENERAL LIABILITY SELF-INSURED EXPOSURE OF ITS EIGHT ILLINOIS HOSPITALS.
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. In a clear and concise manner, describe the services provided, the number of persons benefited, and other relevant information for each program title.
28 See Schedule O (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...	28a
29 (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...	29a
30 (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here ...	30a
31 Other program services (describe in Schedule O) (Grants $ ) If this amount includes foreign grants, check here...	31a
32 Total program service expenses (add lines 28a through 31a)..........	32

(a) Name and title	(b) Average hours per week devoted to position	(c)Reportable compensation (Forms W-2/1099-MISC) (if not paid, enter -0-)	(d) Health benefits, contributions to employee benefit plans, and deferred compensation	(e) Estimated amount of other compensation
SISTER MARY ANN MINOR OSFBoard Member	0.25	0	0	0
SISTER MARY MOLLISON CSACHAIRPERSON	0.25	0	0	0
MR ROBERT B ATWELLBOARD MEMBER	0.25	0	0	0
MR STEVEN A HASSEBROCKBOARD MEMBER	0.25	0	0	0
MR JOHN E STAUDTBOARD MEMBER	0.25	0	0	0
SISTER MAUREEN O'CONNOR OSFSECRETARY	0.25	0	0	0
JOHN R COMBES MDBOARD MEMBER	0.25	0	0	0
SISTER BERNICE COREIL DCBOARD MEMBER	0.25	0	0	0
STEPHEN J BOCHENEKVice Chair	0.25	0	0	0
SISTER GERTRUDE O'CONNOR OSFBOARD MEMBER	0.25	0	0	0

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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.

Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow

See separate instructions.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2012

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization

HSHS SELF INSURANCE TRUST FUND

Employer identification number

37-1120626

Part I

Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.

The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)

A church, convention of churches, or association of churches described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(i).

A school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii). (Attach Schedule E.)

A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii).

A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii). Enter the hospital's name, city, and state:

An organization operated for the benefit of a college or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in

section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)

A federal, state, or local government or governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(v).

An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

A community trust described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)

An organization that normally receives: (1) more than 331/3% of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross

receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of

its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses

acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)

An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. See section 509(a)(4).

An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2). See section 509(a)(3). Check the box that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines 11e through 11h.

Type I

Type II

Type III - Functionally integrated

Type III - Non-functionally integrated

By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).

If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box ..................................................

Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the
following persons?

(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)

Yes

and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization? ................

11g(i)

(ii) A family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................

11g(ii)

(iii) A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................

11g(iii)

Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).

(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN	(iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))	(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?		(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?		(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?		(vii) Amount of monetary support
(i) Name of supported organization	(ii) EIN		Yes	No	Yes	No	Yes	No	(vii) Amount of monetary support
(A) ST ELIZABETH'S HOSPITAL BELLEVILLE ILLINOIS	370663567	03	Yes						0
(B) ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL BREESE ILLINOIS	371208459	03	Yes						0
(C) ST ANTHONY'S HOSPITAL EFFINGHAM ILLINOIS	370661233	03	Yes						0
(D) ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL HIGHLAND ILLINOIS	370663568	03	Yes						0
(E) ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL LITCHFIELD ILLINOIS	370661236	03	Yes						0
(F) ST JOHN'S HOSPITAL SPRINGFIELD ILLINOIS	370661238	03	Yes						0
(G) ST MARY'S HOSPITAL STREATOR ILLINOIS	362169181	03	Yes						0
(H) ST MARY'S HOSPITAL DECATUR ILLINOIS	370661244	03	Yes						0
Total

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.

Cat. No. 11285F

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012

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Part II

Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)

Section A. Public Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2008	(b) 2009	(c) 2010	(d) 2011	(e) 2012	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
2	Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3	The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4	Total. Add lines 1 through 3
5	The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..
6	Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2008	(b) 2009	(c) 2010	(d) 2011	(e) 2012	(f) Total
7	Amounts from line 4..
8	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
9	Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10	Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..
11	Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).

Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions) ..................

First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................ right arrow

Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage

Public support percentage for 2012 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f)) .........

Public support percentage for 2011 Schedule A, Part II, line 14 ...............

16a

33 1/3% support test—2012. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ....................... right arrow

33 1/3% support test—2011. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..................... right arrow

17a

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization ..................................................... right arrow

10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2011. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly
supported organization ................................................ right arrow

Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012

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Part III

Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)

Section A. Public Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2008	(b) 2009	(c) 2010	(d) 2011	(e) 2012	(f) Total
1	Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
2	Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
3	Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4	Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5	The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6	Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
7a	Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b	Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
c	Add lines 7a and 7b..
8	Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)

Section B. Total Support

Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)		(a) 2008	(b) 2009	(c) 2010	(d) 2011	(e) 2012	(f) Total
9	Amounts from line 6...
10a	Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
b	Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c	Add lines 10a and 10b.
11	Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12	Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) ..
13	Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..

First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here............................................. right arrow

Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage

Public support percentage for 2012 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) .........

Public support percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 15 ...............

Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage

Investment income percentage for 2012 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) ......

Investment income percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 17 .............

19a

33 1/3% support tests—2012. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ........ right arrow

33 1/3% support tests—2011. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization ..... right arrow

Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions ..... right arrow

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012

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Part IV

Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).

Facts And Circumstances Test

Explanation

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012

Additional Data

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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
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Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.

OMB No. 1545-0047

2012

Open to Public
Inspection

Name of the organization

HSHS SELF INSURANCE TRUST FUND

Employer identification number

37-1120626

Identifier	Return Reference	Explanation
AFFILIATED HEALTH SYSTEM DISCLOSURE		HSHS Self Insurance Trust Fund is an affiliate of Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS), a health care ministry that includes 13 hospitals, scores of community-based health centers and clinics, and hundreds of physician partners across Illinois and Wisconsin. The Mission of HSHS is "to reveal and embody Christ's healing love for all people through our high quality Franciscan health care ministry." We live our Mission by providing holistic healing to all who seek our care, as well as through Community Benefit. Working collaboratively with others in the communities we serve, our Community Benefit initiatives are strategically and successfully expanding access to care, improving the health status of residents, and furthering medical education and knowledge. In FY2013, our 13 hospitals responded to needs identified in each of their Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) completed in FY2012. The information gathered from these assessments was used to develop new and enhance existing Community Benefit programs and services that best addressed community needs. Included among the many priority needs identified in our CHNAs were chronic disease prevention and management, obesity, adequate food and nutrition, mental health, and access to health care services. HSHS hospitals are proactively addressing these and other needs through patient, provider and community education, preventative screenings, self-management classes, and new or enhanced clinical services. Across HSHS, we collectively provided $185.6 million in Community Benefit (or 10.2% of total hospital expenses) in FY2013. Included in this amount was $45.9 million provided for Financial Assistance (i.e. Charity Care) and $104.2 million for unreimbursed care provided under the Medicaid program. In addition, HSHS hospitals committed significant resources to care for Medicare patients. The cost of providing services to primarily elderly beneficiaries of the Medicare program - in excess of governmental and managed care contract payments - was $152.3 million. HSHS hospitals also recorded $107.1 million in uncollectible accounts. In addition to the dollars invested in our Community Benefit programs, HSHS also continues to reinvest any surplus revenue from operations and investments into new medical technology, facility infrastructure and health care services in our communities. By doing so, we ensure we are able to meet the ongoing demand for high quality, efficient and easily accessible health care. Recognizing that the health care delivery model in the United States is evolving, HSHS remains focused on implementing our Care Integration strategy. Care Integration coordinates the delivery of care around the needs of each patient. During FY2013, we made significant progress with this strategy as we further implemented interoperable health information technologies, expanded the number of Medical Homes, and strengthened our alignment with physicians. Greater access to care As a Franciscan health care ministry, HSHS is deeply committed to serving those who are most in need. We not only provide care to every patient who walks through our doors, but also reach out beyond the walls of our hospitals and clinics to care for those in our communities. Our efforts to ensure residents in the communities we serve receive the right care at the right time in the right setting often involve partnering with others to achieve this goal. Across our two-state System, there are numerous examples of HSHS collaborating with other organizations to enhance access to care for those in need. From 2006 to 2009, the United States saw a 16% increase in individuals seeking dental care at hospital emergency rooms. With the support of St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center and St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the NEW Dental Clinic on the campus of Northeast Wisconsin Technical College expanded in FY2013 and was able to accommodate up to 6,000 visits. The clinic provides dental services to low-income and uninsured persons including the homeless in Brown County. St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield, Illinois partnered with Lewis & Clark Community College to bring their mobile health unit to the Litchfield area; the unit provides dental exams and screenings, x-rays and dental hygiene to those in need. In western Wisconsin, St. Joseph's Hospital in Chippewa Falls works closely with the Chippewa Health Improvement Partnership (CHIP) to support the Open Door Clinic. The free medical clinic provides health care for those without insurance coverage. This past year, the clinic received a total of 2,672 patient visits, an 11% increase from the prior year. With more than 166 individuals volunteering, the clinic provided more than 6,751 hours (including 753 provider hours and 675 nursing hours) of service to individuals. The Open Door Clinic is an example of HSHS providing leadership and support to a community-based program designed to meet the needs of those less fortunate. In southeast Illinois, area residents can get help filling a prescription through the long-term collaboration between St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital in Effingham and Catholic Charities. Last year, St. Anthony's helped underwrite the cost of prescription medications for more than 280 residents. In southwest Illinois, St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland enhanced their offerings to their senior population based on their CHNA. "Senior Renewal" is an outpatient counseling program for senior adults who may be facing emotional and physical problems unique to the aging process such as feelings of loneliness, isolation and anxiety. Clients receive an intensive level of treatment without inpatient hospitalization through counseling strategies and education. In addition, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Insurance, St. Joseph's Hospital participates in the Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP), a free health insurance counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. In addition to programs such as these, HSHS makes sure that those who need financial assistance for care receive it. Our Financial Assistance (i.e. Charity Care) program covers 100% of hospital charges for individuals and families who earn less than 200% of the federal poverty level. HSHS Financial Assistance programs have a sliding scale, in some instances providing up to a 60% discount on charges for those earning up to 600% of the federal poverty level. Counselors are available in our hospitals to explain our financial assistance policies to patients, provide them with assistance in filling out a simple application form, or help them enroll in publicly funded health care programs.
Better Community Health		As part of our Mission to embody Christ's healing love, we understand that we have a responsibility to improve the overall quality of life in our communities by supporting initiatives that promote health and wellness. We recognize we are most successful when we work together with a wide array of public and private organizations that share our commitment to improving lives. By doing so, we maximize our efforts and reduce the duplication of services. HSHS hospitals also understand we need to listen closely to the residents of the communities we serve to ensure the health care needs of all are being met. To that end, each of our 13 hospitals completed Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA) during FY2012. The information gathered from these assessments is being used to help us develop new, and enhance existing, programs and services that best address the needs of the community. Among the many priority needs identified from the CHNAs include metabolic and cardiovascular disease management, adequate food and nutrition, and mental health. HSHS hospitals are addressing these and other needs by proactively offering educational opportunities, preventative screenings, and new or enhanced clinical services. In partnership with the Sangamon County Health Department (SCHD) and local farmers, St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Illinois took a lead role in bringing a Farmers Market to the east side of Springfield. The East Side Farmers Market addresses three community needs: childhood obesity, childhood poverty (26% of children in Sangamon County live in poverty vs. 18% in the state) and providing fresh produce to persons living in a known "food desert." WIC Cooking Classes are also offered in tandem with the East Side Farmers Market to teach participants how to prepare fresh produce. The Farmers Market and cooking classes are hosted at the SCHD. St. Mary's Hospital in Streator, Illinois teamed up with the Streator YMCA to offer a 12 week weight loss program - Healthy You - to motivate 282 participants (nearly double the participants from last year) to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The program included aerobics classes, cooking classes, and a maintenance program to encourage participants to weigh in monthly. A total of 191 participants completed the program, losing a total of 2,491 pounds. The Decatur Health Coalition unites St. Mary's Hospital in Decatur, Illinois, the American Lung Association, Community Health Improvement Center, Decatur Memorial Hospital, Decatur Community Partnership, Heritage Behavioral Health and Macon County Health Department as partners in community outreach and education for people living with COPD. Breathing issues are prevalent in the Decatur area due to the concentration of manufacturing and poor air quality. St. Mary's Hospital has researched and compiled admissions data related to COPD and has increased patient, provider and community education to better coordinate care across the continuum for better patient outcomes. This model for COPD core competencies has been shared as a best practice at the national level to benefit other communities. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, only 12% of adults have "proficient" health literacy, i.e. nine out of 10 adults lack the skills needed to manage their health. Health literacy was identified in the CHNA completed by St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan and the Department of Public Health in FY2012. To begin addressing this need, St. Nicholas Hospital sponsored a symposium for health care providers and social services organizations and a community-wide CME for all Sheboygan physicians as well as staff training as first steps in addressing the health literacy needs of the Sheboygan community. Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire, Wisconsin addressed the need for mental and behavioral health services through The Healing Place. Free grief and holistic support services such as one on one counseling, workshops and presentations are provided for individuals and families dealing with loss and major life transitions due to military service, illness, death, divorce, etc. Expanded Medical Knowledge HSHS works to advance medical knowledge by supporting research initiatives and educational opportunities. In Fiscal Year 2013, HSHS hospitals and affiliated physician groups contributed more than $15.6 million toward research and education. Highlights of this commitment include subsidizing medical school residency programs, offering ongoing medical education to physicians and clinicians, and providing job shadowing programs for high school students. Another example of this commitment includes St. John's College of Nursing in Springfield, Illinois, which offers the last two years of the baccalaureate degree in nursing, as well as continuing education programs for nurses and health professionals. St. John's College has been cited as the oldest Catholic hospital-based school of nursing in the United States. Founded in 1886, the College has remained dedicated throughout its rich history to the education of professional nurses whose practice exemplifies excellence in an integrated health care system. St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Belleville, Illinois provided 83,000 hours of clinical education in nursing, radiology, surgery, respiratory, dietary, physical and occupational therapy, pharmacy and behavioral health to 1,100 students in area undergraduate, graduate and internship programs and 10,206 hours of mentoring. In addition, to address a shortage of Primary Care Family Practice doctors in St. Clair County, St. Elizabeth's subsidized the St. Louis University Family Medicine Residency Program, a unique merger of a community setting, an academic center and a military-based residency. Clinical education sites included St. Elizabeth's, Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, area physicians' offices and Scott Air Force Base outpatient clinics. Also in southern Illinois, St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, hosted members of the Health Occupations Students of America onsite to learn about job opportunities in health care from health care professionals; St. Joseph's Hospital was recently recognized by the Illinois Principals Association - Kaskaskia region for sponsoring the program for more than 30 years. St. Joseph's also provides clinical experience for Kaskaskia College students enrolled in the nursing, physical therapy and radiology programs. Pharmacy students have also completed their clinical training at St. Joseph's Hospital. Higher level of care HSHS's Community Benefit initiatives are a vital part of our overall Mission. We believe that through our work to create greater access to care, better community health, and expanded medical knowledge, we made a positive difference in the lives of tens of thousands of people during Fiscal Year 2013. Hospital Sisters Health System's commitment to Community Benefit stems from the Franciscan and Catholic values shared by our 14,000 colleagues across Wisconsin and Illinois. Catholic health care is committed to promoting and defending human dignity, caring for persons living in poverty and other vulnerable populations, and promoting the common good. We remain dedicated to continuously improve community health through our strategic, well-defined Community Benefit initiatives so that we can help more people live healthier lives. more people live healthier lives.

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Cat. No. 51056K

Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012

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TY 2012 CompensationExplanation

Name:

HSHS SELF INSURANCE TRUST FUND

EIN: 37-1120626

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SISTER MARY ANN MINOR OSF	none

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