Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
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| (i) Name of supported organization | (ii) EIN | (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 10 above (see instructions)) | (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? | (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) | (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions) | |
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(a) 2018 | (b) 2019 | (c) 2020 | (d) 2021 | (e) 2022 | (f) Total | |
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| 1 | Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grant.") .. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
Calendar year
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(a) 2018 | (b) 2019 | (c) 2020 | (d) 2021 | (e) 2022 | (f) Total | |
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| 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 VI.).. | ||||||
| 11 | Total support. Add lines 7 through 10 | ||||||
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(a) 2018 | (b) 2019 | (c) 2020 | (d) 2021 | (e) 2022 | (f) Total | |
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| 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.) | ||||||
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(a) 2018 | (b) 2019 | (c) 2020 | (d) 2021 | (e) 2022 | (f) Total | |
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| 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 on 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 VI.) .. | ||||||
| 13 | Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. | ||||||
| Section A - Adjusted Net Income | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Net short-term capital gain | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Other gross income (see instructions) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Add lines 1 through 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Depreciation and depletion | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Other expenses (see instructions) | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) | 8 | ||||
| Section B - Minimum Asset Amount | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): | 1 | ||||
| a | Average monthly value of securities | 1a | ||||
| b | Average monthly cash balances | 1b | ||||
| c | Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets | 1c | ||||
| d | Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) | 1d | ||||
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Discount claimed for blockage or other factors (explain in detail in Part VI): |
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| 2 | Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Subtract line 2 from line 1d | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 0.015 of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Multiply line 5 by 0.035 | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) | 8 | ||||
| Section C - Distributable Amount | Current Year | |||||
| 1 | Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Enter 85% of line 1 | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Income tax imposed in prior year | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| Section D - Distributions | Current Year | |
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| 1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes | 1 | |
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Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in excess of income from activity |
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| 3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations | 3 | |
| 4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets | 4 | |
| 5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required - provide details in Part VI) | 5 | |
| 6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions | 6 | |
| 7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. | 7 | |
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Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide details in Part VI). See instructions |
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| 9 Distributable amount for 2022 from Section C, line 6 | 9 | |
| 10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount | 10 | |
| Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) |
(i) Excess Distributions |
(ii) Underdistributions Pre-2022 |
(iii) Distributable Amount for 2022 |
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| 1 Distributable amount for 2022 from Section C, line 6 | ||||
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Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2022 (reasonable cause required-- explain in Part VI).
See instructions. |
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| 3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2022: | ||||
| a From 2017....... | ||||
| b From 2018....... | ||||
| c From 2019....... | ||||
| d From 2020....... | ||||
| e From 2021....... | ||||
| fTotal of lines 3a through e | ||||
| g Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| h Applied to 2022 distributable amount | ||||
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Carryover from 2017 not applied (see instructions) |
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| j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from line 3f. | ||||
| 4Distributions for 2022 from Section D, line 7: | ||||
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| a Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| b Applied to 2022 distributable amount | ||||
| c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from line 4. | ||||
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Remaining underdistributions for years prior to 2022, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2. If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions. |
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Remaining underdistributions for 2022. Subtract lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions. |
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7 Excess distributions carryover to 2023. Add lines 3j and 4c. |
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| 8 Breakdown of line 7: | ||||
| a Excess from 2018..... | ||||
| b Excess from 2019..... | ||||
| c Excess from 2020..... | ||||
| d Excess from 2021..... | ||||
| e Excess from 2022..... | ||||
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| Software ID: | 22015553 |
| Software Version: | 2022v5.0 |
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
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| Form 990, Part III, Line 4d | OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Our Climate Health PledgeHow can we Improve our Planets Health?We know that climate change can translate into poorer health outcomes for people across the planet and right here in Maine. To create a healthier environment for everyone, Northern Light Health has pledged to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent by 2030, and to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In 2021, we began to gather data on things like direct emissions related to our use of heating fuels, vehicles, and even anesthetic gases.We also looked at indirect emissions from our electricity usage. Weve converted to electric vehicles, built more energy efficient hospitals, and began outsourcing our electricity from more renewable sources. In year one of our pledge, weve already reduced our greenhouse gas emissions by more than ten percent! We know there is a long way to go, but were pleased that we are off to such a positive start!We have some exciting new projects planned for 2024 including improvements to our supply chain, a food waste program, and a new podcast series on climate sustainability.To learn more, visit Northernlighthealth.org/SustainabilityHOW ARE YOUSHARING YOUR CULTURE?A Journey of Nursing and NourishingIts just before 9 am when Hope Moneke and one of her daughters arrive in Veazie, a suburb of Bangor, to start cooking for their restaurant where they serve delicious African cuisine each Friday through a shared kitchen arrangement. Moneke and her family made the life-changing decision to move to Maine a decade ago, seeking new opportunities and a better life. With an innate desire to help people, Moneke went to school and became a nurse, something that was not easily accessible to her in Nigeria.Now, she works on a busy cardiac floor at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. Little did Moneke know that her journey would lead to the creation of a unique blend of cultures, where her roles as a nurse and a chef would intertwine to bring joy, comfort, and a taste of home to her new community. Like many new Mainers, Moneke and her family missed the food and flavors of home. This became an opportunity for Moneke to pursue her other great passion: cooking. Growing up in Nigeria, she had honed her culinary skills, and now she had the chance to share her culture through food. Monekes flexible nursing schedule allows her to dedicate time to both her patients and her restaurant. She works three days a week at the medical center, where she finds immense fulfillment caring for patients. This role as a nurse is not just a job for Moneke; its a calling.Monekes face lights up when she describes the joy she finds in patient care and how her culinary artistry is an extension of her nurturing spirit as a nurse. I feel a deep sense of accomplishment in caring for my patients, and then being able to share my culture with this community through food, says Moneke.For Moneke, both her roles, nurse, and chef, are intertwined. She is a healer in both settings and finds great satisfaction in serving and making a difference in peoples lives.Her gift is not just about the food she serves; its about the connections she creates and the joy she brings to those whose lives she touches. Her story is a reminder that no matter where we come from, we all share the common human experience of wanting to make a difference and finding fulfillment on our journeys. Moneke has achieved just that, with a warm smile and a plate full of delicious African cuisine.People come here, and they tell me my food is delicious, and thatmakes me very happy, says Moneke. I feel so proud of myself that I accomplished this, and I get to make a difference in peoples lives, that is the most important thing.HOW ARE YOURSTUDIES GOING?Bringing Education to Rural CommunitiesRural hospitals play a vital role in providing essential medical services to underserved communities. However, these hospitals often face significant challenges in recruiting and retaining nurses. To understand the transformative power of innovative programs designed to attract and keep nursing talent in rural areas, look no further than the inspiring story of Danielle Craig, RN, Northern Light Mayo Hospital.Craig represents the heart and soul of rural healthcare in Maine. Her remarkable journey into the nursing profession and her unwavering commitment to serving her community highlight the positive effects of programs designed to recruit and retain nurses to rural Maine.As the mother of six children, Craig faced a unique set of challenges when considering a career in nursing. The need to balance her familys well-being with her professional aspirations was a significant concern. Rural living often comes with lengthy commutes to educational institutions and healthcare facilities, making it difficult for individuals like Craig, with a growing family, to pursue their dreams.Craigs journey took a fateful turn when she stumbled upon an ad in the Piscataquis Observer for a nursing program in Dover-Foxcroft and a distance learning program offered by Eastern Maine Community College (EMCC) in Bangor, a unique program bringing education closer to home for rural residents. EMCC held the classes at the Piscataquis County Technical Center in Dover-Foxcroft. Craig recalls, I had children at home, so less time on the road meant more time with them outside of class and less need for childcare.The programs innovative approach included video conferences, allowing students to access the same instructors and the same classes available on campus, and dedicated in-classroom support from nursing professionals like Nikki Chadwick, RN, MSN, CPHQ, vice president of Quality and Education, Northern Light Mayo Hospital, who played an integral role in Craigs journey. Craig recalls, We had Nikki in the classroom to help support us, answer any questions we had, and she took us to our clinicals right in town at Mayo Hospital.For Craig, this educational opportunity was not only life-changing but also transformative for her family. She emphasizes, Before I became a nurse, we were a one-income family with six children. By providing access to education to rural communities, youre bringing those families up, and that will bring the entire community up.Umbrella Sky ProjectAre you inspired?Art inspires imagination and wonder. It takes us to new places and makes us feel curious and excited. The Umbrella Sky Project, sponsored by Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, inspired by Mary Poppins, is an outdoor art exhibit installed around the world that took over downtown Bangor in summer 2023. The display of whimsy, exuberance, energy, and maybe a little bit of protection from the rain and sun came to Cross Street, the corridor between Main Street and Columbia Street. If you missed it, dont worry; the installation returns in summer 2024. Be sure to come visit and when we ask, How are you? we hope you will reply, Practically perfect in every way!HOW ARE YOUPUTTING YOUR HEALTH FIRST?Assembling the Puzzle:Integrated Womens HealthIn todays fast-paced world, women often find themselves juggling a multitude of responsibilities, from caring for family to excelling in the workplace. Amidst this balancing act, the importance of their own health often takes a back seat. Fortunately, healthcare providers like Behnoosh Dashti, MD and Danielle Agrella, WHNP, of Northern Light Womens Health, recognize this challenge and are offering a holistic approach to womens health.The concept centers around an integrated care setting, one that combines primary care and obstetrics/gynecology services in a seamless and convenient way: essential healthcare components under one roof, delivering a unique and cohesive healthcare experience.Dr. Dashti compares it to assembling pieces of a puzzle. We make sure that all pieces are beside each other in the same frame. I think the clinic could be seen as a frame that brings all the pieces of the puzzle of healthcare together for women all in the same place.The Womens Health Center is conveniently located within Northern Light AR Gould Hospital. Dr. Dashti points out, If they need blood tests or imaging, we can arrange that at the hospital, in some cases even on the same day. This minimizes the need for patients to travel for different tests and procedures, making care accessible and efficient.The advantages are even more apparent when considering the rural setting of Maine. Harsh winter weather can hinder travel. Patients no longer need to brave challenging conditions to access healthcare services scattered across town. Instead, they can find the care they need all in one place, says Agrella.This care model goes beyond just providing healthcare services; it empowers women to make themselves a priority. It serves as a reminder to all to place their health first so that they are better equipped to face the demands of life, for themselves and for those they love. Highlighting the importance of patient-centered care and the profound |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 | George Eaton, officer is board member of Bangor Savings Bank and Susan Hammond, board member is board member of Bangor Savings Bank Foundation.Jenifer Butler, officer/board member and John Simpson, officer are board members of Sarah's House of Maine. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 | Eastern Maine Medical Center d/b/a Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center (the "Corporation") is a Maine nonprofit corporation. Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems d/b/a Northern Light Health ("NLH"), also a Maine nonprofit corporation, is the sole voting corporate member of the Corporation. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a | Each year at their annual meeting, the directors elect replacements for those directors whose terms are expiring Election of directors is subject to ratification by the NLH Board of Directors. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b | The NLH President has authority to appoint and remove the SVP, President of the Corporation. NLH also has joint and superior authority to approve, disapprove or initiate action with respect to the following matters: I. amendments to the corporations Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws;II. changes in legal form of organization of the Corporation;III. election of the Directors/Trustees of the Corporation;IV. action concerning the Corporations operating budget and capital expenditures;V. the Corporations acquisition of assets or assumption of liabilities of an unaffiliated third party;VI. transfer of 5% or more of the assets of the Corporation;VII. financing transactions concerning the Corporation; VIII. merger, consolidation, sale, lease, mortgage, pledge or other disposition of all or substantially all assets of the Corporation; IX. add or revise a health care service of the Corporation;X. discontinue or close a health care service of the Corporation;XI. action concerning the Corporations role in the NLH Strategic Plan;XII. action concerning the Corporations participation in key strategic affiliations with third parties not affiliated with NLH; andXIII. dissolution of the Corporation. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b | Form 990 is reviewed by the VP of Finance. It is also provided to each board member either electronically or in hard copy with an opportunity to ask questions prior to filing with the IRS. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c | The organization requests updates of potential conflicts and relationships from the officers and Board members on an annual basis. The request requires disclosure of all business relationships, board memberships, and family relationships. A database is maintained that is compared to payroll records and the accounts payable vendor list to identify any potential conflicts of interest. Transactions are reviewed for reasonableness as an arm's length transaction. The first agenda item for board meetings and board committee meetings is for members to declare any conflict of interest with upcoming agenda items or deliberations. At any point when consideration is being given to purchase/contract with a party in interest, the member with the conflict is either excused from the discussion and consideration process or abstains from voting on the matter. All transactions identified with parties in interest are disclosed within the Form 990. All are deemed to be arm's length transactions. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a | The SVP, President of Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center and the system Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who serves on the board ex-officio are employed by the system parent, Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems d/b/a Northern Light Health (NLH). The NLH Executive Performance Management Committee (the Committee) is responsible to monitor and evaluate the performance of the NLH CEO. It shall have authority to set the compensation of the NLH CEO, and to review the recommendations of the NLH CEO with respect to the compensation of the Presidents of the Member Organizations and other key management personnel. The Committee is comprised entirely of independent Directors per NLH bylaws.Process:The Committee meets regularly throughout the fiscal year at the discretion of the Committee chair as well as on call of the Chair of the NLH board. In carrying out its duties pursuant to the Bylaws, the Committee:- Assures that the executive compensation program is administered in a manner consistent with the NLH executive compensation philosophy.- Reviews and updates the NLH executive compensation philosophy which serves as the foundation on which all current and future executive compensation decisions are made.- Assures that value of compensation provided by NLH does not exceed the value of services provided by the executive.- Reviews annual incentive compensation criteria for eligible executives, as defined by the NLH CEO.- Reviews periodic compensation survey information and provides expert input to proposed changes to the executive compensation program.- Assures that a formal and timely performance management system is in place for executives.- Reviews incentive compensation criteria scoring and associated pay schedules for officers and key employees.- Provides any public statements regarding executive compensation practices at NLH deemed appropriate.- Maintains minutes of the meetings and communicates actions to the NLH Board of Directors.To accomplish this, the committee uses an external consultant with access to comparative data from independent sources and include national as well as regional data points. The NLH CEO reviews all direct report compensation actions with the committee. In addition, the NLH CEO ensures that any subsidiary policies and practices governing executive compensation are consistent with the committee's philosophy and practices statement. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b | Compensation of other officers and key employees of the organization is established by the Human Resources department who utilize external market research to establish compensation ranges for specific positions. The compensation of officers and key employees are reviewed by the system CEO and EMMC Executive & Finance committee. On an annual basis, the compensation ranges are compared to the updated survey information. The hiring manager will determine where the employee will fall within the ranges established by the Human Resources department based on experience and credentials. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 | Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy and financial statements available to the public upon request. |
| Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 | Net Change in Funds Held at Affiliates = $861492 |
| Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 | Post Retirement Health Benefit FAS158 = $8182931 |
| Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 | Transfers to Exempt Subsidiary-NLH Foundation = -$525216 |
| Part IX, Statement of Functional Expenses, Line 24 | The unrelated business income taxes accrued during the tax year of $53,573 is reported in Part IX, Statement of Functional Expenses, line 24b as a component of Taxes and Licensing. |
| Software ID: | 22015553 |
| Software Version: | 2022v5.0 |