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Mercy Health Foundation Quality, life-saving health care close to home. It's just the beginning of our donors' impact at Merc

What began as routine physical therapy became something far more meaningful for Betty Griffin. Because of donor support,...
10/20/2026

What began as routine physical therapy became something far more meaningful for Betty Griffin. Because of donor support, Betty’s care team was able to look beyond her symptoms. As a result, she was connected to additional services. These services restored her health, independence and sense of purpose.

After the sudden loss of her husband, Betty’s health declined quickly. She grew weaker, experienced stroke-like symptoms and struggled to progress in therapy. Betty’s physical therapist connected her with Senior Life Solutions to help her through her grief. She also encouraged Betty to seek additional medical evaluation. That collaboration led to the discovery that Betty was having a severe reaction to her medication. Within days of changing her treatment, she began to regain her strength.

“I feel like I’ve literally been given a second chance,” Betty says. “I’ve got my strength back, my memory back and my life back.”

Donor generosity makes comprehensive, compassionate care possible in Irvine. The programs Betty relied on, from physical therapy to mental health services and medical expertise, worked together to help her regain her health.

Learn how you can support compassionate health care in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3QcUw55

Kari Taylor is Executive Director of Lima’s Mission of Hope. She recognizes a shared commitment to faith, service and in...
10/12/2026

Kari Taylor is Executive Director of Lima’s Mission of Hope. She recognizes a shared commitment to faith, service and integrity from Mercy Health Foundation Greater Lima. That is why she chose to become a donor.

“I deeply appreciate the foundational faith values of Mercy Health. I appreciate their consistent desire to remain true to biblical truth and service,” Kari says. “The Foundation’s intentionality in meeting needs and investing in the health of our community builds trust in giving.”

Kari knows there are needs she could never meet on her own.

“We believe our donation to the Foundation will make an impact on someone who otherwise might not have access to what they need.”

Kari appreciates the Foundation’s transparency in reporting outcomes. She enjoys learning the stories of the people who are helped because of donor support.

“You feel like you are part of something meaningful. Something that is much bigger than yourself,” she says. “You want to be a part of their mission!”

Learn how you can join the health care mission in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3UcSvXA

Like many women, Tina Smith has often put the needs of others ahead of her own. Now, at 66, she’s putting her health fir...
10/09/2026

Like many women, Tina Smith has often put the needs of others ahead of her own. Now, at 66, she’s putting her health first. And donors are helping her do it.

A heart attack brought Tina to cardiac rehab at Mercy Health — St. Charles Hospital. There, donor gifts to support the Heart Care Fund at Mercy Health Foundation — Greater Toledo is helping her feel better in every way.

“When I first went in, I was so scared I wouldn’t be able to do it,” Tina says. “The nurses are wonderful. They’re helpful and encouraging. They are right there with you.”

In addition to physical therapy, donor gifts support nutrition classes that have already paid dividends for Tina. Her doctors have reduced her blood pressure medications by half.

“We’re learning to make our hearts stronger,” Tina says. “How to read labels and the right kinds of foods to eat, and all the different exercises to do. And how to have a healthy mindset and deal with our fears. The people in that classroom are like family. I love it.”

Learn how you can support heart health in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/44cgNWv

David and Ginnie Estrop believe in giving back while helping move their community forward. That’s why they support Mercy...
10/07/2026

David and Ginnie Estrop believe in giving back while helping move their community forward. That’s why they support Mercy Health Foundation Clark & Champaign Counties.

“There are people who help move things forward,” says David. “And I would like to hope that Ginnie and I are doing that with our gifts, particularly around health care.”

Over the years, they have seen Mercy Health improve access to care in their community. They also know that progress only continues because of generous support. Through their gifts, they are helping the Foundation meet new challenges and seize new opportunities. That commitment has become even more important to them as they get older.

“One of the reasons we moved to Ohio was the excellent health care,” he says.

They also appreciate the way Mercy Health works alongside other organizations to provide the best possible care.

“All of that speaks loudly to us as to why they deserve, and receive, our support. Partnering is critical and they know how to do that.”

Learn how you can support health care in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/4aLytL1

A quick stop at a mobile mammography screening event became a lifesaver for Kendra Strickland. She received a mammogram ...
10/05/2026

A quick stop at a mobile mammography screening event became a lifesaver for Kendra Strickland. She received a mammogram inside the mobile van, made possible by donors like you. That screening revealed breast cancer. Kendra believes the early diagnosis saved her life.

“Breast Birthday Ever” began after a local doctor, Dr. Alaba Robinson, was diagnosed with breast cancer on her birthday. She started the event to encourage women to get screened. Each year, Mercy Health’s mobile mammography vans bring care closer to home. They make screenings easy, comfortable and welcoming.

“Five minutes changed my life,” she says. “If I hadn’t gotten that screening, I honestly don’t know if I’d still be here.”

Learn how you can support screenings that save lives in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3wdFCEF

Alma Valdivia Saldana is a stay-at-home mom with a growing family. She recently welcomed a new baby. Donor support is gi...
10/02/2026

Alma Valdivia Saldana is a stay-at-home mom with a growing family. She recently welcomed a new baby. Donor support is giving them a way to relax and bond that she otherwise would not have. Donor gifts to Mercy Health Foundation Lorain contributes to parental support programs like Rock N’ Read.

The goal of the Rock N’ Read program is to help build stronger families in Lorain. The program is simple and effective. Qualifying families receive a rocking chair and collection of books with the understanding that they will be used together to encourage them to slow down, connect and grow together.

“My husband works, and I stay home with the children, so we are a single income family,” says Alma. “We would not have been able to afford any of this on our own.”

Learn how you can support healthy families in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3U8H1Vc

After a hospital stay, Juan Scott had nowhere safe to recover. Thanks to donors, he found a place to heal through Respit...
09/30/2026

After a hospital stay, Juan Scott had nowhere safe to recover. Thanks to donors, he found a place to heal through Respite of Hope, a program offered in collaboration with Catholic Charities Regional Agency. The program provides temporary housing and supportive services for people recovering from illness or injury. For Juan, donor gifts provided stability, hope and a path forward during a critical time in his recovery.

“I never knew there was a place like this,” he says. “It’s warm, inviting and truly helpful.”

Juan lost his apartment after rising costs made it unaffordable. Trying to make it on his own, he slept in his car through the winter months. Over time, the harsh conditions took a serious toll on his health. He eventually developed dangerous blood clots that led to a hospital stay.

When he was discharged from the hospital, Juan had nowhere to go. A hospital caseworker connected him with Respite of Hope. There, he found stability, support and guidance during a difficult time in his life.

“Places like this really do help people get back on their feet,” he says. “I’m grateful there are people willing to make something like this possible.”

Learn how you can support compassionate care for all in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/44c8pWF

09/28/2026

As a faith-based health care ministry, Mercy Health embraces the power of spiritual healing. It is present in all aspects of operations. Thanks to our donors, the same care and compassion delivered to patients is provided to Mercy Health associates to keep them at their best. Tea for the Soul is one example of how spiritual care is ever-present at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center. Led by Chaplain Scott Long and fully funded by donors, the program is a simple and effective way to care for those who care for others.

Learn how you can support health care in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3UcSvXA

Jena Combs’ recovery was about more than overcoming addiction. It was about rediscovering her confidence. It was about r...
09/25/2026

Jena Combs’ recovery was about more than overcoming addiction. It was about rediscovering her confidence. It was about reconnecting with her family. It was about finding purpose again. Donor gifts to support the Journey Back Court Program gave Jena encouragement, accountability and a community of support.

“Recovery is real,” Jena says. “This program showed me that life can get better and that there’s hope on the other side of addiction.”

Jena learned that she didn’t merely want to re-enter society. She wanted to become part of the solution to addiction. That’s why she earned her peer support specialist certification She is now helping others beginning their own recovery journeys.

“This program brought me out of the darkness into happiness,” Jena says. “The support people give truly changes lives.”

Learn how you can support life changing care in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3QcUw55

Dr. James Anthony knows a thing or two about Mercy Health residency programs. He understands the impact they have on you...
09/23/2026

Dr. James Anthony knows a thing or two about Mercy Health residency programs. He understands the impact they have on young physicians. He’s a prime example, having been trained in one himself.

That’s why he and his wife Lynne made a transformative gift to the Mercy Health Foundation Lorain to support graduate medical education.

“The key for us was to promote a project that assists Mercy Health to provide high quality care,” Dr. Anthony says. “I couldn’t think of a more worthy endeavor than to support the training of new physicians in Lorain County.”

The result is the Anthony Center for Graduate Medical Education. Its benefit to the community will be felt for generations. More and more physicians will seek to continue their education in Lorain.

“We were looking for a project that fits our goals of supporting great health care,” says Lynne. “Mercy Health Lorain’s graduate training program is an excellent way to do this. We are trying to embody Mercy’s mission with this gift.”

Learn how you can support the future of health care in your community by visiting https://bit.ly/3U8H1Vc

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Blue Ash, OH
45242

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