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Illini Hospital Redirector
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After a decade of suffering, Baylis man celebrates a second chance at life
On April 5, 2025, Rev. Gary Dice will celebrate one year with his transplanted heart. He is thankful to God, to his family and friends, to the many members of his medical team and to someone he does not yet know, the individual - and their loved ones - who donated the heart that gave him his second chance at life.
Support Groups
We encourage you to contact support group organizers in advance if you have questions.Addiction/Substance AbuseAddicts VictoriousMeets each Tuesday from 7-8 p.m. at Horizons in Quincy (224 S. 8th). The Women's Group meets each Thursday from 4-5…
Visitor Badge Process
For Safety's Sake: Registration Process for Hospital Visitors
For the safety of our patients, visitors and staff, Blessing Health System has implemented a visitor registration process at Blessing Hospital* and Illini Community Hospital. Visitors…
Donate Life - Hannah Lotz
Donate Life - Hannah Lotz' Story
I’ve been a registered donor since I first received my driver’s license. I made sure my family knew my wishes and even though my parents didn’t agree with my view, they agreed. Thankfully, they were never put in a…
Provider Opportunities
Experience the Blessing Difference
Blessing Health System strives to meet the healthcare needs of our community and surrounding areas. Our providers are part of a well supported team dedicated to the success of our patients. Physician and advanced…
Donate Life - Jessica's Story
Donate Life - Jessica Colon's Story
"His story is the reason I say 'yes' to organ donation."
Recently, my grandmother posted on Facebook. Now, this may seem insignificant simply because my grandmother posts on Facebook all the…
Donate Life - Shari Edwards
Donate Life - Shari Edwards' Story
My husband and father of three, Martin Edwards, died following a cardiac event/auto accident at the age of 55. We made the decision to donate his bones, tissues, skin, and corneas. To date, 64…
Donate Life - Jessie Stoops
Donate Life - Jessie Stoops' Story
"I believe it is so important to be an organ donor because sometimes the person who needs your help is someone you love. In 2019, my baby brother needed a kidney transplant at 29 years old. I was fortunate…