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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 - Taylor Breuer
Donate Life - Taylor Breuer's Story
In my opinion, being an organ or tissue donor is a selfless act that can impact someone's life after I’m no longer on this earth.
I decided to become an organ and tissue donor at the age of 16; I told my mom…
Man says a dose of confidence – along with an exceptional team and robotic assistance - helps with his knee replacement
It happened years ago, but for Buddie Wilson, it’s like it happened yesterday.
With the ribbon cut, Teresa Adams House to open soon
The money has been raised, construction completed and the ceremonial ribbon was cut on December 6.
Get the door, the doctor’s here
Virtual visits allow patients to interact with their health care provider from the safety of their homes, away from the silent, invisible threat of the virus in the outside world. Blessing Health System providers have conducted hundreds of these high-tech visits each business day of the pandemic.
Donate Life - Tracy's Story
"(Organ and tissue donation) truly is a gift of hope."
Donate Life - Tracy Armstrong's Story
Organ and tissue donation has always been so very close to my heart. I do not have a close personal story, but for many years I have…
Centralized Staffing Leader Recognized With "Who's Your Angel?" Award
Ashley Shaffer, Director of Nursing Operations, Centralized Staffing Department, received a Who’s Your Angel nomination from family member Jill Friye. The Blessing Foundation presented the Who’s Your Angel award on March 28.
Donate Life - Valerie Pryor
Donate Life - Valerie Pryor's Story
On August 20, 1995, the story of my brother’s life began. My mother had a tubal ligation and four years later, she found herself pregnant again. My parents each had two girls separately and together had myself.…
Illini Community Hospital recognized for outstanding performance
Illini Community Hospital has been recognized by the Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) as one of the top 10 critical access hospitals in the state for patient satisfaction.