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Man makes service a lifetime commitment
For his 78 years on this planet, the following themes connect different times in John Summers’ life – volunteerism, service to others and communication.
The expensive decision Jessie made that saved her life
Some people call it their conscience. It’s that voice you can hear in your head occasionally when facing a tough decision. Sometimes we follow the voice’s advice. Other times we do not.
“Independent” woman finds life-saving heart care at Blessing Health
Some people might call her stubborn. Cyndee Lester prefers the word “independent”.
Nurse earns DAISY award for connection made with elderly patient
Hilary Davis, RN, One Day Surgery, became the 54th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award.
Long-time ICU nurse earns two nominations and a DAISY award
Michelle Summy, RN, intensive care unit, became Blessing Hospital’s 107th DAISY award winner during a ceremony on April 17, 2025, for her extraordinary nursing care. She has been an ICU nurse for 37 years and received two nominations leading to her award.
Heart nurse earns latest DAISY award
Ashley Bilgri, RN, Cardiovascular Unit, became the 71st Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on April 25, 2022.
Reservations available for the 2025 Heart Gala
Treating heart disease takes the best people, the best equipment and the Blessing Health Heart Gala.
Illini Community Hospital earns statewide recognition for telehealth leadership
Illini Community Hospital received the Award for Excellence in Telehealth Leadership from the Partnership for a Connected Illinois. The award was presented to Illini and three other healthcare providers from across the state at a luncheon in Chicago on November 18.
Emergency Center nurse earns DAISY Award
Jess Clark, RN, Emergency Center, became the 67th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on December 15, 2021.
DAISY award winner cares for son and mother
Mariah Rice, RN, Women and Children Unit, became the 80th Blessing Hospital nurse to receive the international DAISY Award during a ceremony on January 23, 2023.