At OSF HealthCare we are humbled daily by the inspirational stories of people who follow a passion to help others and positively impact the world around them. These philanthropists are generous visionaries who find joy in giving back. We’re honored to share stories of some of the donors who have touched our hearts and helped our Mission.
First responders receive thousands of medical calls each year. They are first to arrive on the scene to provide emergency assistance. Thanks to the philanthropic spirit of Jay and Christina Akely of Popular Grove, paramedics and emergency medical services (EMS) students will be better equipped in emergency situations. Through the purchase of a new mobile… Continue Reading A Hero to Fellow Responders
The cancer experience is different for every child who goes through it. But for many children, and the families who support them, the medical and psychosocial effects of that experience can linger like a shadow. That is why the Heller Center for Kids with Cancer at OSF HealthCare Children’s Hospital of Illinois has developed THRIVE,… Continue Reading THRIVE beyond the cancer experience
On July 23 in Danville, a happy group of donors, volunteers, caregivers and leaders gathered on the ground floor of OSF Healthcare Sacred Heart Medical Center. They came to witness the official blessing and dedication of the new 3D mammography machine, which has been in use since June 1 and has served nearly 800 women… Continue Reading 3D Mammography in Danville: Better test, less worry for patients
It is rare to find a 16 year old that is passionate about helping others and selflessly serves his or her community but to Ryan Washkowiak of Tilton, Illinois there was no question on the matter when both his grandmother and aunt passed of cancer. “There had to be something we could do for our… Continue Reading A young neighbor’s mission
The Future Faces of Health Care On May 29th past and present Richard S. Kowalski Scholars along with former OSF HealthCare St. Mary Medical Center CEO and President Dick Kowalski were honored. The scholars were celebrated for their academic achievements furthering their ability to better serve OSF HealthCare St. Mary Medical Center (SMMC) and the… Continue Reading Kowalski Scholars Transform Health Care
The Mission of OSF HealthCare is to serve persons with the greatest care and love. As part of the “One OSF Ministry” experience, increasing patient satisfaction has been woven into a transformative health care approach to serve our community better. The patient’s experience consists of minute-by-minute time spent in the hospital at the hands of… Continue Reading THE ONE OSF MINISTRY EXPERIENCE