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donor | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Meet Adrienne Piazza

When Adrienne Piazza's mother went through cancer treatment, her family could support her close to home. Knowing not everyone is that fortunate, she became a donor and volunteer for the Evelyn D. Reinhart Guest House at Bon Secours St. Mary's, a welcoming respite where families can gather, eat and rest during a loved one's stay.

impact | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Ruth’s Story

Ruth Body always dreamed of becoming a nurse, but the cost felt out of reach. Your gift to Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation helped fund the scholarship that made it possible for her to attend Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing. Today, Ruth is an Emergency Room nurse who draws on her own life experience to bring calm and compassion to every patient she meets.

impact | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Betty’s Story

When Pat O'Donnell was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor, he and his family chose to focus on quality of life. Your gift to The Cullather Quality of Life Center at Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital made music therapy possible, bringing comfort and peace to Pat and his wife Betty through some of the most difficult moments of their lives.

associate donor | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Meet Dr. Anne Marie Tuohy

For pediatrician Dr. Anne Marie Tuohy, giving to the Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation is an extension of her calling. As a donor, she has seen firsthand how Foundation support helps patients bridge the financial gap when they are uninsured, underinsured or between jobs, reinforcing Bon Secours' commitment to the communities it serves.

donor | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Meet Joyce Lanier

Joyce Lanier was raised to give back, and that spirit led her to support the Violence Response Team at Bon Secours Richmond. Forensic nurses and victim advocates meet patients at their most vulnerable, offering medical care, emotional support and connections to resources that can interrupt the cycle of violence.

impact | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Kathy’s Story

For four months, severe depression left Kathy nearly unable to function. Your gift to the Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation helped purchase a van that transported her to regular appointments with her behavioral care team at Bon Secours Rappahannock General Hospital. That consistency in care helped Kathy stabilize, regain control of her health and reclaim her life.

impact | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Steve’s Story

Firefighter Steve Brown had dreamed of the job his whole life. When a workplace injury led to the discovery of a rare, life-threatening brain cyst, Bon Secours Neurosciences stepped in. After surgery and 19 months of recovery, Steve fought his way back. Thanks to donors like you, he is once again living his dream.

impact | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Scott’s Story

Scott was diagnosed with a stenotic aortic valve right before his son’s college baseball team began a championship run. Thanks to your gift to support cardiac services at Bon Secours — St. Mary’s Hospital, Scott’s heart was healed and he got to see his son’s championship.

donor | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Meet Craig Newton

Craig Newton supports the Bon Secours Richmond Health Care Foundation because giving feels personal to him. His gifts often honor people who mean the world to him, including Mabel Sebra, whom he lovingly calls his “second mom.”

impact | Bon Secours — Richmond, VA

Karen Lester’s Story

Karen Lester knows she experienced a terrifying medical emergency when she had a stroke last year. But what she remembers is kindness and dignity. Your support of neurological care at Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital helped Karen recover.

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