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impact | Mercy Health – Toledo, OH

Meghan Russell’s Story

Meghan Russell assumed her eyes were just aging like she was, but thanks to donor support, she was able to discover the truth that saved her sight.

associate impact | Mercy Health – Cincinnati, OH

Dr. Battisti’s Story

Dr. Robert Battisti has been working to establish the first internal medicine residency practice at Mercy Health — Fairfield Hospital for the past two years. His work is paying off, thanks to donor support.

impact | Mercy Health – Cincinnati, OH

Erin’s Story

When Erin Rucker felt a sharp pain near her armpit while stretching at her desk, she brushed it off. Even after feeling a sizable lump, she still delayed making an appointment with her doctor. Donor gifts to support mobile mammography in Cincinnati is the reason Erin’s breast cancer was finally diagnosed and treated.

impact | Mercy Health – Cincinnati, OH

Karima’s Story

Karima Salaam searched high and low for swim lessons for her son Christopher. Thanks to donor support, Karima found the perfect program though Mercy Health.

donor | Mercy Health – Cincinnati, OH

Meet Kathy Dixon

Kathy Dixon is a retired teacher and principal. She donates to the medical education program at Mercy Health — Fairfield Hospital. For her, it is the perfect way to honor the memory of her husband, Steve.

impact | Mercy Health – Cincinnati, OH

Daniel’s Story

Daniel lives in northern Indiana, but he went to Cincinnati for cancer treatment. With your help, patients like him can get the best care without extra costs.

impact | Mercy Health – Cincinnati, OH

Marvin’s Story

Marvin Hundley enjoyed a long and successful career as a quality control professional before corporate downsizing claimed his job and benefits. But you were there for him when he needed you most. Your gift to the Mercy Health Foundation Greater Cincinnati helped him afford his prescription medications.

impact | Mercy Health – Youngstown, OH

Jeffrey Gorrell’s Story

As a cardiac nurse, Jeff Gorrell knows a lot about sleep apnea. It’s common among his patients. And he also knows how serious it can be. Untreated sleep apnea can cause atrial fibrillation (AFib), increase stroke risk and shorten life expectancy. What Jeff didn’t know was that though he was young, slim and didn’t snore, sleep apnea was robbing him of his best life.

impact | Mercy Health – Youngstown, OH

Arthur Williams’ Story

Arthur Williams manages diabetes and high blood pressure by relying on daily medications. Without the generous help donors provide through their gifts, these are medications that he simply could not afford.

donor | Mercy Health – Youngstown, OH

Meet Ellen Ford

Ellen Ford has been a loyal donor to the Mercy Health Foundation — Mahoning Valley for more than 20 years. But her connection to health care goes far beyond. Ellen started her career as a nurse, and found her passion in community health. She and her team established many of the early community health initiatives in the Youngstown area.

Video Stories

Stefanie supports Mercy Health Foundation Lourdes after a lifetime working in health care
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Stefanie supports Mercy Health Foundation Lourdes after a lifetime working in health care
Donor support for Project SEARCH gave Gregory a career in health care, where he shines
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Donor support for Project SEARCH gave Gregory a career in health care, where he shines
Dr. Novosel donates to help his community have great health care
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Dr. Novosel donates to help his community have great health care
Donors allowed Vanessa to receive comprehensive cancer treatment close to home
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Donors allowed Vanessa to receive comprehensive cancer treatment close to home
Diane gives to continue the legacy of her dear friend, Sr. Kathy Green
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Diane gives to continue the legacy of her dear friend, Sr. Kathy Green
Support from donors ensured Emmett got the therapy he needed to start school
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Support from donors ensured Emmett got the therapy he needed to start school
Susan gives to equip her local hospital and empower her rural community
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Susan gives to equip her local hospital and empower her rural community
Donors like you provided the emergency care Christina desperately needed
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Donors like you provided the emergency care Christina desperately needed
Rhonda gives to help continue St. Luke’s important legacy in Toledo
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Rhonda gives to help continue St. Luke’s important legacy in Toledo
Hospice services helped Connie care for her beloved husband Wayne his final days
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Hospice services helped Connie care for her beloved husband Wayne his final days

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