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donor | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Meet Ethan Moore

For Ethan Moore, supporting the Greatest Needs Fund is an investment in the future of rural health care. As a board member and monthly donor, he gives because local hospitals are lifelines for people who depend on them. A late night emergency showed him firsthand the kindness and compassion his gifts help make possible.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Betty’s Story

After the sudden loss of her husband, Betty Griffin's health declined rapidly. What began as routine physical therapy became something far more meaningful when your gift helped connect her to grief support, additional medical evaluation and collaborative care that ultimately saved her health, her independence and her sense of purpose.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Jena’s Story

Jena Combs' recovery was about more than overcoming addiction. It was about rediscovering confidence, reconnecting with family and finding purpose again. Your gift to the Journey Back Court Program gave her the encouragement and community she needed to not just become sober, but to truly live sober and eventually help others begin their own recovery journeys.

donor | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Meet Justin Dixon

For Justin Dixon, supporting Mercy Health Foundation is an extension of a lifelong commitment to his community. As a four-term board member, current chair, regional bank president, and local business owner, Justin understands what it means to invest locally. He gives annually because he knows that a quality hospital close to home is something easy to take for granted until you need it. For Justin, every dollar donated is a step toward a stronger, healthier community where families, neighbors and coworkers all benefit.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Connie’s Story

For Connie Glasson, Mercy Health Marcum and Wallace Hospital is more than a health care facility. It is a lifeline. As the mother of two special needs children who depend on regular physical, occupational and speech therapy, and as a patient herself, Connie knows firsthand how much it matters to have quality rehabilitation services close to home. Because of your generosity, the Glasson family has never had to wonder how far they would have to travel or how many appointments they might have to skip. That peace of mind is your gift to them.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Jane’s Story

After months of hospitalization, the loss of her husband, and a battle with depression that left her feeling isolated and alone, Jane Jones didn't know how to move forward. Your generosity made the difference. Through Senior Life Solutions at Mercy Health Marcum and Wallace Hospital, Jane found transportation to group sessions, coping strategies, and a community that helped her rediscover life. Today she is painting again, reading again, and attending local festivals she once thought were out of reach.

donor | Mercy Health — Irvine, KY

Meet Darrell and Jennifer Billings

Darrell and Jennifer Billings support the Mercy Health Foundation Irvine to strengthen their community. As the owners of Tanner Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram in Stanton, they know a healthy community is a successful one.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Ashley’s Story

Our community has access to advanced tools like the FibroScan because of your generosity. That means patients like Ashley can be tested for liver disease more easily, and with greater peace of mind.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Thomas’s Story

When Tom Bonny went into surgery in 2024, he expected doctors to repair a heart murmur. Instead, he woke to the news that his heart needed far more care than anyone realized. He’d needed three bypasses and a valve repair. Your gift helped him recover.

impact | Mercy Health – Irvine, KY

Estine Tipton’s Story

As a member of the hospital auxiliary, Estine Tipton is passionate about the care Mercy Health — Marcum and Wallace Hospital provides. She’s especially grateful for the outpatient infusion clinic donors support with their gifts.

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