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donor | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Meet Sheila Rice Henry

When Sheila Rice Henry was 18, a simple sign on a Springfield street sparked a lifelong commitment to giving. Now 71, she continues to support Mercy Health Foundation Clark and Champaign Counties because she believes in its leadership, its community outreach and its mission to care for the people she loves.

associate impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Chris’s Story

Physical therapist Chris Kusmierczyk takes pride in helping patients accomplish more than they thought possible. Your gift funded the new Acute Rehabilitation Center at Mercy Health Springfield, complete with adaptive equipment and real life spaces that prepare patients to return to their communities.

impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Meet the Moore’s

Jane and Garry Moore had lived with debilitating knee arthritis for years. A chance discovery during Garry's cancer treatment introduced them to low dose radiation therapy, available at Mercy Health Springfield Regional Medical Center thanks to your gift. The treatment was life changing for both of them, and now they are back to living active, pain free lives.

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Jeff’s Story

The Men’s Health Expo brings awareness for men to pause, learn and care for their whole selves — mind, body and spirit. The event runs even deeper for Jeff, founder of The Gathering of the Miami Valley.

impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Catherine’s Story

After four weeks in the swing bed unit, Catherine is now back home. Her recovery continues and she is grateful for the love and support her children provide. And she is thankful for your gift to support the swing bed unit that helped her recover.

donor | Mercy Health — Springfield, OH

Meet Ray Branstiter

As chaplain at Mercy Health Urbana Hospital, and pastor at Messiah Lutheran Church, Ray Branstiter knows the importance of giving. He gives to others as part of his mission. And, he gives to provide quality health care to his community.

donor | Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation

Meet Buddy Wilton

Gratitude inspires E. Carlton “Buddy” Wilton, Jr. to give to the Foundation. And over the years he has learned a few tricks to maximize his generosity to have the greatest impact. Learn more about how Buddy uses several ways to donate, now and in the future.

donor | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Meet Sandy Chinn and Michael Reid

Sandy Chinn recently retired after a four-decade career in health care. But she hasn’t stopped making an impact in her community. Sandy is still committed to making life better for others. That’s why she joined the Foundation board.

associate donor | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Meet Teresa Music

Teresa Music is the manager for Mercy Health’s Community Medication Assistance Program. She sees how vital care services are to the community. Donor support of programs like Meds to Beds help provide medications to patients in need.

impact | Mercy Health – Springfield, OH

Carol McCoy’s Story

It was a routine annual mammogram for Carol McCoy. Until the results came back with a cancer diagnosis. Then it wasn’t routine at all. Carol was facing a stressful diagnosis with treatment options including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. Thanks to donor support, Carol had a sense of calm. Their gifts to the Karen Teusink Integrated Breast Center at the Mercy Health — Springfield Regional Cancer Center meant Carol had a place that was dedicated to her care.

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