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impact | Mercy Health – Paducah, KY

Charlotte Threlkeld’s Story

Charlotte Threlkeld lived with excruciating back pain for years. It was caused by spinal stenosis. At one point, the pain was so severe she needed a wheelchair just to get around. When her surgeon at Mercy Health — Lourdes Hospital recommended a complex back procedure, she braced herself for a long, painful recovery.

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.

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.

impact | Mercy Health – Paducah, KY

Linda Powel’s Story

Undergoing cancer treatment is hard enough. For patients who lose their hair because of it, it can be even more difficult to keep spirits up. Thanks to donor generosity, Linda Powel was able to receive a wig and makeup tips to help her manage through her difficult illness.

impact | Mercy Health – Toledo, OH

Kristin Baldeschwiler’s Story

Nobody has a plan prior to being diagnosed with cancer. It’s usually the farthest thing from anyone’s mind. But thanks to donor support of cancer services in Greater Toledo, Kristin Baldeschwiler was able to receive specialized cancer care from the health care provider she knows and trusts.

donor | Mercy Health – Toledo, OH

Meet Kathy McCarthy

For nearly four decades, Kathy has donated to support the important work that she and her mother saw firsthand as Mercy Health nurses. Now retired, Kathy still gives to support the Foundation.

associate donor | Mercy Health – Lorain, OH

Meet Mara Barnes

As a nurse at Mercy Health — Lorain Hospital, Mara Barnes spent her career caring for others. After retiring in 2022, she’s continued that mission by giving to the Mercy Health Foundation.

impact | Mercy Health – Lorain, OH

Andrew Bajda’s Story

The hearts of the Bajda family were captured by a song. When Andrew Bajda’s mother was in hospice care, Pastor John Jackson sang “You Are My Sunshine.” The sweet melody put a smile on his mother’s face and soothed Andrew’s soul. It was all thanks to donor gifts to support pastoral and spiritual care services.

donor | Mercy Health – Lima, OH

Meet Maria Sanko and Dino Guagenti

Maria Sanko and Dino Guagenti might be cousins, but they are as close as siblings. Not only do they work together at CCR Realty in Lima, but they also share the same philanthropic goals. Both Maria and Dino are loyal donors to the Mercy Health Foundation Greater Lima. Dino sees the impact of their gifts firsthand as a board member.

impact | Mercy Health – Lima, OH

Michelle Barry’s Story

Delivering a baby on Mother’s Day seems like any new mom’s dream scenario. But for Michelle Barry and JC Setty, their first day of motherhood was more like a nightmare. Thankfully, donor gifts were there to save Michelle’s life.

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