Life and Health

In the heart of La Grande, Oregon, a revolution in health care is underway, thanks in part to the Healthier Together campaign. Launched in 2022 by the Grande Ronde Hospital Foundation, this initiative is poised to bring about a wave of positive changes that will directly benefit the community. Through the Healthier Together campaign, supporters have the opportunity to make a profound difference in our local health care.

Here is how:

1. Swift surgical solutions. The cornerstone of the Healthier Together campaign is the expansion of operating rooms at the Hospital. This investment in facilities, tools, processes and people is set to revolutionize surgical procedures and drastically reduce wait times.
2. State-of-the-art capabilities. The new hospital wing will not only feature expanded operating rooms, but will also house the latest in medical technology.
3. Room for future growth. By supporting the construction of the new hospital wing, donors are creating the foundation for future growth.
4. Elevated specialized services. In addition to bolstering surgical capabilities, the Healthier Together campaign will enable GRH to offer an even broader range of specialized services.

The Healthier Together campaign is more than a fundraising effort; it is a commitment to the well-being of the community. It is a promise of enhanced health care; improved access to critical services; and a brighter, healthier future for all. By supporting this campaign, you can actively shape the landscape of health care in La Grande, Oregon.

GRH Foundation golf scramble drives home success

The Grande Ronde Hospital Foundation held its annual golf scramble on Saturday, Sept. 9, at the La Grande Country Club.

The event hosted 62 golfers to support the Foundation's Healthier Together campaign, which is supporting projects like the Campus Expansion Project, which will house an entirely new and expanded surgical center.

In all, four teams led the field:

• Chad Messerly, John Hancock, John Messerly and John Whitmore won the top gross spot with a score of 48.
• Clint Williams, Monte Williams, Michelle Bell and Beau Willadsen took home second place with a gross score of 54.
• Philip Haney, Rollie Marshall and George Mendoza walked away with the best net score of 49.5.
• Clover Royes, Arlee Anderson, Sarah Evans and Derek Zickgraf claimed the second-best net score with 52.

The Foundation would like to thank all of the sponsors, especially our title sponsors Pepsi La Grande and Tri County Equipment, players and volunteers!

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