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Applications available for 2018 health care career scholarships

GRUNDY CENTER - The Grundy County Memorial Hospital Foundation is accepting applications for its Health Care Career Scholarships, which are available to local students who are currently enrolled in a health care program. Students who graduated from high school or currently reside in the GCMH ...

Cedar Valley Hospice hosts Rio themed fundraiser with the Brazilian 2wins

On Friday, April 13, Cedar Valley Hospice will host its spring fundraiser, Rio Nights, Parade Your Passion for Cedar Valley Hospice.Mark your calendars and make plans to celebrate and samba at this casual, themed event to raise money for the compassionate programs and services of Cedar Valley ...

NAMI offers free class for families of youth with mental health conditions

NAMI Basics is a free six-week class for family members and family caregivers of children who have mental health disorders or symptoms but no diagnosis. The class will meet weekly from 6 to 8:30 p.m. starting Thursday, April 12 through May 17. It will be at the First Congregational Church, 608 ...

Blood donors earn gratitude, cool gear

When a blood donor makes a lifesaving donation with LifeServe Blood Center, they're not just receiving the immediate gratification of saving three local lives. LifeServe Blood Center blood donors earn online store points for each unit of blood donated. From t-shirts to hats, blankets and ...

GCMH Foundation Gala

The community showed overwhelming support at the Grundy County Memorial Hospital Foundation's Gala where over $56,000 was raised! An evening highlight was when GCMH CEO Jennifer Havens shared that 25% of the hospital's Emergency Department patients are there for cardiac reasons. Jennifer asked ...

GR High School and community blood drive March 2

Reinbeck - Many people want to give back to the community but may not have a lot of time to volunteer. In only about an hour, volunteer blood donors can help save lives and feel instant gratification.The community is invited to give back and help save lives by donating blood on Friday, March 2 ...

Grundy hospital offers free heart health screening at Reinbeck Library

With February's designation as Heart Health month, it's the perfect time for community members to take advantage of free heart health screening offered in Reinbeck.A nurse and dietitian from Grundy County Memorial Hospital's wellness team will be at the Reinbeck Public Library from 7:00 a.m. to ...

Public invited to Walk with a Doc on Feb. 7

GRUNDY CENTER - Everyone is invited to take a step toward better health by joining a 'Walk with a Doc' walk in 2018. The program, sponsored locally by Grundy County Memorial Hospital and physician Dr. Eric Neverman, is part of a national movement that pairs physicians with members of their ...

Channel 13 meteorologist Ed Wilson headlines hospital fundraiser

GRUNDY CENTER, Iowa A sunny forecast is in the works for the eleventh annual Gala & Auction to benefit the Grundy County Memorial Hospital Foundation. Grundy Center native and WHO TV meteorologist Ed Wilson will emcee the Saturday, February 3 event at the Grundy Center Community ...

Annual health screening event set for Jan. 6

GRUNDY CENTER - Today's health guidelines often mention the advice to "Know Your Numbers." The annual Grundy County Health Screening event sponsored by the Grundy Center Wellness committee will give community members a chance to learn their key numbers for good health while learning about other ...