Blessing Foundation Blog

Kala Breder calls Blessing Obstetrics Nurse Shannon Zanger her “angel on Earth” after Shannon helped save her life. Kala thanked Shannon by nominating her for a Who’s Your Angel Award. The award recognizes a Blessing Health System team member for exceptional care and provides a donation to the Blessing Foundation.

Ron Milbert loved telling stories and he was able to leave stories – and his voice – behind for his loved ones with recordable books provided by the Hospice Hope Project Fund.

Danette Molidor, who has terminal cancer, has found peace, joy, and spiritual fulfillment through music therapy. The service is offered by Blessing Hospice and Palliative Care thanks to the Blessing Foundation.

Jennifer and Matt Ericson, whose daughter Freya was born prematurely, are grateful for the financial help they received from a Blessing Foundation fund that exists primarily because of the generosity of 

Blessing Health System employees.

Glenn Ford, diagnosed with Stage 4 liver cancer, needed emergency radiation therapy when the cancer spread to his spine, causing excruciating pain. But he wasn’t able to make the daily trips from his home in Macomb. That’s when the Blessing Foundation came to his aid.

When Sarah Kramer, a single mom working toward her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, encountered some financial problems, she started to worry. Thankfully, she was able to get help through a Blessing Foundation fund created specifically for nursing students in financial crisis.

Brad Billings was a young Blessing Hospital executive in 1983 when the Blessing Foundation got its start. Since then, the Foundation has flourished and evolved into a highly trusted local charity that makes a monumental difference in people’s lives.

Without carotid artery surgery, Judy Hastings was at high risk for stroke. But she couldn’t afford respiratory treatments needed prior to surgery to increase her chance of survival. The Blessing Foundation stepped in and Judy was cleared for surgery.

When Amy was admitted to the Blessing Behavioral Center during a mental health crisis, she had nothing. No clothes, no shoes, no family. She was alone and frightened. Donations to the Blessing Foundation help many patients like Amy on their recovery journeys.

Pink has become synonymous with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a symbol of hope and solidarity. But the support of the Blessing Foundation’s Breast Services Fund – through the purchase of pink apparel and attendance at community events – has an even greater purpose.

Angie Lockwood had just two cans of food in her home and couldn’t afford to go to the grocery store, and that meant she couldn’t keep her diabetes well managed. The Blessing Foundation stepped in to help Angie – like they do for so many people with diabetes in our region.

Devastated after losing their daughter, Allie, during childbirth, Jeri and

 Zach Bemis found a way to keep their little girl’s memory alive, thank the staff of Blessed Beginnings for their compassionate care, and help other grieving parents in the process.

Blessing Hospital volunteers Lowell and Vickie Glas have given their time and talents for many years, but they also provide ongoing financial support through planned giving. Their donations to Blessing Foundation’s unrestricted fund will leave a legacy for years to come.

Starr Gold learned at an early age the power of giving to others. Now 86, she continues her commitment to helping people in need – while also honoring people she has cared about – with memorial donations to the Blessing Foundation. The reason for her support is simple and inspirational.