GRHS employees contributed $13,993 for United Way in 2026, helping fund Backpack Attack, coat distribution, food drops, and more for Pope County families.
Category: Community Impact
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Harvest Ball to Fund Ultrasound Technology for the ER
The upcoming Harvest Ball fundraiser, hosted by the Auxiliary of Glacial Ridge Health System, is an opportunity to connect with friends and neighbors while supporting a cause that could one day save a life. Proceeds from the event will go toward the Auxiliary’s newest pledge: a TE X Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) machine for the GRHS...
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Five New Specialty Services Now at Glacial Ridge Hospital in Glenwood
Glacial Ridge Hospital is adding psychiatry, endocrinology, GI, pulmonology, and rheumatology; see a specialist months sooner in Glenwood.
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Donate Life: What You Need to Know
Adding "Donor" to your driver's license isn't enough. Register through the state and national Donate Life Registry, and communicate your wishes with your family.
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Nearly 1,500 Calls. One Dedicated Team. National EMS Week 2026.
During EMS Week 2025, Glacial Ridge honors the Paramedics, EMTs and EMRs of Glacial Ridge Ambulance and ER for their life-saving care across Pope County.
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Living Kidney Donation: A Life-Saving Choice
A Glenwood woman became a living kidney donor for an Alexandria man she barely knew. Learn how living kidney donation works and how one decision saved a life.
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Senior Life Solutions Marks One Year Serving Pope County Seniors
Senior Life Solutions reflects on one year of senior mental health care, community outreach, and meaningful partnerships across the region.
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Hospice Volunteer: A Special Kind of Caring
Before you say, "I can't do that," read more. There are many options. After talking to staff, volunteers often realize, "I can help patients and families that way!"
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Community Generosity Drives 19th Annual Glacial Ridge Ambulance Toy Drive
The Toy Drive success reflects the strong sense of compassion and shared responsibility that defines our region, helping make the holidays brighter for local families.
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Brooten Ambulance in Urgent Need of On-Call Staff
Responder shortages are straining ambulance coverage in Brooten and Belgrade. Find out what’s needed to sustain short response times.