Androscoggin Valley Hospital

12/20/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

As Season 1 of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled has come to a close, now is the perfect time to catch up on this insightful conversation.

In this episode, we sit down with Tom Mee, Chief Executive Officer of North Country Healthcare, for a candid discussion about leadership, vision, and navigating the complexities of rural healthcare.

Tom reflects on his journey from bedside nurse to System CEO and how those experiences shape the way he leads today. We explore the importance of trust, transparency, and collaboration across affiliates, along with the challenges and opportunities facing rural health systems in a changing environment.

Looking ahead to a new fiscal year, Tom shares what he sees on the horizon and what it means to keep staff and patients at the center of every decision.

Whether you’re on the front lines, in a support role, or simply curious about leadership in healthcare, this episode offers a thoughtful look at resilience, vision, and staying true to mission in rural healthcare.

Found on YouTube, Spotify, and wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

https://youtu.be/x7QvdF8-ILE
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2RBXBs4f1QOu3XRQf7nMpq

12/19/2025

Join us for 🔸FREE🔸 Childbirth Preparation Classes in 2026! Classes are held once a month from 5-8pm at Androscoggin Valley Hospital in the Mt. Adams Conference Room.

🗓 January 20th is the date of the next class.

Be sure to see the image below with registration details for this informative🔸FREE🔸 class!

12/19/2025

We're committed to creating a safer, stronger healthcare system for our communities. Discover how NCH is advancing high reliability across all our hospitals and practices.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

12/17/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

What started as a few conversations turned into a season full of stories, reflection, and connection.

In our Season in Review episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, we revisit some of our favorite moments, from leadership journeys and career growth to the personal experiences that shape why people choose healthcare.

These voices remind us that behind every role is a story, and together those stories shape who we are at North Country Healthcare.

Season 2 launches January 28 with new voices, fresh conversations, and more roads less travelled.

Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLip_7RDZIOI_cGoMAzM25spamUh3urKTB
https://open.spotify.com/show/3h9rxkuQBNPxZlRTYss99D

12/15/2025

DAISY Monday
Each Monday, we are sharing a DAISY Award nominee story. Every nomination reflects meaningful, compassionate care that deserves to be recognized.

One family member shared that her fiancé was in the hospital for five days and the nurse caring for him made a lasting impression. She not only provided excellent clinical care, but took the time to chat with them about anything and everything. She explained things clearly, answered every question, and made sure both he and his fiancé felt informed and supported.

The nurse checked on him regularly and showed a level of care and concern that stood out. According to the nomination, they had never seen a nurse who cared so deeply for her patients.

These nominee stories remind us that extraordinary nursing is reflected in compassion, communication, and the comfort nurses bring to patients and their families.

Want to recognize an extraordinary nurse?
Submit a DAISY Award nomination at northcountryhealth.org/DAISY.

12/14/2025

Every patient deserves safe, consistent, high-quality care. We’re proud to share our journey to high reliability and the work happening every day across NCH.

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12/13/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

In this episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled, we sit down with Evelyn Robbenolt-Jones, who leads Behavioral Health at North Country Healthcare, for a candid conversation about mental health, substance use, and the unique challenges and opportunities of providing care in rural communities.

Evelyn shares what first drew her to this work, how behavioral health and substance use disorder intersect, and what she wishes more people understood about the realities of behavioral health services. We talk about stigma, access to care, and the role that every staff member—clinical or not—can play in supporting patients and colleagues.

Whether you’re on the frontlines of patient care or working behind the scenes, this episode offers important insight into how behavioral health touches every part of what we do.

Tune in for a thoughtful and compassionate conversation about resilience, connection, and hope.

Found on YouTube, Spotify, and wherever you get your favorite podcasts.

https://youtu.be/qTpoWF2WWls
https://open.spotify.com/episode/09Ub1pbl5GElYtzKewx3Yx

12/12/2025

Congratulations to Emily Roy, Cardiopulmonary Technician, on receiving a Gerald Kerr Memorial Scholarship! 🎉
This annual scholarship supports NCH employees pursuing advanced education in a health-related field. Emily is one of 11 recipients this year, with nearly $25,000 awarded in total. We’re proud of her commitment to professional growth and to the patients we serve.

12/11/2025

Family Members and Friends were remembered at the AVH Ambassadors Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. This event in an annual remembrance program for the community, offering residents an opportunity to honor the memory of family members and friends during the Holiday Season. The lighting of the tree is a symbol of the special place these individuals hold in our hearts.

Special thanks to David Bryant, Life Tribute Specialist and James Patry, NCH Vice President of Marketing for taking part in the ceremony.

Thank you also to Angela Brown for playing background music and Food Services for the refreshments.

We are so thankful for all the support received.

12/10/2025

🎙 Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled

Tune in to this week’s episode of Rural Roots: A Road Less Travelled as we sit down with Luellyn “Lu” Valtin, Director of Quality Performance Excellence at North Country Healthcare.
Lu shares her path into quality work, what she has learned at NCH, and how Performance Excellence is about much more than compliance. We talk about shifting the idea of quality from a box to check to a culture built on trust, communication, compassion, and collaboration.

Hear how Lu and the Quality team support our affiliates, strengthen improvement efforts, and help make daily work easier for staff and safer for patients. It is an honest look at how quality becomes something we live, not just measure.

Watch or listen on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLip_7RDZIOI_cGoMAzM25spamUh3urKTB
https://open.spotify.com/show/3h9rxkuQBNPxZlRTYss99D

12/09/2025

🗓 Have you registered yet?

Join us for 🔸FREE🔸 Childbirth Preparation Classes this December!

The next class is scheduled for December 16th from 5-8pm at Androscoggin Valley Hospital.

Be sure to see the image below with registration information for this 🔸FREE🔸 class!

12/08/2025

DAISY Monday
Nominee Story Highlight

Each Monday, we are sharing a DAISY Award nominee story. Every nomination reflects meaningful, compassionate care that deserves to be recognized.

One patient shared that he arrived in the Emergency Department on Christmas Eve after a year marked by personal loss. As midnight passed, he found himself overwhelmed and alone. His nurse provided excellent clinical care and also listened with genuine empathy.

When the patient was discharged early Christmas morning, the nurse handed him a small box of homemade cookies and wished him well.

It was a simple gesture, yet it made him feel seen, supported, and cared for during one of the hardest moments of his life.

These nominee stories remind us that extraordinary nursing is not defined by the award itself. It is reflected in moments of humanity and kindness that patients remember long after they leave.

Want to recognize an extraordinary nurse?
Submit a DAISY Award nomination at northcountryhealth.org/DAISY