F.F. Thompson Hospital

01/26/2026

A Waterloo resident who commutes to Canandaigua each day for her shift, Tammy will mark her 30th anniversary as a CNA this spring. In our latest issue of Partners in Health and Wellness, she talks about how much she enjoys one-on-one time with residents, and why she finds her job so rewarding. https://urmc.info/2hf

01/26/2026

Please be careful and heed this advice!

01/26/2026

Good morning. Please note that all of Thompson’s outpatient lab draws today (Monday, January 26) will take place at the Patient Access Center by the hospital’s main entrance. Thank you for your understanding and please stay safe - and warm - out there today!

01/23/2026

New beginnings bring new joy, and our Birthing Center is where those moments come to life. With a top-notch staff, it is a reflection of Thompson Health’s ongoing commitment to women’s health, combining compassion, experience, and personalized support for growing families.
🎥 Watch the story to learn more!

The experiences of childbirth and parenting will provide some of the most memorable times of your life. The goal of the F.F. Thompson Hospital Birthing Cente...

01/23/2026

In any type of emergency, county health departments are always an excellent source of information. As we brace for the coming winter storm, Ontario County Public Health has shared some simple tips for staying safe. Check out their helpful infographic!

❄️ Stay Safe in Extreme Cold ❄️

With low temperatures ans snow in the forecast, please take steps to stay safe and warm.

🔥 Heating Safety

Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from heaters
Never use your oven or stove to heat your home
Plug space heaters directly into the wall, not power strips
Turn off space heaters when you leave the room

🧯 Carbon Monoxide Safety

Make sure your CO detectors have working batteries
Never run generators indoors or in garages
Keep vents and chimneys clear of snow and ice
If you feel dizzy, nauseous, or light‑headed, get fresh air immediately and call for help

💊 Support Medically Frail Loved Ones

- Make sure they have medications, medical supplies, and warm clothing
- Check that oxygen equipment, mobility devices, and other essentials are working

💛 Check on neighbors
Extreme cold is especially dangerous for older adults, young children, and anyone living alone. A quick call or knock on the door can make all the difference.

Stay warm, stay safe, and look out for one another.

01/23/2026

Meet another Thompson star! Ed, a physical therapist who worked for many years in our M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center (we affectionately call it the “CCC”), recently joined the Rehab team in our hospital. In addition to the Star Catcher recognition program for patients and families that we’ve been sharing on social media, we also have an internal “Cheer for a Peer” program we’d like to share. Ed was recognized by a coworker for his outstanding patient care. Nice job, Ed! If you want to recognize a Thompson associate, visit https://urmc.info/2h7

01/23/2026

As temperatures drop, our community comes together to keep everyone safe. Thompson Health is sharing this information to help anyone who may need a warm place to stay.

❄️ WARMING CENTERS ❄️

During extreme cold or heat, warming and cooling centers are open to the public during regular business hours. These locations offer a safe, comfortable place to stay when temperatures become dangerous.

📚 Library Phone Numbers

Bloomfield Public Library – 585‑657‑6264
Bristol Library – 585‑229‑5862
Clifton Springs Library – 315‑462‑7371
Geneva Public Library – 315‑789‑5303
Gorham Free Library – 585‑526‑6655
Honeoye Public Library – 585‑229‑5020
Naples Public Library – 585‑374‑2757
Phelps Library – 315‑548‑3120
Red Jacket Community Library – 585‑289‑7063
Victor‑Farmington Library – 585‑924‑2637
Wood Library – 585‑394‑1381

🔥 Additional Warming Location- Open when libraries are closed

Hydrant Hose Building (Rear Entrance)
79 Geneva Street
315‑789‑6966

Please contact each location directly for their hours of operation.

🌙 Need a safe place to stay after hours?
Call 911 and ask for help finding shelter.

📞 During business hours, you can also call:

585‑396‑4060 (Hopewell)
315‑789‑2841 (Geneva)

Stay safe and check on neighbors who may need support during extreme weather.

01/22/2026

Winter is a great time for strength training, so you'll want to check out this article from our latest Partners in Health and Wellness magazine! Physical Therapist Kimberly Hammond explains how just as strength training helps young women build up their bones and muscles so they can compete in sports or simply create the building blocks for a healthy lifestyle, it remains important throughout their lives. https://urmc.info/2h2

01/21/2026

One of our favorite things to do is to partner with other community organizations, and the F.F. Thompson Foundation’s Mary Clark Thompson Grants allow us to do just that! The Foundation is now accepting applications for the grants, which go to programs making a difference in the health and wellbeing of area residents. With grants ranging from $500 to $2,500, the deadline to submit is April 10. For details, visit https://urmc.info/2gT.

01/21/2026

Sometimes we just know, literally on day one, that a new associate is truly a perfect fit for our organization and CARES Values. Take Leah, for example. A medical office assistant, she is among this new group of associates and when asked why she chose Thompson, she said, "I want to help people and be the kindness that makes a difference in someone's day." Welcome, Leah, and welcome all. We are grateful to have you on our team.

01/20/2026

Please join us on Tuesday, January 27, for an educational event where a pharmacist can review your prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, and more to check for interactions, discuss side effects, and ensure the medications are being taken correctly. RSVPs are required. For information, visit our online newsroom https://urmc.info/2gR

01/20/2026

If you know a local high school senior who plans to pursue a career in health care, be sure to let them know about the scholarships offered by our Thompson Health Guild. Guild members – who support many initiatives within Thompson – work hard all year to raise funds for these scholarships. This spring, they plan to award up to six, each valued at $2,000! To find out more, visit https://urmc.info/2gO