F.F. Thompson Hospital

03/04/2026

Whenever we welcome a new group of associates, we love to hear their answers to the question, “What brought you to Thompson?” This week, one said, “Thompson gives the small town feel that I love and grew up in. It also is focused on excellence and management seems very supportive.” Said another, “My experience here as a surgical patient and the amazing customer service made me feel that I wanted to be part of this health system.” How awesome is that? We’re so glad all of you are here! https://urmc.info/2jM

03/04/2026

The nomination phase of this annual awards competition is under way, and Thompson would greatly appreciate your support! Categories include assisted living (we have the amazing community of Clark Meadows), hospital, urgent care, and physical therapy/sports rehab as well as several categories under Top Employers. You can nominate - once per day if you're so inclined - through March 27!

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03/04/2026

This Friday, March 6, is National Dress in Blue Day. Please join us in spreading awareness of colorectal cancer~ An American Cancer Society study released just this week reported colorectal cancer rates in people under 65 are surging, with nearly half (45%) of new diagnoses occurring in this age group, up from 27% in 1995. Please dress in blue Friday and, if you’re eligible, make an appointment for a colonoscopy. It could save your life! Visit https://urmc.info/2jy for information.

03/03/2026

People flock to local breweries, jazz clubs, and wine bars to see Dave Turner live, but residents of our retirement community don’t even have to leave their home to enjoy his talent!

03/02/2026

As facilities throughout the state scale back and sometimes even shut down, Thompson has kept all 178 of our M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center beds open despite the challenges of the past several years. However, insufficient Medicaid reimbursement impacts all nursing homes, including ours. In addition, the lack of available beds in the region affects our hospital daily because patients who are ready to be discharged to a nursing home often have nowhere to go. As lawmakers negotiate on the state budget, please join us in making our voices heard in Albany so our communities’ elders can receive the care they deserve.

ALBANY, N.Y. — New York state has allocated $1.5 billion in Medicaid reimbursement to hospitals and nursing homes for this year. However, it is not yet clear how the funds will be divided between the two groups.Several state lawmakers gathered earlier today at Jewish Home nursing home to advocate ...

02/27/2026

Sunshine and sweetness brightened our Friday here at Thompson, where the Dainty Donut Factory food truck set up to offer not only fresh donuts but hot and cold apple cider, lemonade, coffee, and lattes! Among those taking a sweet break were – left to right – Megan Gray, Mindi Lewis, Trevor Harris, and Sarah VanDeMortel. The truck will be back next month. The best part is that a percentage of the proceeds benefit our Healthcare Education Fund, which makes it possible for associates in entry-level positions to advance their careers. How sweet is that?

02/27/2026

Residents of our M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center celebrated the Lunar New Year by learning from Recreation Therapist Curt Sanger about holiday traditions, the Chinese zodiac, and more. Other recreation therapists served up eggrolls and crab rangoon from our Nutrition Services Department, followed by a specially ordered cake from Walmart. Also, to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse, they received "lucky envelopes." Instead of the traditional cash, the envelopes contained fortunes, which the residents enjoyed reading aloud to one another. Wishing everyone a healthy and prosperous year ahead!

02/26/2026

After evaluating Thompson in four areas - culture, benefits, compliance, and whole-health wellness programs - Mental Health America has once again awarded us its Gold Bell Seal. Many thanks to our Associate Wellness, Associate Services, and Spiritual Care teams for all their hard work in offering programming to promote mental health and well-being! https://urmc.info/2jo

02/25/2026

Sponsorships and tickets for the Thompson Health Guild's June 7 Fashion Show are now available! See the latest fashions, enjoy a lunch buffet with bottomless mimosas, and shop while supporting the scholarships the Guild provides to area high school seniors who will be pursuing careers in health care. Together, we can invest in the future of our community! https://urmc.info/2jg

02/25/2026

We're on cloud nine! Why? We learned this week that we made the "Top Places to Work in Healthcare" list for the NINTH time! President/CEO Michael F. Stapleton Jr. said, “This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering a supportive, empowering, and positive workplace where our associates can thrive both personally and professionally. We are proud to be part of this prestigious list once again and grateful to our incredible associates who make it all possible. Their commitment and dedication to Thompson and our community is inspiring.” To see the full list, visit

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02/25/2026

We welcomed a big group this week and we can already tell they're going to do great things! There were so many heartwarming answers to the question of why these folks from a variety of departments chose Thompson. Here's just one example: "I have worked in healthcare for four years and it wasn't until my OB clinical rotation at Thompson that I saw the president of a facility come around on a weekend to speak to staff and to inquire about any concerns. That's when I knew I had to work here, a place that actually cares."

02/24/2026

Spring is coming soon and it's the perfect time for new beginnings; if you want to pursue a career in healthcare, you may want to consider our certified nursing assistant (CNA) training program! We have training coming up soon, and you can learn all about it at an informational session this Thursday, February 26, at 10 a.m. The session will be held at our M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center, 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua, and you'll need to RSVP if you're planning on attending. Just call 585-396-6824 or email Yesenia_Rangel@urmc.rochester.edu.