Samaritan Health Services

11/30/2025

Kasey Mackley’s journey to nursing began with a powerful experience as a teenager when a nurse’s compassion changed her hospital stay—and her life. Today, that same empathy shines through in her work at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, where she advocates tirelessly for patients and ensures they feel seen and cared for. 🌼✨
Her dedication stood out when she eased a patient’s anxiety during a critical cardiac admission, coordinating care and championing comfort at every step. Kasey credits her team for fostering a culture of advocacy and says, “Speaking up can make all the difference.” 🌼👏 We’re proud to celebrate her DAISY award for commitment to compassionate care! 💚 🌼🌟

11/28/2025

We are proud sponsors of Downtown Corvallis Organization's Holiday Parade happening Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.

These festive community events are all about creating memorable moments, fostering connections and celebrating the joy of the season. Be sure to check them out!

Learn more by visiting https://downtown-corvallis.org/news-and-events/corvallis-holiday-parade-2025/

Happy holidays from all of us at Samaritan Health Services. ❄️

11/27/2025

When care goes beyond the clinical, amazing things happen. 💙

After a full day of patient visits, Stacey Randolph, RN and palliative care coordinator, made time to visit a patient whose family was feeling overwhelmed. She helped the patient get comfortable, changed sheets and offered guidance to reduce pressure sores – likely preventing an Emergency Department visit in the process.

Stacey’s dedication to putting patients and families first is what makes her one of Samaritan Albany General Hospital's November Rising Stars. Thank you, Stacey, for going the extra mile to provide comfort and support. 🌟

Nominate a Shining Star at samhealth.org/ShiningStar.

11/27/2025

We’re proud to honor Brittany Sellers, RN, with the DAISY Award at Samaritan Albany General Hospital! 🌼

Brittany has been part of the Women’s Center team for seven years, and her passion for nursing is evident in the way she cares for patients and supports her colleagues. She was nominated by a patient who described her as a source of strength and encouragement during a challenging labor and delivery. From hours of support during labor to gentle guidance after birth, Brittany’s compassion made all the difference.

Her supervisor calls her “a shining star” and someone who gives her all, no matter the situation. Brittany, thank you for the grace and dedication you bring to every family you serve. 💙

11/26/2025

🩺 Medicare Advantage Enrollment Ends Dec. 7.

Make sure you're informed before choosing a plan.
Here are a few things to consider:

✔️ Is your doctor part of the plan’s network?
✔️ Does the plan offer out-of-network coverage?
✔️ Have out-of-pocket costs changed?
✔️ Are there updates to prescription drug coverage?

Understanding these factors can help you make a confident, informed decision. Visit https://samhealth.org/patient-visitors/make-a-payment/insurance/ to see which plans Samaritan contracts with.

Learn about making a payment and how Samaritan will bill your insurance at the time of your appointment. See the in-network heath plans Samaritan Health Services contracts with and learn about our uninsured discount program.

11/25/2025

Meet Tamara Davidson, admitting registrar lead at Samaritan Albany General Hospital and one of our November Rising Stars! 🌟

Tamara recently made a life-changing impact for a patient in crisis. Her calm presence and exceptional communication skills helped restore the patient’s mindset and even lowered their blood pressure – without medication. Tamara’s ability to listen and provide reassurance turned a difficult moment into one of hope and safety.

Thank you, Tamara, for showing what true compassion looks like. 💙

Know someone who shines? Nominate a Shining Star at samhealth.org/ShiningStar.

11/23/2025

Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital is excited to recognize two outstanding team members as our November Rising Stars! 💫

🌟Raymond Simon II, MD, at Samaritan Behavioral Health & Recovery Clinic – Lebanon, was recognized for his compassion and commitment to patient-centered care. Dr. Simon consistently goes above and beyond to support patients with complex needs, bringing empathy and collaboration to every interaction.

🌟Randy Hooley, manager of Plant Engineering, was honored for his proactive leadership and dedication to keeping hospital operations running smoothly. From organizing critical system tests to managing complex facilities challenges, Randy demonstrates clear communication and a positive, can-do attitude.

We’re grateful for the skill and leadership these Rising Stars bring to our team.💙

Know someone who shines? Nominate a Shining Star at samhealth.org/ShiningStar.

11/22/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Akiko Nagai! 🌟
Her quick thinking and teamwork during a critical emergency earned her November’s Rising Star at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center! 💉👏
Akiko jumped in without hesitation, helping coordinate a massive transfusion protocol and staying late to ensure everything was ready for the next trauma. That’s true dedication! 🙌
Join us in celebrating Akiko’s incredible commitment to patient care! 💙

11/22/2025

Healing is hard. Healing while hungry is even harder.

Because of generous community support, the Lebanon Community Hospital Foundation provides six emergency food backpacks each month to those in need. Each one has three days of ready-to-eat food for patients who need help right away.

These backpacks support people who are unhoused, living without power or unable to cook. It’s simple, practical help that keeps people nourished while they heal.

Read more about the program at https://samhealth.org/news/expanded-food-backpack-program-fuels-healing/.

To make sure no patient leaves the hospital hungry, visit: https://give.samhealth.org/site/Donation2?idb=1933120583&df_id=1565&mfc_pref=T&1565.donation=form1.

11/20/2025

🏳️‍⚧️ Today, we remember and honor the trans lives lost to anti-trans violence. There are at least 413 documented trans lives taken since 2013.

To find a LGBTQ-friendly or gender-affirming care provider, visit https://samhealth.org/patient-visitors/find-a-doctor/ and enter "LGBTQ" or "gender-affirming" in the keyword search box.

Our community partner, Oregon State University, provides a list of resources at https://math.oregonstate.edu/our-department/diversity-and-inclusion/gender-diversity-and-transgender-resources.

To learn more about the epidemic of violence against the transgender community in the United States, visit https://reports.hrc.org/an-epidemic-of-violence-2024 -memoriam.

11/19/2025

They’re pros at finding the thread that connects us all. 🧵💛

Because when someone in our community faces cancer, it takes all of us - care teams, families, neighbors and local businesses, working together to lift them up.

Through the Samaritan Foundations PRIDE Partner program, Spearit Beads & Co. gave a generous gift to cancer care at Albany General Hospital Foundation. They’re helping patients and families feel a little more supported and a little less alone.

Now that’s what we call art with heart. 🎨💕

11/15/2025

Some of our wonderful volunteers at Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital prefer a behind-the-scenes, quiet and creative approach to their volunteerism, which perfectly describes our Pillows and Plush/Toy team!

More than a dozen people donate their time and talent to create huggable, comforting, smile-making works of heart. Volunteers, friends/family of volunteers, employees and community members carefully craft “Hug Me” pillows, prayer shawls, hats, scarves, toys and specially designed hospice bears. Each act of kindness counts - giving an extra smile for pediatric patients, a layer of warmth to someone facing the cold, something soft to hug after surgery.

When you see a patient looking great in their knit stocking hat or a sweet newborn baby wrapped in a beautiful Christmas stocking, we hope your heart smiles knowing that there are beautiful, caring people in our community and beyond who are making something simply from a graceful heart.

The photos show:
- Laurie Ferris, SPCH Auxiliary President, with piles of pillows.
- Marla Fields modeling a prayer shawl donation.
- Liz Young, SPCH Auxiliary Gift Shop co-manager, with plush toys.