St. Luke's McCall

03/27/2026

St. Luke’s McCall RN Mandi Johnson was surprised by her team, husband Karl and Robyn Beall, St. Luke’s Nursing and Patient Care Center of Excellence leader, who recently presented Mandi with a DAISY award for her above-and-beyond efforts to a support a patient who received care in the McCall Emergency Department.

Mandi cared for the patient’s physical and emotional needs following a stressful and traumatic event, and even coordinated with her husband Karl, also a St. Luke’s McCall team member, to ensure the patient returned home safely.

Congrats, Mandi! Thank you for all you do to support patients and our community.

03/26/2026

The next Childbirth education series will begin April 1.

This four-week series prepares you for the birth of your new baby through a variety of coaching, breathing and relaxation techniques.

Topics include the birth process, pain management of labor, decision-making, unplanned Cesarean birth and transition to parenthood. Spouse, partner or support person is encouraged to attend.

The classes are taught by our compassionate and dedicated labor and delivery nurses.

Classes & Events Listing, to learn more and register for this program, https://stlukesonline.org/en/healthier-communities/classes-and-events/childbirth-preparation-mccall/

Additional in-person or online classes for expectant and new parents include Baby Care Basics, Childbirth Boot Camp, Intuitive Birth, Breastfeeding Basics and Tummy Time, Infant Massage and More. Classes and Events Results - St. Luke's

03/23/2026

Therapeutic treatments help patients find hope and healing

The St. Luke’s McCall Foundation is proud to support patients through the Hope and Healing Fund, which can help cover the cost of therapeutic treatments like massage and acupuncture for patients facing life-changing illnesses.

As one lung cancer patient describes, "one unexpected blessing in this journey has been the integrative treatments I received through the St. Luke’s McCall Foundation’s Hope and Healing program.

Massage therapy and acupuncture helped me relax and address my pain. I always looked forward to these appointments because they didn’t just help me feel better but made me feel human again."

The Hope and Healing Fund is funded by generous donations from people in the community. If you are interested in learning more and would like to make a donation to support patients who need support, please visit us online at St. Luke’s McCall Foundation, https://stlukesonline.org/en/giving/our-foundations/mccall-foundation/

03/06/2026

Compassion Fund Helps Patients Fight Back

St. Luke’s McCall patient Carol Rhodes is no stranger to beating the odds: diagnosed with stage 4 cancer four years ago, Carol’s life expectancy looked grim. But Carol wasn’t going down without a fight.

"I have a picture of my tumors so I can look them in the eye and continue fighting. So far, I am winning, and I intend to keep fighting for every beautiful day."

To aid Carol in her battle, the St. Luke’s McCall Foundation’s Compassion Fund, which provides financial support to qualifying patients in need, stepped in to help.

As Carol states, "the support from the Foundation made it a little easier. I do not know if I would have made it through those dark days without this support."

The Compassion Fund is fueled by generous donations from people in the community.

If you are interested in learning more and making a donation to support patients like Carol, please visit us online at https://stlukesonline.org/en/giving/our-foundations/mccall-foundation/

02/20/2026

Strong health care starts with stable housing.

Quality health care in a mountain town depends on the people who provide it—nurses, technicians, therapists, and support staff. But without attainable housing, it becomes harder to recruit and retain the health care workers our community relies on.

That’s why St. Luke’s McCall Foundation’s workforce housing project matters. By creating homes for local health care staff, we’re helping ensure consistent, compassionate care for the community today and for generations to come.

You can learn more about ways to support this project by visiting us online at https://stlukesonline.org/en/giving/our-foundations/mccall-foundation/

01/30/2026

🌟 Breastfeeding Basics Class 🌟
Expecting a little one? This class helps you and your partner prepare—physically and emotionally—for your breastfeeding journey.

Gain confidence with:
✔️ Tips for getting started
✔️ Solutions for common challenges
✔️ Guidance on family adjustments
✔️ Nutrition recommendations

📅 Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:30 p.m.
📍 St. Luke’s McCall Admin Conference Room
💲 $15 | Registration Required
👉 Call (208) 381-9000 to register or for more information.

01/26/2026

🎉 St. Luke’s McCall Auxiliary Awards $60,000 to Local Nonprofits!

The St. Luke’s McCall Auxiliary proudly awarded $60,000 in Community Grants to five local organizations working to support the health and wellbeing of our region. These grants are made possible entirely through proceeds from the St. Luke’s McCall Auxiliary Thrift Shop — thanks to our donors, shoppers, and incredible volunteers who make this possible!

2025 Community Grant Awards:
💙 $20,000 – St. Luke’s McCall Complex Care/Compassion Fund
💙 $13,500 – Community Medical Fund
💙 $11,000 – St. Luke’s McCall Dental “Brighter Smiles” Program
💙 $10,000 – Community Children’s Medical Fund
💙 $5,500 – Adams County Patient Assistance Fund

“These grants allow us to support vital programs improving the health and wellness of our community,” said Holly Thrash, Auxiliary Grant Committee Chair. “We are so grateful for the incredible volume of donations our volunteers process every day.”

Since launching the grant program in 2002, the Auxiliary has awarded more than $1.6 million to support community health initiatives.

Want to get involved? We’re always welcoming new members! Call (208) 634 2088 to learn more.

💚 Thank you to our community for donating, shopping, volunteering, and helping us make a difference!

01/21/2026

One of St. Luke’s core goals is to create healthier communities by building strong partnerships, delivering measurable outcomes, and inspiring others to make a collective impact.

We do this by collaborating with local organizations across the region—working together to improve the health and well-being of the people we serve.

One way we fulfill this commitment is through the Community Health Improvement Fund (CHIF). This year, St. Luke’s awarded $998,874 in CHIF grants to 113 organizations across our service areas. Awards ranged from $1,000 to $44,000.

🌟 McCall Highlight:
In the St. Luke’s McCall service area, 12 organizations received CHIF grants totaling $78,637—supporting programs that strengthen mental health, increase access to care, and promote overall community well-being.

Learn more about the incredible programs these grants help make possible.

One of St. Luke’s core goals is to create healthier communities by building strong partnerships, delivering measurable outcomes and maximizing our impact by inspiring others.

01/12/2026

Welcome Luka! The first baby boy born at St. Luke’s McCall in 2026!

Delena and Asa Speer, of Cascade welcomed their newborn son Luka Donavon at 12:17 a.m. on Jan. 10. He is the first baby boy born at St. Luke’s McCall in 2026. Luka is also the first grandbaby for the Speer and Cummings families.

Dr. Patrick Kinney delivered baby Luka with the support of labor and delivery nurses Katy Alexander, Rickey Hyman, Audrey McNeil and Payton Thibault.

A special gift basket from the St. Luke’s McCall Auxiliary was presented to the family to celebrate Luka’s arrival.

We wish the Speer family a life full of love, joy and good health!

01/07/2026

The future home of outpatient physical therapy is on the horizon! St. Luke’s McCall Foundation is fundraising for renovations at St. Luke’s McCall’s 3rd Street building. This project will double our outpatient therapy space and expand access for patients.

This project is more than a renovation — it’s a promise to help our neighbors heal closer to home. Won’t you consider supporting the Play Harder, Longer Campaign?

To learn more about this campaign or make a donation, email us at johnhayl@slhs.org

https://stlukesonline.org/en/news/2026/play-harder-longer-st-lukes-mccall-foundations-campaign-expands-rehabilitation-services-and-orthopedic-care

St. Luke’s McCall Foundation recently launched its Play Harder, Longer campaign to raise $1.5 million in support of expanded outpatient rehabilitation therapy services and advanced orthopedic care.

01/05/2026

Welcome Haven! The first baby girl born at St. Luke’s McCall in 2026!

Melissa and Hunter Wilcox, of McCall welcomed their newborn daughter Haven Aili at 8:47 a.m. on Jan. 2. She is the first baby girl born at St. Luke’s McCall in 2026.

Dr. Maureen “Mo” Ferguson delivered baby Haven with the support of labor and delivery nurses Mariya Buckley, Donna Bush, Katie Cline, Diana Holubetz and Rickey Hyman.

A special gift basket from an anonymous donor was presented to the family to celebrate Haven’s arrival.

We wish the Wilcox family a life full of love, joy and good health!

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from St. Luke’s McCall Foundation!

As we step into a new year, McCall is wrapped in fresh snow and winter is in full swing. Through every snowfall and storm, our local health care teams remain here—providing care, comfort, and expertise when our community needs it most.

Thank you to everyone who supported the Foundation in 2025. Your generosity helped strengthen health care close to home, and we’re excited for what’s ahead in the year to come. Stay warm, stay safe, and here’s to a healthy 2026 in our mountain community.