Stories of healing and support from our patients, benefactors and others

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Hailey Baker: Finding Support When It Mattered Most

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Lori & Steven Wellins: Why We Support Those Who Serve

Behavioral Health

Precourt Healing Center: Celebrating A Father-Daughter Legacy of Healing

Cyndee Purdy and Libra: Healing Through Connection

Behavioral Health

El Pomar Foundation: Removing Barriers to Care

Magda King: Discovering Her Worth Through Healthspan

Behavioral Health

Laine and Merv Lapin: Inspiring Philanthropy for a New Model of Care

Planned Giving

Karen and John Maxwell: Creating a Legacy of Health

Benefactor Story / EVBH Story

Behavioral Health

Mara and Rich Weissmann: Investing in Mental Health

Behavioral Health

Amanda Precourt: My Path From Pain to Purpose

Employee Story / Benefactor Story

Behavioral Health

Meghan Bayersdorfer: Finding Light After Darkness

Cancer

Colleen Widlak: Creating a Home Away From Home for Cancer Patients

Rob Shearon Finding Recovery Through Connection

Behavioral Health

Rob Shearon: Finding Recovery Through Connection

The Anderson Family A Journey Through Addiction And Recovery

Behavioral Health

The Anderson Family: A Journey Through Addiction & Recovery

Patient Story / Benefactor Story / EVBH Story

Behavioral Health

Agnes Harakal: A Champion for Mental Health in the Valley

Behavioral Health

Jeff Shroll: A Journey Through Depression & Healing

Marilyn Augur A Life Of Purpose Philanthropy And Progress

Planned Giving

Marilyn Augur: A Life of Purpose, Philanthropy, and Progress

Planned Giving

Melinda Epperson: Adventure, Wellness, and Giving Back

Sally Veitch Opening Doors for Nursing Students

Nursing

Sally Veitch: Opening Doors for Nursing Students

Behavioral Health

The Galvin Family: Vision, Innovation & Philanthropy

Cancer

David & Tina Wilson: The Gift Behind Shaw At Home

Cancer

Bob Engelke & Cynthia Pillsbury: Giving in Louise’s Memory

Cancer

Terry Smith: A Journey of Compassion and Volunteerism at Shaw

Family Birth Center

Bailey Family: Honoring the Care Team That Saved Abigail’s Life

Emergency Department

Jill Mertens: Finding Purpose Through Volunteering

Cancer

Renée Okubo: A Journey of Love, Grief, and Giving

Supporting Behavioral Health, the Wilsons

Planned Giving

Margaret & Loyal Wilson: Inspired by Growth

Cancer

Terry Williams: A Passion for Tech, Philanthropy, and Community

Behavioral Health

GE Johnson Foundation: Supporting Access to Behavioral Health Resources

Behavioral Health

Sara Friedle and Mike Towler: Sponsoring Safe Spaces for Youth

Cancer

Bernie and Suzanne Scharf: A Lifetime of Giving Back

Behavioral Health

Joey Johnson: A Journey of Recovery and Advocacy

Behavioral Health

Juan Carlos: Discovering Trails to Health and Happiness

Dr. Fred Distelhorst: An Early Supporter’s Legacy Spans Into the Future

Planned Giving

Dr. Fred Distelhorst: An Early Supporter’s Legacy Spans Into the Future

Behavioral Health

Keith & Gina: A Pledge for Innovative Mental Health Services

Ben Sokolski, Vail Valley MountainTrails Alliance Soul Dirt

Behavioral Health

The Dirt Connection: Finding Community on the Trails

Cancer

Terry and Dan Smith: Investing in the Future of Cancer Care

Behavioral Health

Teri Ross: Finding a Home, Finding Help

Behavioral Health

Deborah & Rik: Creating A Brighter Future for Others

Behavioral Health

Magda King: A Champion in Lifting Others

Cancer

Charmayne Bernhardt: Embodying Gratitude and Selflessness

Behavioral Health

The Neporents: Strengthening Our Community

Behavioral Health

Thrall Family: Supporting Art Therapy for Youth

Behavioral Health

By Supporting Local Youth, Yesenia Briones is Thriving

Behavioral Health

Dan Godec: Leading the Way

Behavioral Health / Planned Giving

Cliff Hendrick: Leading by Serving Others

Behavioral Health

The Vardamans: Supporting Community Wellness

Behavioral Health

Ann Smead and Amy Gish: Giving Spans Generations

Behavioral Health

The Hauters: Turning Tragedy into Hope for Others

Behavioral Health

Ada Borg: Finding Healing and Connection

Cancer

Alexandra Mastriana-Solal: Exceptional Cancer Care Inspires Giving

Behavioral Health

The Coyers: Making a Positive Impact on Schoolchildren

Behavioral Health

John McCallan: Addressing Addiction & Substance Abuse

Behavioral Health

Kent Logan: Alcoholism, A Disease of the Spirit

Family Birth Center

Sheika Gramshammer: A Visionary for Community Health

Cancer

Scott Family: Early Detection Saves Lives

Behavioral Health

John Shipp: The Spirit of Perseverance

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Brittan Family Giving Brings Speech Therapy Services to Eagle County

Behavioral Health

Nadia Guerriero: Normalizing a System of Support

Planned Giving

The Jensens: Trust in Vail Health Inspires Planned Gift

The Kosloffs: Giving the Gift of Art

Cancer

JoDee Johnson: A Cancer Journey Surrounded in Support

Sheri Ball: A Pioneer for Change & Giving Back

Cancer

Philip Smith & Jean Graham: Supporting Cancer Care

Planned Giving

The Peets: Fostering A Healthy Valley

Ron Davis’ Matching Gift Challenge Supports the Valley’s Youth

Behavioral Health

Ron Davis’ Matching Gift Challenge Supports the Valley’s Youth

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Melissa Simpson: Reaching New Heights

Behavioral Health

Anne Roberts: Behavioral Health Can Impact Anyone

Behavioral Health

Porter Family: Planned Gift Offers a Beacon of Light for Those Suffering

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Community SafeHealth: Rubenstein Children Partnership Launches New Program

Cancer

Susan Catalano: Elevating Cancer Care Through Pink Vail

Cancer

Nancy Peller: Giving in Gratitude to Shaw Cancer Center

Behavioral Health

Amanda Precourt: I Am A Survivor

Behavioral Health

Dr. Jack Eck: A Quiet Terror

Cancer

A Couple’s Shared Cancer Journey Inspires Giving

Behavioral Health

Vickie Zacher: Picture of Resilience

Planned Giving

Mary & Chris Randall: Supporting the Future of Vail Health

Behavioral Health

For Doe Browning, It’s All About Connection

Cancer

Thankful Couple Receives Advanced Cancer Care Close to Home

Planned Giving

Eck Family Ensures State-of-the-Art Care Continues in Vail

Cancer

Care That’s There Every Step of the Way Fuels Patient’s Spirit of Resilience

Cancer

Patient Appreciates Whole Body Care Approach at Shaw Cancer Center

Cancer

Finding Strength Every Day Through Fitness, Family & Specialized Support

Cancer

Shaw Cancer Center ‘Feels Like Family’ to Volunteer & Grateful Patient

Planned Giving

Estate Gift Will Help Future Generations Receive Quality Cancer Care

Thank You: We’re All in This Together

Behavioral Health

Olivia’s Fund to Offer Help & Hope

Emergency Department

Grateful Patient Shares His Experience at Vail Health’s ICU

Cancer

Jerry’s Torch Continues to Shine Bright at Pink Vail

Cancer

Team “Rebel Yells” Returns to Pink Vail for the Fifth Year

Cancer

Pink Vail Team, “Win4Heidi,” Shares a Passion for Football & Conquering Cancer

Patient Story / Benefactor Story

Longtime Volunteer Shares Recent Experience as a Patient

Behavioral Health

It Takes A Valley: Transforming Behavioral Health Campaign

Cancer

Coming Full Circle: A Journey of Giving and Receiving Within the Shaw Community

Behavioral Health

Employee Breaks Stigmas by Sharing Personal Experiences with the Community

Benefactor Story / Patient Story

Cancer

Boys of Shaw: The Power of Camaraderie

Cardiology

Grateful Couple Ensures Lifesaving Cardiac Care Continues Through Charitable Giving

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Another Chance at Climbing After Recovering at Howard Head

Emergency Department / Cardiology

Advanced Heart Care Right Here Saved Paul Becker’s Life

How Benefactor Joe Staufer Helped Pioneer Vail’s Health Future

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Climbing the Rockies Again After Treatment at Howard Head Sports Medicine

Cancer

A Journey of Rediscovery Through Healing at Jack’s Place

Planned Giving

Estate Giving Ensures Specialty Care for Future Generations

Employee Story / Patient Story

Emergency Department

When Every Moment Counts, Count on Vail Health’s Emergency Department

Cancer

Journey From Patient to Employee at Shaw Cancer Center

Patient Assistance Fund

Patient Assistance Fund Provides Relief During Medical Crises

Howard Head Sports Medicine

Back on The Ice for Good After Treatment at Howard Head

Family Birth Center

How Your Level II Nursery Kept My Baby Safe

Cardiology

Vail Health’s Cardiac Cath Lab Saves Lives, One Beat at A Time