The partnerships facilitated by the Foundation with community members, businesses, and other foundations has allowed for increased support to the Hospital in multiple areas. Here are a few of the recent areas of increased support.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for residents of Santa Cruz County. In fact, 40% of all heart attacks are fatal. Early medical intervention is key to surviving a heart attack. Statistics show that patients who get to the emergency room within one hour of the onset of symptoms have a greater chance of survival.
Patients requiring acute rehabilitation services have highly complex needs. Stroke victims, patients with traumatic brain or spinal cord injuries, and those who are recovering from other neurologic surgeries need the expert care of specialized professionals. Our Acute Rehabilitation Center is the most distinguished acute rehab program on the central coast and has been going strong for over 20 years. Dominican Hospital is the only certified Primary Stroke Center on the Central Coast.
The $4M Path to Wellness Campaign is an urgent call to action seeking philanthropic investment to sustain and expand the Wellness Center and the Katz Cancer Resource Center. These vital Dominican Hospital programs provide essential education, prevention, rehabilitation, and patient navigation services to thousands of individuals and families in our community each year.
- Bennett & Suzy Katz Cancer Resource Center: Located at the Mary and Richard Solari Cancer Center, this facility offers medical, physical, and emotional support for patients and families facing cancer. Services—including one-on-one counseling, workshops, and Nurse Navigator support—are provided free of charge to help manage the complexities of treatment.
- Wellness Center: Located in the Live Oak district, the Wellness Center is an accessible space serving disabled and chronically ill patients. It houses the Personal Enrichment Program (PEP), which offers in-person and virtual classes designed to support physical, social, and emotional well-being while keeping individuals active and engaged in the community.
Your generosity is key to maintaining and growing these critical health resources. Together, we can ensure that everyone—regardless of age, background, or financial situation—has access to the support they need to thrive.