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You want to say thank you. We can help.

Patients and their loved ones often ask, "How can I express my gratitude to my caregivers?" Maybe it was the compassionate expertise of a nurse, the life-saving care of a physician or an unexpected act of kindness from a hospital volunteer that made a difference.

Sharing your appreciation is a powerful way to acknowledge their impact and transform your gratitude into a meaningful act that can bring comfort and purpose during pivotal moments.

Whether you want to celebrate a special caregiver or share your story with others, the Trinity Health Foundation team collaborates closely with healthcare teams to ensure your appreciation is conveyed in the most meaningful way.

Here are some ways to express your gratitude for the care you or a loved one received:

Make a Gift in Honor of a Caregiver

Recognize a caregiver or unit with a gift through Grateful for You in their honor. Your profound gesture of appreciation not only deeply touches those you recognize but also supports vital care for patients and families, empowers dedicated care teams and provides essential resources for equipment, research and education.

HONOR A CAREGIVER

Make a Gift in Honor of a Loved One

Recognize a loved one with a gift made in their name. Your heartfelt tribute in celebration of this cherished individual will leave a lasting positive impact on the health and well-being of others. Learn more about memorial giving.

HONOR A LOVED ONE

Nominate Your Nurse for the DAISY Award

Acknowledge outstanding care by nominating a registered nurse (RN) for the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses.

Volunteer Your Time

Channel your gratitude into meaningful impact by volunteering with UnityPoint Health – Trinity. Our Volunteer Services team warmly invites you to share your time and talents.

Share Your Story

Tell us about how your care team made a positive impact on your experience at UnityPoint Health – Trinity. With your permission, we would love to share your story with care teams and in our communications.

Connect with a Member of the Trinity Health Foundation Team

Discover unique and meaningful ways to express your gratitude. Connect with a member of our team and learn more about how your giving makes an impact by contacting us at (563) 742-7610 or foundation@unitypoint.org.

The Power of Your Appreciation

Carol Horstmann and her husband, Jim, are dedicated to honoring outstanding nurses and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals. Through their scholarship established with Friends of Trinity, they greatly impact the lives of students attending Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences. Carol knows first-hand that one person can make an extraordinary different.

"A great nurse takes really good care of you during your stay. An outstanding nurse remembers every detail of your story. I am grateful for Kathy's dedication to her profession and her wholehearted spirit."

- Carol Horstmann, Grateful Patient

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