What is hugs?

HUGS Is a non-profit hospital organization founded in 1998 that was formed to support and promote our local healthcare facility. The members are a volunteer-based auxiliary focusing on patient well-being at Garfield County Hospital and Swing Bed Care Center. 

HUGS is funded by your donations to purchase equipment, help with entertainment events for the patients and provide a home-like environment.
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In the past 7 years, HUGS has given over $31,000 in donations:
  • 70" TV for the Dayroom
  • New Chairs for the Clinic, Dayroom, Lab Waiting Room, and Activities Department
  • Window Curtains for Patient's Rooms
  • Head Support for the Beauty Shop
  • Mother's Day Tea Floral Centerpieces
  • Entertainment for the Patients by a Local Ventriloquist
  • Outings to Local Restaurants and Pizza Parties
  • Santa Suit for the Annual Christmas Party
  • Blanket Warmers for Hospital Patients
  • Floor Burnisher for Environmental Services
  • Annual $500 Scholarship for an Individual Entering the Medical Field
  • Geriatric Chairs

Interested in Volunteering?
HUGS would like to invite anyone that is interested in volunteering to join their monthly meetings on the 3rd Friday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at the Pataha Flour Mill. New members are always welcome. By volunteering your time, you can make a difference in the lives of our patients. 

Donate

 Donations can be given to HUGS at: 
Blue Mountain Community Foundation 
P.O. Box 603
Walla Walla, WA 99362
509-529-4731
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