A Word from the CEO

It’s rare that a single day passes without somebody asking me what impact health care reform will have on Grace Cottage Hospital.

As my wife and the rest of the staff here at Grace Cottage will be quick to tell you, I’m rarely speechless, but I find this question unanswerable at the moment. I’m a native of the flatlands of eastern Colorado, so you can be sure that when I say I’m waiting for the dust to settle, I’ve seen lots of dust...but nothing like the amount that’s being generated over this issue of health care reform.

What I do know, though, is that Grace Cottage’s staff provides health care the way it should be given, and we’ll continue to work on the front lines of health care, providing personal and professional care. Because of our small size and our incredibly dedicated staff, patients here have the opportunity to receive what’s becoming increasingly rare nationwide – health care that’s extremely personalized, and deeply caring. The volume of mail that we receive thanking our staff for providing "above and beyond" care attests to the fact that the care at Grace Cottage exceeds expectations.

There’s no question that the health care system in the U.S. is in need of reform. While we wait to see how it all shakes out, our dedicated staff will continue carrying out our mission: "to provide excellence in health care and well-being, putting people first." Whether it’s by diagnosing illnesses, providing active classes to promote wellness, helping people whose time has come to leave this world with dignity and respect, or promoting healthy lifestyles, our staff provides patient care that is second to none.

Mick Brant

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