Scaling back these services reduces transmission risk and ensures additional hospital beds are available if needed. To prepare for and rapidly respond to a potential surge in COVID-19 cases, Montage Health dramatically suspended or reduced non-urgent services. Preparedness plans that have been regularly practiced were put in place, and countless actions are being taken to protect the health and safety of patients, staff, and the community.Īll of this has come at a cost, to the organization and staff.
“Having the community join us in the fight against this pandemic is an incredible boost in morale for our dedicated healthcare providers and staff.”Īs the number of COVID-19 cases was growing around the world, Montage Health began preparing for the virus’ inevitable arrival in Monterey County. “While we anticipate and prepare for emergencies, the worldwide spread of COVID-19 is unparalleled in our lifetimes,” says Steven Packer, president/CEO of Montage Health. The Baszuckis’ gift and other funds from the community will be used to provide critical resources for patients and healthcare workers at Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and the other entities of Montage Health. “We are happy to support Montage Health and its emergency response to the coronavirus at this critical time.” “Even in this volatile financial market, giving what we can lets our medical warriors know we are with them,” Baszucki says. The Baszuckis said they were compelled to give, despite the uncertain economy.
So to meet the unprecedented need before us, and the desire of the community to help, we have launched this donor-inspired drive.” “They wanted to know what they could do to support the hospital, and particularly our healthcare workers who are bravely serving our community on the front lines of this crisis. “As the first positive cases were identified in Monterey County, the Baszuckis called. But then the community came to Montage Health, offering support. Kevin Causey, head of Montage Health Foundation, said initially the foundation was concerned about reaching out to the community when so many are facing economic challenges. We hope to inspire every person in our community to give what they can as well, to show you that we are in this with you.” You are fighting and risking your health every day to treat patients and save lives. “With this gift, we are letting the entire medical team know that we support you and appreciate your hard work. “This is the greatest health crisis of the last 100 years,” says Paul Baszucki, who made the contribution with his wife Helen. MONTEREY, CA – A Carmel couple moved by the work of local “medical warriors” has made an inspiring lead gift of $500,000 to Montage Health Foundation and is challenging community members to join in supporting the work of those on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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