Southwest Iowa Community Foundation Donation Enhances Emergency Care at Grape Community Hospital
Pictured from Left: Michele Fichter, Tanya Hayes
April 16, 2025
George C. Grape Community Hospital is pleased to receive generous funding from the Southwest Iowa Community Foundation, which funded the purchase of a new Zoll Defibrillator for the hospital’s emergency department.
Defibrillators play a crucial role in the treatment of sudden cardiac arrest, a condition in which the heart suddenly stops beating. The new Zoll Defibrillator delivers
advanced defibrillation technology, significantly improving patient outcomes by increasing the likelihood of survival when cardiac emergencies occur. This upgrade replaces an older unit that had exceeded its expected service life.
The new defibrillator offers a number of state-of-the-art features, including real-time CPR feedback and enhanced diagnostics, helping clinical staff deliver the most effective life-saving care. These capabilities are particularly impactful for vulnerable populations such as pediatric patients and seniors, who may require rapid and precise resuscitation efforts.
This donation will not only improve in-hospital care, but also opens the door to future community-wide CPR and AED training initiatives, aimed at increasing awareness and preparedness throughout the region. Greater access to training and high-quality emergency equipment contributes to a more resilient and health-conscious community.
The support from the Southwest Iowa Community Foundation directly strengthens the hospital’s ability to provide timely, life-saving interventions and reinforces its ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality care for patients across Fremont County and beyond.
George C. Grape Community Hospital, located in Hamburg, Iowa, is a critical access hospital dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care close to home. With a focus on emergency services, rehabilitation, specialty clinics, and preventative care, Grape continues to expand its offerings through the support of generous donors and community partnerships.
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