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Community Support: Holiday Trees Gifted to Fisher House

Fisher House and North Florida Hospital Teams with the donated holiday trees.
Fisher House and North Florida Hospital Teams with the donated holiday trees. From left to right: Kimo Ortiz, Fisher House Program Manager; Kelly Wilson, Program Support Assistant; Paul Robinson, husband of events creator; Alena Trella, Director of Healthcare/Wound Care and HBO; Michelle Padin, Manager of the Senior Healthcare Center at Crown Pointe; Linda Turner, Director of Radiation Oncology.
By Katie Butler, Public Affairs Specialist

The VA Fisher House in Gainesville, Fla, recently received a generous donation of 27 holiday trees from the North Florida Hospital. This donation is part of the hospital's 24th Annual Holiday Tree Benefit, which aims to spread joy and cheer during the holiday season.

The beautiful holiday trees helped create a warm and festive atmosphere for families staying at the Fisher House, providing them with comfort and support during challenging times.

The Gainesville VA Fisher House is a welcoming place for families and caregivers of Veterans receiving care at the Malcom Randall VA Medical Center. Positioned on the medical center's campus, this beautiful home offers temporary lodging in a comfortable and relaxed environment. Being so close to the hospital allows families to support their loved ones during difficult times. 

Kimo Ortiz, Fisher House Manager spoke on the importance of community. “The Fisher House strives to provide a sense of comfort and community, this sense of community is important, especially during the holidays, as it helps lift spirits and makes the difficult times a little brighter for those who give so much.”

“Our partnership has been cherished by numerous Veterans families which would have never thought of being in the holiday spirit since their loved one has been hospitalized.” said Ortiz. 

The longstanding partnership between North Florida Hospital and the North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System exemplifies the power of collaboration among community organizations. Together, they make a meaningful difference in supporting the Veterans who bravely served our country.

For more information on the Fisher House please visit: Gainesville Fisher House | VA North Florida/South Georgia Health Care | Veterans Affairs