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Community HealthCare System recently received a donation of $50,000 from the estate of Benedict Patrick Heideman. Heideman, a native of Corning, passed away in November of 2021. Gary Heideman, Ben’s nephew and co-executor of his estate, delivered the donation.

Gary said his uncle had been a successful farmer, stockman, and dairyman his whole life. As someone who “loved to see stuff grow,” Ben was a good steward of the land, and he wanted to extend the...

Community HealthCare System has installed a new, state-of-the art magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI, machine. The FUJIFILM Echelon Oval boasts the widest wide-bore opening in the industry as well as optimal image quality.

According to Jason McKinsey, CHCS Radiology Manager, the new MRI at Onaga Community Hospital has many features to make it more comfortable for patients.

“The Echelon Oval offers a wider opening and a wider table to make it comfortable...

JoAnn has been the manager of Community HomeHealth for more than 15 years. Her variety of nursing experience -- from hospital floors and a pediatric physician’s office to a nursing home -- and her deep knowledge and dedication to providing high-quality care have helped Community HomeHealth earn a spot on the HomeCare Elite list of the top 25 percent of agencies...

The pelvic floor comprises the muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue that support and stabilize the organs in your pelvis. It might not be an area of the body that you want to discuss, but pelvic floor problems that result in incontinence, pelvic pain, or other problems are quite common. Occupational therapy can help, and Community HealthCare System now offers this specialized treatment.

According to Jill Nolte, CHCS occupational therapist, pelvic floor therapy can address pain,...

UPDATE: Since June 2, 13 residents and 14 associates have tested positive for COVID-19. Several have already come out of isolation / been able to return to work. All have experienced only minor symptoms. 

A new variant that is causing increased COVID-19 infections around the country has not spared our area. Since June 2, St. Marys Manor has had eight residents and ten associates test positive for COVID-19. All residents are currently experiencing only minor symptoms and...