Funds at McKee Medical Center Foundation
The McKee Medical Center Foundation was established in April 1981 to develop and generate ongoing philanthropic support for the growth and development of McKee Medical Center, its affiliates and the communities it serves.
Started by a group of individuals who later served on its board of directors, the board now consists of 35 community leaders and ex-officio members who serve in fundraising, friend-making and stewardship capacities.
Fundraising supports more than 33 funds held at the Foundation:
Angel for Lost Children: The Angel for Lost Children statue on the Wellness Walk at McKee Medical Center offers a peaceful place of solace for those who have experienced the death of a child. The second Sunday of every December is National Children’s Memorial Day. The Foundation hosts a candlelight vigil at the site of the Angel. To have a luminaria with your child's name at the event please contact (970) 593-6038.
B.A.B.Y. Foundation: Formed in 2003, this fund financially aids families in Northern Colorado who have children with medical challenges and the financial issues that result because of the high cost of health care. For more information click here.
Cancer Center: McKee’s Cancer Center is one of Northern Colorado’s most comprehensive cancer diagnosis and treatment facilities. Integrated programs in cancer treatment, participation in research clinical trials and an array of education and preventative programs ensure cancer patients receive up-to-date and highly effective cancer care services. Recognized for cancer care excellence, McKee Medical Center has been designated a Community Cancer Program by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.
Cancer Center - Bridge Emergency Patient Assistance: This fund provides prescription assistance to cancer patients who are unable to afford their medications and emergency funds such as rent or utilities in time of need.
Cancer Center - Hearts of Hope: This is a support group for kids whose parents have cancer or who have experienced a loss. It meets monthly September through June on Saturday am and sessions for parents are also offered at the same time.
Cancer Center - Memory Walkway: A walkway of engraved pavers in the garden by the Cancer Center providing you the opportunity to remember and celebrate your loved ones. Read more information.
Breast Cancer Support Group: The group at McKee Cancer Center supports those touched by breast cancer. The group provides emotional support, education and community activities in a group setting.
Children: This fund supports children's needs at McKee Medical Center.
Emergency Department: To keep this department state-of-the art, the fund supports equipment purchases and training needs.
Healthy Beginnings: This is a community-based prenatal program for families where the mother is pregnant and either is low-income and has no insurance or is underinsured. The primary purpose is to help women access prenatal care as early as possible in order to deliver a healthy baby. Established in 1991, this program serves more than 250 families a year.
Heart Watchers Rehabilitation: This program began in 1977 and in 1999 became based at McKee Medical Center supported by the Foundation. It is a Phase III/IV cardiac rehabilitation program which exists to provide the Loveland-Berthoud area with a low-cost, medically supervised exercise and education program for persons with diagnosed heart disease and for those at risk for heart disease.
Interfaith Chapel: A place in McKee where individuals can come for quiet time and peaceful meditation. Whether it is the birth of a new baby, the success of a surgery, or the emotions surrounding death, critical times like these call for a place where we can seek spiritual support and reflection.
KidSelf Pediatric Therapy Program: This sliding-fee program is set up to assist families with very young children experiencing physical, developmental and communication difficulties in covering the cost of therapy when insurance is not available.
Kruger – Respiratory: Kathleen Kruger worked as a volunteer at McKee Medical Center for many years before her death. Having been born with a pulmonary illness, she was particularly in touch with the needs of those with health and medical issues. This fund supports respiratory needs of the hospital.
Kruger – Wellspring Library: Kathleen Kruger’s duties within the library covered the important job of interacting with the public and assisting with their informational needs. Her belief that information must be made available to assist with decisions regarding all medical processes and to increase coping skills was evident in the love she directed to the Wellspring Library. Her endowment to the library was done with great thought and a strong determination to make a difference.
Lifeline: This fund assists those who cannot afford this service. Lifeline provides 24 hour personal response service to older adults living at home allowing them to live independently and confidently in their own home.
Loveland Community Health Center (LCHC): Opened in 1997, the center is committed to providing quality, comprehensive family health care services for the medically underserved populations of our community.
- LCHC Children/Realtors for Kids: This program was begun in 1999 as a partnership between realtors and the LCHC. This programs helps medically underinsured children get the basics of health care they need such as well-child checkups, immunizations, dental care and prescriptions. If you are a realtor and are interested in participating in this program:
- Access the pledge form you will need to complete and submit to your payroll department to begin participation.
- Access the check form you will need to complete to send your checks to the Foundation for processing.
- Download the official recognition certificate to present to your honorees
- LCHC Prescriptions: This fund assists low-income area residents (Medicare, low income, uninsured, SSI, unemployed)in obtaining medications for chronic health problems.
- LCHC Dental: This fund supports the dental operations of the LCHC and equipment needs benefitting the low-income area residents.
McKee Breast Center: This comprehensive center addresses the breast health needs of women throughout Northern Colorado. In addition to screening and diagnostic services, the Breast Center offers an extensive resource library providing a variety of educational materials for patients and their families.
McKee Cares: This fund assists McKee Medical Center and its affiliate employees with confidential, critical, short-term needs. The one-time payments and support are used to meet basic emergency needs of food, clothing, shelter, utilities and other critical areas as appropriate.
P.A.R.T.Y (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth): This program provides high school students with a dramatic look at the effects of alcohol use and risk-related behaviors at an all day class held at McKee Medical Center.
Prescription Assistance: This fund assists low-income residents in obtaining mediations for chronic health problems. By helping people afford their medications, we encourage healthier life styles and promote wellness for our patients while decreasing hospitalizations and emergency rooms visits.
Safety Committee: This fund provides education and training for employees on aspects of safety.
Scholarships: The McKee Scholarship program is comprised of three categories - High school seniors going into a health care related field, McKee employee children and adult learners entering a health care field. We are investing in the lives of those who may one day be taking care of us.
Senior Services: This fund supports programs, equipment and education for senior patients and community members.
Simulation Center: The simulation center at McKee is a 3,000-square-foot state-of-the-art education and training center that provides and supports simulation training of all kinds, from virtual reality trainers to computerized mannequins to simulated team training events.
Stepping Stones Adult Day Program: This program provides participants an opportunity to socialize, build friendships, and enjoy stimulating activities in a safe, caring environment. By tailoring activities to meet individual’s specific needs, Stepping Stones becomes a place where dignity, confidence, security and independence are assured, giving participants new levels of freedom and enhancing their quality of life.
Shelton – Nursing Scholarships: Floyd C. Shelton left an endowment fund to provide scholarships and awards for nurses at McKee.
Sunshine Cart: In August of 1991, a local resident wanted to do something to brighten the lives of patients. The Sunshine Cart was begun and is stocked full of items to make patients feel more comfortable and at home during their stay at McKee Medical Center. On the cart you’ll find such items as: ear plugs, deodorant, lip balm, back scratchers, coloring books/crayons, calming cds, note cards/pens/stamps, hand cream and glasses cases.
Unrestricted Fund: To provide for emerging needs, the Foundation Board of Directors relies on gifts from the community to our “Unrestricted Fund”. From this Fund, the Board provides the money to purchase the vital equipment, programs, and services necessary for McKee to provide the highest quality health care.
Volunteers: The Service League (volunteers) is composed of more than 500 caring, giving individuals who are involved in a wide variety of volunteer service activities. Through various fundraising activities, they are able to donate proceeds to be used for hospital equipment or other purchases.
Wellness/Nature Walk: This ¾ mile trail on the McKee campus is designed to provide a healthy and educational walkway for area residents, patients of McKee, visitors to the facility and employees. One can also honor a loved one with a plaque along the walk.
