St. Clair Hospital

Today, St. Clair Hospital continues to uphold its founding mission of caring for patients by supporting the health and economy of these same communities. And, like years ago, the Hospital must also continue to seek support from its local communities.

At a time when insurance reimbursements for hospital services are declining, St. Clair Hospital must continue to meet the medical needs of its local residents, while also offering a variety of important services and educational programs to help prevent disease. The Hospital’s commitment to improve the overall health of all of the communities it serves drives its mission, not only through in-hospital medical care, but also through extensive community health education services and programs.

Thanks to the support of so many generous donors, the St. Clair Hospital Foundation contributes more than $400,000 annually to the Hospital and its programs and services.

A variety of giving opportunities are available at St. Clair Hospital – some of which are unrestricted (where the need is greatest) and others which are restricted (funds support programs specifically selected by the donor). Current suggested restricted giving opportunities are outlined below; please contact the St. Clair Hospital Foundation at 412.942.2465 for additional information.

Emergency Department Expansion Project

St. Clair Hospital recently doubled the size of its Emergency Department to provide more efficient service for the rapidly growing number of patients who are being treated there. Donations will help pay for the $13.5 million dollar expansion project.

Behavioral & Mental Health Fund

This fund was established to help support programs, education and offset the cost of equipment for the Behavioral & Mental Health Unit.

Cardiovascular Services

• Heart Fund 
  With more than 45,000 annual visits, Cardiovascular Services at St. Clair Hospital offers many diagnostic services, as well as programs, centered on the heart. This fund helps provide for programs and upgrades to equipment and facilities. One of the programs paid through the Heart Fund is the Heart Truth for Women program.
• Cardiac Rehabilitation Program Scholarships
  St. Clair Hospital is home to one of the busiest cardiac rehabilitation programs in southwestern Pennsylvania. Patients with coronary heart disease or heart failure are referred to the St. Clair Hospital Cardiac Rehabilitation Center. Each patient receives expert evaluation and an individualized exercise program specific to his or her needs. Accredited by the American Association of Cardio-Pulmonary Rehabilitation, St. Clair Hospital’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Program is staffed by specially-trained professionals who customize exercise, education and counseling programs for each patient.

Endowment Fund

A strong endowment helps ensure that the Hospital’s world-class healthcare is always available in our community. Gifts to the St. Clair Hospital Foundation Endowment provide an annual income stream for a variety of needs. The gift (principal), which cannot be spent, is invested in an endowment pool of funds, and a pre-determined amount of the annual earned interest is available to fund selected projects and programs that will advance the overall success of the Hospital.

Emergency Services Fund

More than 50,000 patients relied on the expertise and outstanding care St. Clair Hospital’s Emergency Department professionals delivered in 2008. The annual number of patients seeking care at St. Clair Hospital’s Emergency Department is projected to increase to more than 65,000 visits within the next decade.

Oncology Fund

This fund was established to help offset the cost of equipment and programs at the Cancer Center as well as cancer care and educational programs.  Some of the programs that have been paid though the Oncology Fund are Terry Cloth Head Cover Ups for cancer patients, Oncology Nursing Today 2000 Education Series, the Memorial Garden and After Breast Surgery Product.

Orthopedic Fund

This fund was established to help support programs, education and offset the cost of equipment for the Orthopedic Unit, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy.

Patient Assistance Fund

The Patient Assistance Fund was established to assist patients in need. This fund pays for home care services, prescription drugs, personal care home stays, medical equipment and other medically necessary items that patients cannot afford. Over the past nine years, St. Clair Hospital Foundation has paid more than $57,800 in patient assistant funds.

Patient Transportation Fund

St. Clair Hospital Foundation has purchased and maintains a fleet of 11 vans for the Hospital’s Patient Transportation Service – a free service for patients who lack transportation to the Hospital and/or its satellite facilities. Last year, this program gave 15,000 patients 32,000 rides to and from our healthcare facilities.

Women’s & Children Services Fund

This fund was established to help support programs, education and offset the cost of equipment for the Family Birth Center (maternity unit), the Pediatric Unit and the Center for Maternal and Child Health. 

• Family Birth Center
  Programs that were funded through the Family Birth Center Fund include software and equipment for the Lactation Center, newborn hearing screening tests, and the annual memorial service for pregnancy losses.
• Cradle Crowd
  The birth of a baby is an exciting event, filled with memories that will be cherished forever. The Cradle Crowd provides new parents, grandparents, family members and friends with a unique opportunity to commemorate the special occasion with a beautiful keepsake to treasure, while also supporting the Family Birth Center at St. Clair Hospital. Click here for complete details and order form.
• Personalized Bracelets for Babies, Mothers, Grandmothers, Aunts, & Godmothers
  A Personalized Bracelet is a great gift for the new mom or baby, grandmother, godmother or aunt.  These beautiful bracelets also make great gifts for christenings, communions, birthdays, Christmas or any other special occasion.  
           The personalized bracelet will provide many years of enjoyment for the family while supporting the needs at the Family Birth Center at St. Clair Hospital.
           The birth of a baby is such a joyful time for the family and what better way to express your excitement than by displaying the new baby’s name on a personalized bracelet. Click here for complete details and order form.
• Pediatric Fund
  This fund was established to help support programs and offset the cost of equipment for the Pediatric Unit, the Center for Maternal and Child Health and community health education programs for children.