Published on November 21, 2023

Ozarks Healthcare Foundation announces Annual Lights of Life and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Ozarks Healthcare

The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation and Ozarks Healthcare are inviting community members to attend their annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, which will be held Monday, December 11, at 5:30 p.m. inside Ozarks Healthcare’s main entrance at 1100 Kentucky Ave. in West Plains.

The tree will be decorated and illuminated with lights representing the Ozarks Healthcare Foundation’s “Lights of Life” program. Santa Claus will available to take pictures with children before the event, beginning at 4 p.m.

Lights of Life is a cherished tradition that allows community members to honor and celebrate the lives of loved ones.

“By purchasing a light on Ozarks Healthcare’s Tree of Life, you can pay tribute to those who have touched your heart in a meaningful way,” Josh Reeves, Vice President of Development at Ozarks Healthcare, said. “Your contribution not only adds a beautiful touch to our tree but also directly supports vital programs and services at our health system.”

Participation in the Ozarks Healthcare Foundation’s "Lights of Life" program allows the Ozarks Healthcare Foundation to continue providing exceptional care and making a positive impact on our community through the following programs and initiatives: 

  • Ozarks Healthcare Endowment Fund
  • Ozarks Healthcare Cancer Treatment Center Patient Emergency Fund
  • Ozarks Healthcare At Home: Hospice support funds for patients and families
  • Purchase of new health technology and services for Ozarks Healthcare

To purchase a light on Ozarks Healthcare’s Tree of Life and to find more information about the Tree Lighting Ceremony, visit https://www.ozarkshealthcare.com/support-us/foundation/lights-of-life/. You can also reach out to our Foundation office at 417-853-5200 if you have any questions or need assistance.

Ozarks Healthcare is a not-for-profit health system that serves more than 160,000 residents across south-central Missouri and northern Arkansas. With its main campus residing in West Plains, Missouri, the health system offers a full spectrum of healthcare for all ages through its 114-bed hospital, behavioral health, therapies, pharmacies, rehabilitation, and home care services, along with specialty and family medicine clinics. Ozarks Healthcare has rural locations across an eight-county service area and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations.

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