Impact Stories

Every day, Henry Ford Health improves health and well-being through patient-focused care, research breakthroughs and outreach into our communities. Read about these advances, their impact on patients, and the generous donors who help make it all possible.

Our stories

Grateful family makes generous in-kind donation to Child Life Services following hospitalization

After a long hospital stay, 7-year-old Wade Dallo received a special visit from Child Life Services. With gratitude, Wade’s family made a generous gift to the program.

Inspired by generations of care, given in gratitude

Generations of compassionate care at Henry Ford Health inspired the Taglioli family to make a meaningful gift, creating a lasting legacy at the Henry Ford Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion.

Grateful patient advances systemwide behavioral health and rehabilitation services

Eric Prevost had a lifechanging experience at Henry Ford. Now, he and his wife are ensuring others receive exceptional care for years to come.

Patient turns gratitude into impact through generous gift

After a care experience renewed her sight and hope, Val Withington is supporting research to improve outcomes for future patients like herself.

Former Henry Ford physician’s trailblazing legacy recognized through $15 million gift

Over the course of his storied career, Dr. Mani Menon has garnered international prestige for his trailblazing work in urology and robotic surgery. Today, he’s advancing his legacy through a transformational philanthropic gift.

Donor impact creates a beautiful healing environment for patients

A beautification project years in the making is enlivening a patient care space thanks to the generosity of multiple donors.

Retired Henry Ford Health leader amplifies legacy of growth and innovation through gift

Former President and CEO of Henry Ford Health Gail Warden continues advancing healthcare through his philanthropy.

Detroiters invest in the health of their community through generous gift

Mary Zatina and Kevin Prihod are supporting world-class healthcare right in their backyard.

Charity founded by Tigers manager supports pediatric patients

Legendary Detroit Tigers Manager Sparky Anderson was known for his warm personality, ability to motivate players, and a dynamic game strategy. But his focus wasn’t only on baseball – he wanted to make a difference in the lives of others.

 

Healthcare builder builds a philanthropic legacy of his own

Dave Imesch has helped bring healthcare facilities to life across the nation, but Henry Ford Providence Southfield and Novi Hospitals left a lasting impression on him.

 

Grateful family’s gift extends lifesaving patient care worldwide

Thanks to the generosity of a grateful patient and his family, advanced robotic techniques are now providing lifesaving and lifestyle preserving care around the world.

 

Local philanthropists give back with planned gifts while looking to the future

By themselves, St. John Hospital and Henry Ford Health were both formidable institutions. Now, by combining resources — and supporters like Lisa Vallee-Smith and Jeff Smith — the future looks bright for healthcare in Michigan.

Hospital experience inspires donor to improve patient care through gift

Dawn Treloar found the silver lining in a hospital visit and is using her philanthropy to support other seniors navigating healthcare.