Huntington Hospital Stay Strong During the Eaton Fire
Through thick and thin, good times and bad, Huntington Hospital is rooted in our community providing life-saving care when it is needed most.
The recent Eaton Fire put that commitment to the test.
The fire claimed at least 18 lives and destroyed more than 9,000 buildings, making it the fifth deadliest and second most destructive wildfire in California’s history. Within the first three days, about 50% of Huntington Hospital’s staff were affected by evacuation orders. Despite facing their own personal hardships, many staff members still came to work reflecting Huntington’s deep commitment and connection to our community.
Thanks to your support, Huntington Hospital remained open throughout the crisis, continuing to deliver essential emergency and inpatient care. We also deployed nurses and medical supplies to the Pasadena Convention Center, helped coordinate the evacuation and support of seniors and other vulnerable residents, and quickly converted a conference room into a food and personal care pantry for displaced employees.
Your generosity didn’t just help us keep the doors open it helped us go above and beyond.
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Through it all, Huntington Hospital is here for you.
Your support is an investment in leading-edge care.
The Future of Huntington Hospital is Bright
Shaping the Future of Cancer Care, Today
At Huntington Hospital, we are not just keeping pace with the future we are leading it.
With the addition of the Ion robotic-assisted system, we are transforming how lung cancer is diagnosed and treated. Huntington patients can now receive a precise, minimally invasive lung biopsy, diagnosis, and treatment all in a single day. This cutting-edge technology reflects our commitment to moving beyond the basics and redefining what’s possible in patient care.
Early detection saves lives. And now, thanks to Ion and our expert Huntington physicians, we are able to find and treat lung cancer earlier than ever before giving patients better outcomes, more options, and renewed hope. Learn more at huntingtonhealth.org.
Celebrating 40 Years: Senior Care Network
— A Legacy of Support
Your generosity helps provide compassionate care and expert support for seniors and adults with disabilities, and the families who support them.
Thanks to donors like you, the Senior Care Network (SCN) is celebrating its founding in 1984. What began as a vision to integrate services for older adults and people with disabilities has grown into a comprehensive, hospital-based lifeline for our community.
Today, a dedicated team of more than 30 social workers, nurses, support staff, and volu serve more than 15,000 individuals each year offering personalized assistance through programs like caregiver support, the Senior CareLine, Assisted Living Waiver, and more.
Your generosity fuels these life-enhancing services and ensures older adults and adults with disabilities can age with dignity, independence, and well-being. Thank you for making this 40-year journey possible, and ensuring it remains a community resource for years to come. To learn more about SCN’s vital programs, visit huntingtonhealth.org/community/ senior-care-network.
Your Impact in Action:
$144.5M+ in Community Benefits
Because of your generosity, Huntington Hospital provided more than $144 million in essential services last year expanding access, improving health, and reaching those who need it most.
Here is how your support made a difference in 2024:
• Primary and specialty care for uninsured individuals.
• Free or discounted prescription medications.
• Senior Caring Fund grants for vulnerable seniors.
• Six-week diabetes education for patients and loved ones.
• Support groups in lung cancer, diabetes, and mind-body wellness.
• 1,360 flu shots and 1,500 health screenings.
• The PORT outreach team, assisting people experiencing homelessness.
Thank you for being a vital part of building a healthier community together.
Investing in a Healthier Tomorrow:
Addressing Rising Cancer Rates in Young Adults
At Huntington Hospital, we are seeing a growing need for cancer prevention in younger adults. Recent data from the American Cancer Society shows rising rates of skin, breast, colorectal, and cervical cancers in people ages 20 to 39.
With your support, we offer education, screenings, and access to care helping patients understand their risks and detect cancer earlier, when outcomes are best. Together, we are building a healthier, more informed community, where prevention and early action save lives every day. To learn more, visit huntingtonhealth.org/ our-services/cancer-treatment.
Celebrating Huntington Volunteers
Whether they are greeting a worried family member, guiding a lost visitor, or supporting staff behind the scenes, our volunteers are a vital part of what makes Huntington Hospital a place of hope and healing
In 2024 more than 4,200 volunteers, ages 14 to 94, gave 109,253 hours of their time. Last year alone, we welcomed 1,142 new volunteers — 221 adults, 396 college students and 525 high school students and these numbers continue to climb in 2025. If you see a volunteer at the hospital, please take a moment to thank them.
We are truly stronger, together.
Tracey and Beacon, Pet Assisted Therapy (PAT) program volunteers
What the Shifting Economy Means for Your Giving
You ’ ve likely heard the phrase “uncertain times” before when the economy was unpredictable. It’s something many of us are now hearing again.
We know your commitment to Huntington Hospital remains steadfast. But we also respect that in moments like these, you want to make sure your financial future stays strong.
The good news: You don’t have to choose between the two. In fact, you have several gift options that can make an impact at Huntington while you protect yourself and your loved ones.
G I F T S T H AT PAY YO U
Charitable gift annuity: You make a gift to the hospital and receive fixed, reliable income payouts for life in return, regardless of what happens in the markets.
G I F T S T H AT H E L P YO U
A gift from your IRA: If you are 70½ or older, you can give from your IRA directly to Huntington Hospital without paying income taxes. If you are required to take minimum distributions, you can use your gift to satisfy all or part of your obligation.
Together Through the Fire
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Dr. Alexis K. Rieber, Huntington Hospital Medical Staff and Cedars-Sinai Ear Nose and Throat physician, saw the destruction firsthand: entire neighborhoods where she grew up and currently lived were lost to the flames. Amidst
“I have great confidence in Huntington Hospital and its leadership, and I’m confident my support will enhance the lives of the people they serve.”
Mei-Lee Ney, Legacy Donor
Donor Advised Fund (DAF): Some donors find tax advantages in setting up a Donor Advised Fund. Ready to make an impact? Recommend a grant (or recurring grants) to support Huntington Hospital.
Appreciated stock: Despite market volatility, if you have held a stock for at least one year that has risen in value, you could donate it, qualify for an income tax deduction and eliminate tax on the appreciation.
Leave a legacy at the hospital with the addition of as little as one sentence in your will or living trust to support Huntington and the people we serve.
H E R E TO WO R K W I T H YO U
Please contact Helen Bechtolt at 626-397-3241 or helen.bechtolt@huntingtonhealth.org if you want more information. We look forward to working with you.
the devastation, she shared a moment of hope:
“One of the most beautiful things about this fire was the fact that the Huntington community completely came together,” she said.
Your support makes stories like this possible. It saves lives, strengthens resilience, and binds our community together especially when we need each other most.
