OZH contributes to 2023 Christmas Assistance Program

Ozarks Healthcare officials say they are proud to have participated in the Greater West Plains Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Assistance Program, a collaborative effort with Ozark Action. Assistance program officials reported applications were processed for 173 households, benefiting 450 children, through the 2023 holiday season. Through the collective efforts of Ozarks Healthcare and the generosity of local businesses, individuals, churches and organizations, all eligible applicants received much-needed assistance, they added. Multiple OZH hospital and clinic departments were among those who adopted families and purchased gifts for children and parents. Staff also decorated themed Christmas trees to share with families. The staff and providers at OZH Family Medicine and West Plains Walk-in Clinic also came together to donate 72 bags full of food for children through Ozark Action. Officials from OZH give a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who contributed through monetary donations and donated items.