Read stories from patients, healthcare workers and others to learn how your donation can impact lives.
All Stories
All Stories
Caregiver Stories
Patient Stories
Volunteer Stories
“We want to give our staff permission and resources to take care of themselves.” – Esther Lazano Otis, Staff Resiency Coordinator
Esther’s Story
“Often, right next to the patient, is a caregiver who’s under a tremendous amount of stress.” – Katy Kreienbaum, Caregiver Center Coordinator
Care for the Caregiver
After losing beloved family members to cancer and enduring multiple breast biopsies herself, Franchesca “Fran” Fede Gomez counts herself blessed to be cancer free.
Meet Fran and Her Team of Caregivers
It’s comforting to know there’s a team looking out for me should a need arise in the future.
Surviving Cancer and Finding Joy
“I went on this fly-fishing retreat, which was fabulous and exceeded my expectations, and endeavor in some nice things amidst the hard time. It helped me stay positive.” – Jacqueline, Patient
Supporting Jacqueline’s Healing Journey
“From the moment we walked in, everyone at the hospital understood what was happening and how stressed we were with other parts of our lives. We are very grateful for the team at Sentara Martha Jefferson.” – Michelle, Kenzie’s Mom
Michelle & Alexandra’s Story: Care Through Crisis
Like all expectant mothers, Amy Plopper ultimately just wanted to have a healthy baby her second time around. To make that happen, she collaborated closely with her Sentara Martha Jefferson team of physicians to realize her ideal birth plans.
Amy’s Story: A Circle of Support
SMJH Volunteer and cancer survivor was just a few years out from a major cardiac event when he got the surprising news from his SMJH doctor that he had an aggressive form of prostate cancer.
Bruce McClelland, Cancer Survivor
“The best part of volunteering at SMJH is feeling a part of a whole building of professionals and volunteers who truly care about the patients and visitors.” – Diane
Your gifts to Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital make a difference for our community’s healthcare, and all gifts made to Martha Jefferson stay in our community for maximum impact.
