This month, Livingston HealthCare celebrates ten years in its home on Alpenglow Lane—a milestone made possible through the extraordinary generosity, trust, and collaboration of our community.
When the medical center opened its clinic doors on October 26, 2015, and the hospital on October 27, 2015, it marked a defining moment in Livingston’s history. The 125,000-square-foot facility united all Livingston HealthCare services under one roof, including a 25-bed critical access hospital and a Level IV Trauma Center with a helipad. This comprehensive campus set a new standard for modern, high-quality healthcare in rural Montana.
The $9.5 million raised through community philanthropy reflected the deep commitment of local residents, businesses, and hospital employees who believed in the power of neighbors helping neighbors. Many staff members joined the “Hour Club,” donating one hour of pay per pay period toward the project, an enduring example of Livingston HealthCare’s collaborative spirit and shared purpose.
The capital campaign committee, co-chaired by David Stanley and Dr. Debbie Erdman, brought together visionary leaders and hundreds of community advocates who worked tirelessly to make this decade-long dream a reality. Their efforts exemplified the proactive, fiscally responsible approach that continues to guide the Livingston HealthCare Foundation today.
“Ten years ago, our community came together to build more than a hospital; they built hope, access, and a healthier future,” said Joey Lane, Board Chair of the Livingston HealthCare Foundation. “This anniversary celebrates both the care delivered within these walls and the generosity that made it possible.”
The Livingston HealthCare Foundation remains committed to advancing the health and wellness of the region by financially supporting programs, services, and capital equipment needs across the organization. As the philanthropic heart of rural healthcare, the Foundation continues to ensure that access to cutting-edge care remains close to home.
Looking ahead, Livingston HealthCare, in partnership with Stroudwater Associates, has developed a facility master plan to guide its vision for growth. Both Cushing Terrell and Billings Clinic are assisting healthcare leadership in operationalizing the plan to expand key departments that have outgrown their current space. With a growing and aging population, these future renovations are essential to sustaining exceptional, patient-centered care.
“We rely on the same community partnership and generosity that built this facility ten years ago,” added Jessie Wilcox, Executive Director of the Foundation. “Together, we will continue shaping the future of healthcare for Livingston and beyond.”
About Livingston HealthCare
Livingston HealthCare is a not-for-profit, full-service healthcare organization serving Livingston, Park County, and the surrounding areas. As a critical access hospital and comprehensive medical campus, Livingston HealthCare is dedicated to improving community health through compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered care.
About the Livingston HealthCare Foundation
The Livingston HealthCare Foundation is the philanthropic heart of rural healthcare. As a trusted and proactive partner of Livingston HealthCare, the Foundation collaborates and responsibly ensures access to exceptional medical care through community support.
For more information or to support the Foundation’s mission, visit LHCFoundation.org.