DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — According to the Southeast Health Foundation, its Board of Trustees recently awarded more than $20,000 to the Southeast Health Nursing Department to support programs aimed at recognizing nurses and enhancing patient care.
The foundation said the funding will help support the hospital’s 2026 Nurses Week celebrations, fully fund the DAISY Award program each year, and purchase therapy tools designed to provide comfort to patients.
“These funds will bring celebration, joy, and comfort to our hospital by: Supporting the recent 2026 Nurses Week celebrations. Fully funding the DAISY Award program each year that honors extraordinary care. Purchasing vital fidget therapy tools to bring comfort to our patients.”
Foundation officials praised the dedication of the nursing staff and expressed appreciation for the support provided by donors.
“Our nurses pour their hearts and souls into caring for our community every single day. And the Board of Trustees wants them to feel just how deeply they are loved and appreciated!”
The foundation also thanked donors for helping make the funding possible.
“To our amazing Southeast Health Foundation donors, THANK YOU. Your generosity directly fuels the hands that heal.”
Officials encouraged community members to show support for local nurses by sharing messages of appreciation and recognition.
