News & Events

Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center Named as One of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2026 by Newsweek

Springfield, Ga. (Nov. 14, 2025) — Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center has been recognized by Newsweek for the second year in a row as one of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2026, while consistently ranking as one of the top five nursing homes (100–149 beds) in the State of Georgia. The Newsweek distinction is one of four major national honors awarded to Effingham… Read more »

2025 Lunch & Learn Event Brings Focus to Women’s Health and Cancer Awareness

Effingham Women’s Health recently hosted a Breast Cancer Awareness Lunch & Learn, bringing together community members for meaningful conversation about prevention, early detection, and survivorship. A heartfelt thank you to all who attended. Providing healthcare education in our community is one of our priorities. For those of you who were not able to make it,… Read more »

Incredible Show of Support at the 3rd Annual Soul to Sole Breast Cancer Awareness Walk & 5k

Even constant rain could not dampen the pink-infused enthusiasm at the third annual Soul to Sole 5K and walk in Guyton this past weekend, sponsored by the Effingham Health System Foundation. Most of the 460 registered participants from across the region showed up and had a great time raising funds and supporting Breast Cancer Awareness… Read more »

Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center Recognized with 2025 AHCA/NCAL Silver National Quality Award

Effingham Care and Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a 2025 Silver – Achievement in Quality Award recipient by the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). The award is the second of three distinctions possible through the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program, which recognizes organizations that meet progressively rigorous standards… Read more »

2025 Community Health Needs Assessment

Effingham Health System has released its 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment & Implementation Plan, prepared by the Center for Public Health Practice and Research. Download Effingham Health System 2025 CHNA Previous Years: Click Here to Download the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment & Implementation Plan Anyone wishing to submit written comments regarding the Community Health… Read more »

EHS Breaks Ground on New Medical Complex in South Effingham County

Thursday, June 26th — At an event filled with federal, state, and county political and healthcare representatives, Effingham Health System announced and broke ground for a new Medical Complex to be located in South Effingham County. The complex will be located on a 33-acre site at the corner of Goshen Road and the new Effingham… Read more »

A Full House at Men’s Health Breakfast Event

On Saturday, June 7 at 8 a.m., our community came together for a powerful and uplifting Men’s Health Breakfast—and we couldn’t have asked for a better turnout. With every seat filled, attendees enjoyed a delicious catered meal courtesy of Southern Kafe on 17, setting the stage for a morning of inspiration, education, and empowerment. Insightful Speakers,… Read more »

Fiesta of Champions and 2025 Service Awards

Effingham Hospital came alive with color during the Fiesta of Champions—another fun-filled event in honor of National Hospital Week. Continuing the vibrant Fiesta theme that lit up the entire week, employees from every department gathered to recognize and celebrate the outstanding dedication, compassion, and leadership of their coworkers. The event was a powerful reminder of… Read more »

EHS Celebrates National Skilled Nursing Week

Dear Skilled Nursing Team, I’m honored to recognize and celebrate each of you during Skilled Nursing Week. As a five-star team, you embody the very best of what skilled nursing can be—compassionate, resilient, committed, and deeply human. This year’s theme, “Tapestry of Life,” is a powerful reflection of the unique world you create every day:… Read more »

EHS Celebrates National Hospital Week

In recognition of National Hospital Week, we would like to share this letter from our CEO to our staff: Dear Staff Members, This week, as we celebrate National Hospital Week 2025, we recognize and thank each of you for your vital role in our team of over 500 dedicated employees. Each of you plays a… Read more »