Category: News & Events
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FLU Season Visitor Guidelines
Due to the increase of respiratory illnesses in our community, we would like to implement the following guidelines: Main Hospital and All Physician Practices(except Pediatric Center—see below) Pediatric Center Guidelines We appreciate your support as we take these additional steps to protect our patients.
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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
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Mobile Check-In and Online Bill Pay Are Here with Phreesia!
Beginning December 2, 2025, Phreesia is available for appointments with: For Existing Patients Effingham Health System now offers mobile check-in and online bill payment throughPhreesia—making your visit easier, faster, and more convenient. A few days before your appointment, you’ll receive a secure email or text message fromPhreesia. Use the link to check in online—anytime, from
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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
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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
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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
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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,
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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
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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:
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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