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Improving long-term health in our community

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Chronic disease remains a major health challenge in Southeastern Ohio. In our recent community health survey, 55% of people said that chronic disease is a top concern.

Genesis supports prevention, early detection, education and ongoing local care for chronic health conditions, including heart disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and cancer.

2025 community impact

$92,454

Invested in chronic disease programs

5,191

People served

Providing cancer care close to home

In 2025, the Genesis Cancer Care Center celebrated 10 years of high-quality cancer care close to home, providing nationally accredited services and a WrapAround Care model that supports patients throughout their treatment journey.

Stroke care for fast, high-quality treatment

Genesis earned many American Heart Association stroke awards in 2025, including Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite, Target: BP Gold+, Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll and the Rural Stroke Gold Award.

Preparing communities for heart emergencies

From lifesaving moments to ongoing care, these programs provide training and support:

AED loaner program

Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) can be borrowed by community groups hosting events. Training is available. Call 740-455-7571.

Heart Alliance

Provides AEDs and training to schools, libraries, police departments and other community locations across six counties.

New Hopeful Hearts Support Group

Support is available for people living with heart disease or recovering from a heart event. For details, call 740-455-7571.

Emily J. Brawner, D.O. 
Pulmonary/Critical Care Physician, Genesis Lung Center 

Expanding lung care and early detection

Testing, evaluation and treatment help you manage your lung health:

Pulmonary services in Coshocton

Lung specialty care expanded to Coshocton to provide local care to everyone who calls the area home. For appointments, call 740-722-9524.

Early lung cancer detection

Improved screening helps find lung disease sooner, which typically leads to better outcomes. Visit genesishcs.org/low-dose.

Genesis Black Lung Program

Screening and treatment are available for current and former coal miners. For details, call 800-322-4762.

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Genesis supports prevention, early detection, education and ongoing local care for chronic health conditions.

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Partnering with our community for better health

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Healthy communities start with the people who live there. Across Southeastern Ohio, residents care deeply about the health of their families and neighbors.

To strengthen these efforts, Genesis HealthCare System partners with the Southeastern Ohio Health Improvement Collaborative, which includes the Zanesville-Muskingum, Perry, Noble and Morgan County Health Departments. Together, we use community feedback to identify and prioritize the health needs that matter most.

Listening to our communities

In 2024, residents, community partners and public health leaders participated in the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) survey to identify the top health needs in our region. Their input guided the development of our 2025–2027 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP). The plan focuses on the health needs that matter most in Southeastern Ohio.

Genesis priorities for 2025 to 2027

Based on this feedback, we identified three priority areas where we can work together to make the greatest impact:

  • Behavioral health

  • Chronic disease

  • Access to healthcare

These priorities guide our efforts to build a healthier, better future for Southeastern Ohio.

Find out what needs you said matter most. Visit genesishcs.org/chna2024.

See how you are shaping a healthier community. Visit genesishcs.org/chip2025.

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Three priority areas where we can work together to make the greatest impact.

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The future of behavioral health

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Expanding access for our community

Genesis provides compassionate behavioral health services for people looking for support. Reaching out is an important step for yourself and those you care about. Our team helps connect patients with the right care, whether it is inpatient, outpatient or support during a difficult time.

1,232

Inpatients served.

2,670

Outpatients served.

3,902

Total patients served.

371 patients served through community benefit programs.

Behavioral Health Connection

To help people connect to local care, Genesis and Allwell Behavioral Health Services opened a call center.

Behavioral Health Connection, started in 2025, offers help with non‑urgent mental health and substance use needs. The call center is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. to Muskingum County residents, with plans to expand to multiple counties. Patients can call 740-455-8028 or be referred by their physician.

Thanks to our community partners, as we work together to improve behavioral health

Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit

We began construction for the Genesis Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit in 2025. Opening in spring 2026, this new facility will offer short-term residential care for youth who are experiencing a behavioral health crisis.

The center will provide support close to home and help reduce the need for hospitalization or placement outside the county. It will also connect youth to ongoing support as part of their care plan to help reduce future crises.

In collaboration with the Muskingum Area Mental Health and Recovery Services Board, Genesis was awarded American Rescue Plan Act grant funding through the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health, making this project possible.

Rendering of the Youth Crisis Stabilization Unit

Read more in our 2025 Community Impact Report
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Our team helps connect patients with the right care, whether it is inpatient, outpatient or support during a difficult time.

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Community Impact Report - Based on 2025 outcomes

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A healthy community starts with people who look out for each other. Caring for your health, encouraging a neighbor in need and choosing healthy habits all make a difference. In 2025, thousands of people across our region made choices that strengthened their well‑being and the well‑being of those around them.

What is community impact?

Community impact reflects Genesis HealthCare System’s ongoing commitment to improve your health and well-being.

Using what we learned from the Community Health Needs Assessment, we focus on the challenges that matter most.

Through programs, partnerships, education and outreach, Genesis joins with community members and local organizations to reduce barriers to care and support healthier living across our region.

This report highlights the ways these efforts drive lasting change across our region.

Community impact includes:

  • Expanding access to care through financial assistance, access and support services
  • Promoting prevention and early detection through education, outreach, health screenings and chronic disease support
  • Collaborating with community partners to address priority health needs and social factors that influence your well-being

 

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    Community Benefit Report: Based on 2024 results

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    Community Benefit Report: based on 2023 results

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    Community benefit report 2021 recap

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    Making a difference in our community

    See a recap of how our community benefit programs helped our community become healthier in 2021. Initiatives included classes, health information and financial support for medical care.

    Read the full report HERE.

     

    Making a difference in our community. 

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