The Westchester Medical Center Foundation is the philanthropic arm of HealthAlliance Hospital, a member of WMCHealth. This newly expanded and enhanced 162‑bed hospital in Kingston, NY provides acute care services and direct access to the renowned care of the Hudson Valley’s largest healthcare network, WMCHealth. HealthAlliance is a Certified Primary Stroke Center and a designated Level III Trauma Center. Services include Emergency Medicine, Cardiac Catheterization, Critical Care, Surgery, Orthopedics, and the Family Birth Center. It is also home to WMCHealth’s Heart & Vascular Institute, the Women’s Health Institute, the Wound Healing Center, the Dialysis Center, the Diabetes Education Center, and more.
New & Noteworthy
HealthAlliance Hospital Now Serving Community as Level III Trauma Center
Vital trauma care is now available to local residents of Ulster County and the surrounding communities as HealthAlliance Hospital offers comprehensive trauma services, with direct access to one of the most comprehensive trauma networks in New York state.
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Scholarship Opportunity for Children & Grandchildren of HealthAlliance Employees
Our Greatest Needs
Trauma Services
As a Level III Trauma Center, HealthAlliance Hospital provides comprehensive trauma services to residents of Ulster County and the surrounding communities, expediting care during critical moments and lessening the need for patient transfers.
Surgical Services
HealthAlliance Hospital provides a broad range of surgical services in a safe and comfortable environment. Our surgical team is experienced in elective, routine, and emergency operative procedures.
Behavioral Health at HealthAlliance Hospital
Our Behavioral Health program offers a full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient, community and emergency care for individuals and families, meeting the ongoing mental health needs of residents of Ulster County.
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Ways to Support
There are many ways to support HealthAlliance Hospital. Your donation will help us further invest in clinical advancements, upgraded facilities, and lifesaving equipment and technology — through charitable gifts that are most meaningful to you.
Donations and Tributes (In Memory/In Honor)
Make a donation to pay tribute to someone important to you or commemorate the passing of a loved one.
Monthly Giving
Make regular donations and automatically donate a specified amount each month.
Planned Giving
Ensure your legacy through a planned gift that can also benefit you and your family through financial and tax planning.
Host a Fundraiser
Host an event — such as a themed party, walk-a-thon, raffle and more — with proceeds donated to Westchester Medical Center.
Upcoming Events
HealthAlliance Hospital Michael B. Finnegan Golf Classic
Stories of Gratitude
“From the moment I met him, I knew I was in excellent hands.” — Harris
“If it weren’t for the incredible emergency department doctor and care team, I wouldn’t have known my options. Since surgery, I’ve never felt better — truly 100% again. They gave me back my life and the chance to enjoy the people, places, and moments I love in this beautiful community.” — Laurel
“I am very lucky to be alive. I can walk and talk, and that is a miracle.” — Neil Ericksen
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Share Your Story
Do you have a positive story to share about your experience at HealthAlliance Foundation? Tell us your story.
Your Support Helps
This year, charitable gifts from donors like you helped us provide exceptional medical care to your friends and neighbors in the Hudson Valley and supported essential programs and services including:
Community Engagement
Nursing Education
Meet Our Board
Board Members
Catherine Allen, MD • Sandi Armstrong • John Bonavita-Goldman, MD • Darlene Bover • Barbara Connelly Cohen • Donna Moss • Joshua Ratner • Casey Scanlon • J. Christopher Smailer
WMCHealth Network Development Team
Irene Tsetsekos, Vice President, Development
Laura deBuys, Principal Gift Officer
Michelle Conrad, Assistant Director of Development
Jessica Franjul-Pena, Assistant Director of Development Operations
Robyn Halbert, Development Consultant, Operations
Gissal Dobles-Hartnett, Manager, Development Operations
Paul Hochenberg, Gift Officer
Sade Saddler, Coordinator, Development Operations
Lauren Sheehy, Network Corporate Giving Officer
Howard Siegel, Development Consultant, Campaign Manager and Gift Officer
Hilary Sparling, Director, Central Development Initiatives
Amy Stern, Gift Officer, Western Region
Natalie Surin, Manager, Central Development Initiatives
Cindy VanderPlaat, Development Consultant, Special Events
Contact Us
914.493.2575
Mailing Address:
7 Skyline Drive, Suite 385
Hawthorne, NY 10532
Tax ID
22-2511450
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