Giving Back to Our Community
For over 150 years, Renown Health has been taking care of generations of northern Nevadans as an integral part of our community.
As a not-for-profit organization, we are committed to service through organized and sustainable community benefit programs that provide:
- Free and discounted care to those unable to afford healthcare
- Services to improve community health and increase access to healthcare
- Partnership and collaboration with others to address the health and well-being of the people in our communities
See our 2018-21 Community Health Needs Plan.
Latest From Our Community
Prevention in Medicine: Pedestrian Safety
As the leader of a large health system, I often think about how to provide the best possible care for the communities we serve....
Helpful Caregivers Make a Wedding Dream Come True
A wedding is a big day for the wedding couple, but it’s also special for loved ones. A patient at Renown, Ken, got to take part in his daughter’s special day...
Are You Medicare Eligible?
In most cases, you’re Medicare-eligible at age 65. Most people don’t have to pay a premium for Medicare Part A. If you or your...
Back to School – How to Have a Safe Return
If you’re feeling anxious about Washoe County School District’s decision to return to school during the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, you’re probably not alone. Whether...
Panda Cares Center of Hope at Renown Children’s Hospital
When you have an ill child in the hospital, it is a stressful event. And Panda Express is helping local families support children who...
How Your Donations Continue to Support Our Healthcare Heroes
Since early March, Renown Health has accepted donations from our community to help our care providers and staff continue their important work. From face...
Interested in Improving the Patient Experience at Renown Health? Patient and...
The Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) currently has 11 members and is seeking two new members. This council is dedicated to improving the...
Renown Health Food Pantry Nourishes Patients in Need
Unfortunately many in our community go to bed hungry. But Renown Health is helping to end this problem. Patients who qualify for a "Food...
Resuming Your Doctor Appointments
It's likely you've fallen out of your normal routines, and putting your doctor appointments on the back burner is no surprise. The good news...
Teens Donate 1,300 Masks to Healthcare Heroes
Three generous teens rallied their high school classmates to raise money and donate more than 1,300 face masks. This heartfelt contribution will help protect...
Preventing the Spread of Coronavirus in Your Car
Many of us spend several hours per day in our cars. If you're driving your car during the current coronavirus pandemic, it's important to...
Recovered from COVID-19? Donate Plasma to Help Researchers
If you have recovered from COVID-19, you can donate plasma to help researchers. Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno - School of...
Isolation Gowns Handcrafted by Local Businesses
An important piece of essential personal protective equipment (PPE) that’s become difficult to come by are isolation gowns. To help meet local demand for...
Meet Our “Starting Lineup”: The Healthcare Heroes on the Frontlines
Renown's "starting lineup" features an entire team of hardworking healthcare heroes. We invite you to celebrate them during Nursing & Hospital Week May 4-10...
Food Resources During The COVID-19 Crisis
For many, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a new and urgent need for food. Unemployment is on the rise, and children no longer have...