Carene Folden’s Gift to McCrary-Rost Clinic in Rockwell City

Carene Folden’s Gift to McCrary-Rost Clinic in Rockwell City

At Stewart Memorial Community Hospital (SMCH), every gift impacts the quality of care we can provide to patients. Carene Folden experienced the exceptional care provided by Barb Weber, ARNP, and the compassionate staff at SMCH’s McCrary-Rost Clinic in Rockwell City. Her sons, Darwin and Dennis, attribute much of their mother’s long, independent life to the quality of that care. 

 “Barb’s care allowed my mom to stay in her home for most of her life,” said Dennis. “We are very grateful that she spent all but 14 days of her 98 years living where she wanted.” 

After Carene passed away, the Folden family wanted to honor their mother’s legacy by giving back. They worked with SMCH Foundation Director Rachel Judisch to determine how Carene’s estate gift could make the most impact. Because of their generosity, the Rockwell City Clinic was able to purchase a new mobile vitals machine—helping to ensure that other patients will benefit from the same quality care Carene received.

“We are deeply grateful for gifts like Carene’s, which make an immediate and lasting impact on our ability to provide exceptional care,” said SMCH CEO Linn Block, RN, BSN, MHA. “These generous donations allow us to invest in advanced equipment, tools, and resources that support both our patients and our providers. The Folden family’s gift not only honors Carene’s memory but also strengthens the care we deliver to our entire community.”

Join Us in Making a Difference
If you would like to honor a loved one or support the quality of care provided at SMCH, we invite you to consider making a gift. Your donation—big or small—ensures that we can continue to provide the compassionate, high-quality care our patients deserve. To learn more about giving options, visit www.stewartmemorial.org/ways-to-give or contact the SMCH Foundation at (712) 464-4247.