CENTRALIA, Ill. (WSIL) -- SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary has awarded scholarships to two outstanding team members, Gracie Kelly and Bridgette Joy, as part of its 2025 scholarship program.

Kelly, who works in the Radiology Department, will continue her career at the hospital, focusing on excellence in patient care. Joy, from the Behavioral Health Unit, plans to stay with the hospital as a Registered Nurse, committed to mental health services.

The scholarships are part of the hospital's initiative to invest in its staff and enhance patient care. Georgia Lambert, Chair of the SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Committee, highlighted the importance of nurturing internal talent.

“It’s important because we want to grow our own and keep them close by. These young la

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