In the early hours of Saturday, June 14th, one of our valued healthcare partners faced a devastating emergency when a vehicle struck a building housing their residents. Our hearts are with the affected family and staff as they navigate this incredibly difficult time.
Amid the heartbreak, we witnessed the true strength of our healthcare community.
We are deeply grateful to our coalition partners who responded immediately—offering on-site support. We are thankful for our Long-Term Care and Assisted Living Partners who provided available beds, transport options and readiness to assist with resident relocation if needed. Their rapid, compassionate action reflects the very best of what it means to be part of the Knox/East Tennessee Healthcare Coalition.
This incident serves as a powerful reminder of how collaboration and preparedness can make all the difference in moments of crisis. Our Long-Term Care and Assisted Living partners continue to show unwavering dedication to protecting and caring for our most vulnerable populations.
Together, we are stronger.
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