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Moving Care Forward Together: 2026 Community Report

Cover of Monadnock Community Hospital’s 2026 Report to Our Community titled Moving Care Forward Together featuring two patient care moments. Left image shows a physician smiling and supporting a young child taking steps. Right image shows a rehabilitation patient standing between parallel bars with a staff member smiling beside him. The Monadnock Community Hospital logo appears between the images above a blue background with the report title.

Monadnock Community Hospital 2026 Report to Our Community

Moving Care Forward Together

Monadnock Community Hospital

2026 Annual Report

Contents:

Message From Richard Scheinblum
Our Foundation: Mission, Vision, and Values
When One Scan Changed Everything
Investing in Care That Lasts
A New Chapter in Care
Compassionate Access to Life-Saving Screenings
The Comfort of a Friendly Face
Thank You to Our Employees, Volunteers, and Community
Making a Difference Together: Community Impact
Celebrating a Community of Generosity
Finding Strength, Close to Home
Healing Through Art
New Look, Same Compassion
Thank You, Cyndee
Welcome New Medical Staff
Financial Statement
Key Statistics

Moving Care Forward Together

President & CEO Richard Scheinblum stands outside Monadnock Community Hospital with Board Chair Paula Hunter on the left and Vice Chair Linda Roche on the right. All three are dressed in business attire and smiling in front of the hospital entrance.

Healthcare doesn’t stand still.

As a trusted community hospital serving the Monadnock Region, our responsibility is not only to meet today’s needs, but to thoughtfully prepare for what comes next. That happens best when we move forward together, with patients, caregivers, staff, and community partners united by a shared commitment to health and well-being.

This past year, we continued to strengthen care across the region by investing in the people, services, and spaces our community depends on. From welcoming new leaders and providers to advancing how care is delivered, every step forward reflects collaboration, innovation, and trust.

Moving care forward means listening, adapting, and improving in step with the community we serve.

Together, we are building on our strong foundation to ensure compassionate, dependable care is here for generations to come.

A Message from President and CEO, Richard Scheinblum

Richard Scheinblum smiling in a suit and glasses in front of a window with a softly blurred background

In his first annual report message as President and CEO, Richard Scheinblum reflects on a year of thoughtful progress and renewed momentum at Monadnock Community Hospital. He shares how investments in people, services, and facilities are helping strengthen access to high-quality, compassionate care and ensuring the hospital remains responsive to the evolving needs of the Monadnock Region. Read Rich’s message to learn how Monadnock Community Hospital is building on its strong foundation and moving care forward together.

Our Foundation: Mission, Vision, and Values

A purple arrow hits the center of a target, representing focus and purpose.

Mission

Monadnock Community Hospital is committed to improving the health and well-being of our community.

A blue eye with radiating lines, representing insight and a clear view of the future.

Vision

We will elevate the health of our community by providing accessible, high-quality and value-based care.

An open hand holding a gold heart, representing compassion, care, and support.

Values

Compassion | Collaboration
Honesty | Respect

When One Scan Changed Everything

Group portrait in a clinical setting featuring, from left to right, Brooke O’Connor, FNP-C; Robert D. Spencer, MD; patient Michael Greenough; and Lucas Shippee, DO. The four stand together and smile in front of a heart anatomy poster.

When a volunteer CT scan unexpectedly revealed serious heart disease, Michael Greenough experienced firsthand how coordinated care can change lives. His story highlights the teamwork across Radiology, Cardiology, Mobile Integrated Healthcare, Behavioral Health, Primary Care, and Cardiac Rehabilitation that helped him recover and work toward returning to service in his community. Discover how one unexpected scan revealed the strength of an entire healthcare team.

Investing in Care That Lasts

Carol and Stephen Gehlbach sit together on a bench outdoors, smiling with their arms around each other. The Peterborough couple are longtime supporters of Monadnock Community Hospital.

Carol and Stephen Gehlbach of Peterborough chose a charitable gift annuity to support Monadnock Community Hospital while helping ensure high-quality healthcare remains close to home. Their thoughtful gift reflects a deep belief in the people and programs that keep our community healthy. See how planned giving can create lasting benefits for both donors and the future of local healthcare.

 

A New Chapter in Care

Scott E. Smith, DO, stands beside Christine TenBroeck in an exam room at Jaffrey Family Medicine. Christine sits on the exam table and smiles as they pose together for a portrait.

After years without a primary care provider, Christine TenBroeck found trusted, compassionate care for herself and her growing family at Jaffrey Family Medicine. Her story shows how strong relationships with a primary care team can bring reassurance, continuity, and peace of mind. See how one trusted provider made all the difference for Christine and her family.

Free Cancer Screenings for Eligible Women

Lois Steinmann, Mammography Technologist at Monadnock Community Hospital, stands beside a 3D mammography machine in the Women’s Imaging Center.

Through a partnership with New Hampshire’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, Monadnock Community Hospital helps eligible women receive free breast and cervical cancer screenings and follow-up care. This important program ensures that cost is never a barrier to potentially life-saving preventive services. Learn how this program is helping more women access timely screenings and compassionate care close to home.

The Comfort of a Friendly Face

For Susan Shepard, the kindness of Monadnock Community Hospital volunteers helped ease the anxiety that often accompanied her medical visits. Their warm greetings and reassuring presence remind patients that they are supported from the moment they arrive.

Together, We Make Our Mission Possible

Don Hunt, PharmD, RPh; Christy Gullage, APRN; Michael Barton; Molly Rajaniemi; and Chris Jensen, PT, ATC, CSCS, stand together and smile in the hallway at Monadnock Community Hospital.

Employees, volunteers, and community members are at the heart of everything we do at Monadnock Community Hospital. Their dedication, generosity, and trust help ensure exceptional healthcare remains available close to home. Join us in recognizing the people who make our mission possible every day.

$27.2 Million Invested in Community Health

Collage of Monadnock Community Hospital patients and care teams displayed within hexagon-shaped frames on a blue background. The images highlight stories of primary care, women’s health, and coordinated specialty care, reflecting the hospital’s commitment to improving the health and well-being of the community.

Infographic showing that Monadnock Community Hospital provided $27,239,000 in support to the community in 2025. A list and pie chart break down subsidized health services ($19.6 million), public programs including Medicaid and Medicare shortfall ($5.935 million), community programs ($715,000), charity care ($681,000), and in-kind donations ($308,000).

As a nonprofit hospital, Monadnock Community Hospital reinvests in programs and services that strengthen access to care throughout the Monadnock Region. In 2025, these efforts provided more than $27.2 million in community benefits. See how these investments are helping improve the health and well-being of our community.

Our Community of Generosity

The Monadnock Community Hospital Philanthropy Team stands together in front of a colorful artwork display. From left to right are Katharyn Ernst, Laura Gingras, LeeAnn Moore, and Amy Theriault, smiling for a group portrait.Monadnock Community Hospital was founded through philanthropy, and community support continues to play a vital role in advancing our mission. We are proud to recognize the individuals, families, employees, businesses, and organizations whose generosity in 2025 helped strengthen care close to home. View the full 2026 Community Report to see the complete lists of donors, honorees, and supporters recognized in this year’s report.

Finding Strength, Close to Home

Serena C., RN [left], Laura Akerley [center], and Kate Pellegrino, PT, DPT [right], stand together and smile at Monadnock Community Hospital.

After cancer surgery, Laura Akerley turned to Monadnock Community Hospital for rehabilitation, emergency care, and ongoing oncology support. Her story highlights the compassionate teamwork that helped her regain strength and feel valued every step of the way. See how coordinated care close to home helped Laura recover with confidence.

Art a la Carte: Healing Through Choice

Toni Gildone, Liz Keeney, and Caroline Gomez proudly present the Art a La Carte binder at Monadnock Community Hospital. Part of the Healing Arts initiative, this new program allows patients in the Medical Surgical Unit to choose personalized artwork for their rooms—bringing comfort, choice, and beauty to the bedside.

Art a la Carte gives patients in Monadnock Community Hospital’s Medical-Surgical Unit the opportunity to choose artwork for their rooms during their stay. This simple program, led by volunteers and the Healing Arts Gallery Committee, helps reduce stress and bring comfort through the healing power of art. Discover how a small choice can make a hospital room feel more personal, calming, and supportive.

Modernizing the Medical-Surgical Unit

Monadnock Community Hospital staff and leadership gathered in front of the Medical-Surgical Unit holding a red ribbon at a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the unit’s renovation.

Monadnock Community Hospital has completed major renovations to the Medical-Surgical Unit, including a new therapy gym, improved nursing workspaces, updated patient rooms, and enhanced discharge areas. These thoughtful upgrades create a more healing environment while supporting patient safety, staff collaboration, and high-quality care close to home. Take a closer look at how these improvements are helping us move care forward for our community.

Thank You, Cyndee

Cynthia McGuire, President & CEO of Monadnock Community Hospital, smiling while leaning against a white pillar outdoors. She is dressed in a white blazer and glasses, with greenery in the background

After 12 years as President and CEO, Cynthia K. McGuire, FACHE, retired in 2026, leaving a lasting legacy of growth, resilience, and compassionate leadership at Monadnock Community Hospital. Celebrate Cyndee’s remarkable contributions and the enduring impact of her leadership.

Welcome New Medical Staff

We are pleased to welcome six talented clinicians to Monadnock Community Hospital in 2026. Their expertise in primary care, behavioral health, and orthopedics strengthens our ability to provide exceptional, patient-centered care close to home. Meet the newest members of our medical team

Financial Statement

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As a nonprofit community hospital, we are committed to responsible stewardship and transparency. Our financial statement shows how we carefully manage resources to strengthen services, invest in our facilities, and continue providing essential care close to home. Get the full breakdown.

Key Statistics

A stately brick building with white trim and arched windows, flying the American flag on a clear blue day. The sign reads "Monadnock Center for History and Culture," and yellow potted mums decorate the front steps.

Behind every number is a story of care. From physician visits and lab tests to emergency care and rehabilitation, our annual statistics reflect the scope of services our team provides to support the health and well-being of the Monadnock Region. See the full report of our work last year.

Monadnock Community Hospital is a nonprofit health-care provider offering comprehensive health-care services to the Monadnock Region.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Communicators Group for their invaluable partnership in crafting our annual report.

Download the MCH 2026 Annual Report as a PDF

Cover of Monadnock Community Hospital’s 2026 Report to Our Community titled Moving Care Forward Together featuring two patient care moments. Left image shows a physician smiling and supporting a young child taking steps. Right image shows a rehabilitation patient standing between parallel bars with a staff member smiling beside him. The Monadnock Community Hospital logo appears between the images above a blue background with the report title.Exterior view of Monadnock Community Hospital at dusk with lights glowing inside the building. Text reads, “Moving care forward takes all of us. Thank you for standing with Monadnock Community Hospital and helping ensure exceptional care, today and for the future.” The hospital logo appears above the words “A Nonprofit Hospital,” followed by the address, phone number, and website.