“My mother, Maude Vogel, spent her last days in Grace Cottage Hospital last fall, lovingly and expertly cared for by the excellent medical staff. The friendliness and good cheer of the support staff also contributed enormously to her wellbeing. We are all so fortunate to have Grace Cottage nearby, and take great comfort in knowing that you will be there when we need you.” Diana Toomey & Family Grafton, VT

To the wonderful staff at Grace Cottage, especially Dr. Moss Linder & Christine Gray: On the morning of July 17, my son Derek was in asthmatic distress. Thank you for your excellent care and personal attention to him. Being an EMT in and around Boston, I see many patients become numbers. In my many years in this field, it is great to see such professionalism combined with compassion and dedication. Your sincerity to Derek’s condition has made me a better provider. Derek is doing much better now due to your assessment and recommendations. A Grateful Parent

Dear Annie [Zaveruha] and Patty [Reardon] and anyone else at Grace Cottage who helped me: I understand that you took care of me after my motorcycle mishap on Route 100. What do you say to the peple who played an important role in saving my life? The decision to airlift me to Dartmouth Hitchcock was a good call. At the time, it was not clear to any of us the extent of the internal injuries and bleeding - but there was enough uncertainty that you sided on caution - and am I very grateful! It has been a long road back, with five broken/cracked ribs, a shattered spleen (they removed it) a kidney that was nearly severed in two, a chest cavity full of blood - but I’m beginning to feel human again - and for this, I owe you a thousand thanks! Wendy Manners Wilmington, VT

A summer guest at a local inn writes: “Getting sick far from home is a humbling and scary experience and your only option is to rely on the kindness and skills of strangers. I would like to thank the emergency room staff and doctors for their professionalism, good nature and for the warm atmosphere which resides at Grace Cottage Hospital.” Ray Nutkis West Orange, NJ