Our Work
How We’re Achieving our Goals
RECLAIM HEALTHCARE WNC’s North Star is accessible, affordable, high quality health care across the system for all residents in WNC. We are prepared for a sustained campaign. In order to reach our goals, we are:
“The nurses at Mission are not fooled by the paltry efforts HCA has done to remove the hospital from immediate jeopardy, but I promise the nurses at Mission will not stop fighting for this community. We will NOT lie down. We will not be bullied. We will continue to advocate for the health and well-being of the people.” — Molly Senker, Nurse at Mission Health
Holding HCA accountable for their harmful practices.
Collect and report patient and provider experiences regarding quality of care issues to regulatory agencies, including: the NC Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Joint Commission of Hospital Accreditation, the NC Attorney General’s Office, and Dogwood Health Trust's Independent Monitor.
Informing the public about HCA’s detrimental impact.
We represent the concerns and voices of individuals and organizations in our communities. We work with local and national media to accurately report on the issues. We inform the public through forums, press conferences, digital media, and outreach to local and national media outlets.
Organizing community voices.
Galvanizing the voices of our community to call for better health care for Western North Carolina. Over 260 physicians have signed an open letter to the Independent Monitor expressing concern for the impact of HCA’s corporate culture. Over 70 clergy have signed a letter expressing their concern. Additional letters from our community are being circulated, including: Business Leaders, Community Members, Elected Officials, Former Mission Board/Foundation Members, Former Mission Leadership, and Organizations. Signatures will continue to be added to each of these letters.
