Our History

Jacobson Memorial Hospital & Care Center (JMHCC) opened its doors 30 years ago, in March of 1977.  The facility, offering both hospital and nursing home care, was built with a combination of FHA loan dollars, a Hill-Burton government grant and gifts of cash, pledges, and memorials.  The facility was named to honor Dr. M. S. Jacobson for his long term commitment, dedication, and support to health care services in the region.

Throughout the years, JMHCC continued to expand its programs and services.  The facility was renovated to house an attached medical clinic and now has satellite health clinics in Hebron and Glen Ullin.  The not-for-profit health care corporation is governed by a local Board of Directors and managed by a Chief Executive Officer.

JMHCC continues to be dedicated to the health care needs for the residents of Elgin and the surrounding area.  Funded by patient revenue and philanthropy, JMHCC is one of the most important assets of this community.  It continues, as it was established, with a tradition of excellence and a rich heritage.  It is the largest charitable organization in the Elgin area.  With a current payroll of $2.2 million, JMHCC's financial impact on the area is a conservative $8.8 million per year.  Because most patient care is paid by either federal or state government or by insurance companies, payments are considered new money for the region.  The Jacobson Memorial Hospital Care Center is the largest employer in the area and one of the most important assets in retaining existing businesses and attracting new businesses, young families, and retireees to our region.  Its contribution to the economic viability of Elgin is of paramount importance.

JMHCC provides comprehensive medical care with physician and mid-level medical providers and 15 consulting/visiting medical providers.  JMHCC has a professional and support staff of approximately 90 full and part time employees.  It provides for the health needs of patients either in the hospital, which has 21 licensed hospital beds used for acute care or swing beds, or in its 25 nursing home beds, or in its 3 Rural Health Clinics.  Patients are also served by the hospital's well-developed referral systems to nearby medical specialists.