Blessing Hospital is a 327-bed acute-care hospital. A not-for-profit independent facility, it is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care using state-of-the art technology. With an award-winning nursing staff, advanced monitoring, in-depth childbirth education and a Baby-Friendly environment, Blessing currently provides about 1,200 deliveries each year.

Quincy, located in Illinois on the banks of the Mississippi River, is known as the "Gem City." The city boasts several historic districts, including the Downtown Quincy Historic District and the South Side German Historic District, which offer a wealth of interesting architecture (along with underground brewery tunnels that survived Prohibition) that attracts tourists each year.

The city also offers a vibrant arts and culture scene with a society of fine arts, 11 eclectic museums, a symphony and an opera, and the Muddy Waters Blues Society.

Outdoor recreation opportunities include annual festivals, numerous parks, campgrounds and golf courses.