LAKE WALES – AdventHealth Lake Wales donated hundreds of essential medical supplies to Webber International University following a fire that damaged the university’s training room and destroyed critical equipment and supplies.
In addition to destroying the training room, the fire on Aug. 15 left the university’s athletic teams, including 140 football players, in need of important health and safety resources for injuries sustained during practices and games. In response, Webber’s leadership reached out for help.
On Oct. 16, AdventHealth Lake Wales provided a wide range of urgently needed items, including wound care supplies, splints, wraps and other medical essentials. The donation ensures student-athletes can continue receiving proper care and protection as they recover and play out the remainder of their season.
“At AdventHealth, we believe in extending the healing ministry of Christ beyond hospital walls,” said Royce Brown, CEO of AdventHealth Lake Wales. “When Webber International University President Dr. Nelson Marquez asked for support, we knew we had to act. Supporting the health and safety of these student-athletes is part of our commitment to whole-person care and to being a trusted partner in our community’s well-being.”
