Mission 
The mission of Valley Regional is to enhance the health of the community we serve.
Values
Integrity: We uphold the values of honesty, trust, and confidentiality.
Compassion: We respect the dignity of others.
Commitment: We dedicate our resources and talents to enhancing our community.
Unity: We work together as an effective team.
Excellence: We are passionate in our pursuit of quality.
Vision
Valley Regional will be a model rural community healthcare organization: the provider preferred for its excellence by area residents and physicians; the healthcare employer of choice, and an active participant in community efforts to improve the quality of life in our region.
History
Valley Regional Hospital was established in 1893 by The Ladies Union Aid Society (LUAS). LUAS was originally comprised of 13 women who formed a voluntary corporation and founded Cottage Hospital, Sullivan County’s first and New Hampshire’s third hospital. The Society, composed of women from area churches, was drawn together by a common bond to help the “feeble and poor.”
A committee located a 30-acre property known as the R.B. Lull Farm or Keyes Farm, between Hanover and Elm Streets, for purchase at a price of $3,500.
There was widespread support for establishing a community-based hospital. Ten businessmen pledged $100 each. Many benefits took place—clambakes, strawberry suppers, lawn parties, concerts, lectures, rummage sales, and a children’s pageant.
With donations coming in renovations began. At that point, the area churches stepped forward each pledging to sponsor one bed in the two units of three beds each. In its first year of operation, Valley Regional Hospital treated 23 individuals with a medical staff of six and a surgical staff of three.
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