Congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary

The Congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) is a Catholic religious institute founded in 1845 that operates as a non-profit healthcare and educational organization. The congregation is a significant provider of healthcare services, particularly in the fields of geriatrics, skilled nursing, and long-term care through facilities like the IHM Senior Living Community and Our Lady of Peace Residence. While the organization does not engage in biotechnology research, drug discovery, or pharmaceutical manufacturing, it maintains a substantial clinical presence in the elder care sector. Historically, the IHM Sisters were instrumental in founding several community hospitals that have since been integrated into larger healthcare systems. Today, their healthcare mission focuses on holistic wellness, rehabilitation, and palliative care for both their members and the public.