NORTHRIDGE, CA. (March 25, 2025) — Lori’s celebrated the grand opening of its newest location, Store #679, at Dignity Northridge Hospital Medical Center in Northridge, California with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 25, 2025. The event was filled with excitement as hospital staff, guests, and Lori’s team members came together to mark the beginning of this new location. The energy and enthusiasm from the community made the celebration a memorable start to this next chapter.
Rohn LaCoria, Market Director at Lori’s Gifts, expressed his excitement, saying, “The hospital has been incredibly welcoming,and it’s been wonderful to see the excitement from staff about the new products in the store. I’m truly honored to work alongside the Northridge Hospital team—they’ve been outstanding partners and are a true reflection of what it means to put care back into the healthcare system. Karen Sabatino, Manager of Volunteer Services, has been especially inspiring. She exemplifies compassion and hospitality, helping everyone feel welcomed from the moment they walk in. I’m excited about everything we’ll accomplish together in this new chapter.”
Albert Ramos, Regional Vice President shared “At Lori’s Gifts, our mission is to bring comfort, joy, and personal connection to people when they need it most. With the opening of our new store in Northridge, we’re proud to deepen our commitment to being a trusted partner within the hospital community. We are excited to serve this location with a curated assortment of gifts, everyday essentials, and heartfelt moments—led by a team that embodies the values we stand for: empathy, excellence, and meaningful partnerships. We’re honored to be part of the Northridge Medical Center family and look forward to building lasting connections with patients, staff, and visitors alike.
Northridge Hospital Medical Center, a 394-bed not-for-profit hospital, has earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission and is ranked as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals in the United States by Healthgrades, a national healthcare ratings organization. With a strong foundation built over the years, the hospital looks to the future while honoring its past. The vision for what is now Northridge Hospital began 60 years ago when a forward-thinking doctor recognized the need for healthcare services in the Valley. In 1955, 37 physicians invested their own funds to establish the first hospital in the West San Fernando Valley.
