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Greetings!
With all the glum news due to the economic downturn, we thought we'd point out a few happy constants:
Local businesses still value the role of the hospital in their communities: Over 20 Scarborough-area McDonald's are teaming up to raise money to purchase a life-saving portable ultrasound for Rouge Valley Centenary Emergency, and west Durham A&W's are donating proceeds to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering.
Philanthropy is instilled in students whose schools give back: The Foundation continues to receive donations from local daycares and schools, and we value each and every gift.
Rouge Valley is here when you need us: Both hospital campuses have experienced extensive growth in the last 12 months, offering you access to the best healthcare.
Kerry McLeish,
RVHSF Communications Officer |
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H O S P I T A L S T O R I E S |
 Clinical Services Plan
On February 17, 2009, the Board of Directors of Rouge Valley Health System received information on the Hospital Clinical Services Plan. The information was presented by CE LHIN Board Chair Foster Loucks and CSP Project Manager Susan Plewes. The plan represents the first phase and the initial steps towards "One Acute Care Network" which is defined as: Improved and equitable patient access to an integrated hospital system that provides the highest quality of care across the Central East LHIN.
For 60 days -- February 18th to April 19th -- the public is invited to offer feedback to the CE LHIN on the Detailed Report, via an online survey, a fax back form or by email. |
 Advice with heart
Guest RVHS blogger cardiologist Dr. Amir Janmohamed offered great advice in keeping with heart month in February.
"Regardless of age, it's never too late to add physical activity to your life," he says. Read why he believes that Heart Month should motivate us to get up and get moving. MORE
Photograph by William Meijer |
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 Local school gives the gift of health to RVAP Paeds
Roland Michener Public School raised $750 to purchase a digital thermometer for the paediatrics department at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital campus. Digital thermometers have been identified by staff as a priority in order to maintain the best possible care for our patients; hospital staff rely on digital thermometers for fast and accurate readings. How did they do it? Every year, a group of students, teachers and parent volunteers asks for gently used items that they can include in a Santa's Gift Sale. Items ranged from 10 cents to $2; the students were able to find great, inexpensive gifts for their family and friends while raising much-needed funds for a worthwhile cause.
A gift celebration was held at the school on February 27, with a plaque presented by Mary Ellen Stevenson from RVAP's Maternal and Newborn Services.
Photo by Jennifer Collins |
 Hotel discount for staff and patients
The Wyndham Garden Hotel (conveniently located at the Don Valley Parkway and 401) has a special rate of $89 for Rouge Valley staff and patients in 2009.
This beautifully appointed hotel is newly renovated and all rooms have telephone, voice mail and data parts as well as high speed internet, TV, and in-room movies.
Not only is this a good deal for a beautiful single queen or double queen room, but $5 from every room booked under this group rate goes to the Foundation to meet Rouge Valley priority needs.
Reservations must be made to the hotel directly at (416) 493-9000 and the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation rate must be requested at the time of booking. |
 Community GivingEvery other month, we compile many of the articles that appear in this bi-weekly email into a printed newsletter. The paper edition of Community Giving gets sent out with our charitable receipts, but it's also available for download from the Publications page of our website.
Let us know if you have a story you'd like to share! We would love to spread your good news story as a donor, a volunteer or a patient. |
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 Volunteers WantedHave you ever considered volunteering? Who wouldn't want to serve a Happy Meal to a child on McHappy Day?
For more information on how you can help your local community hospital by donating your time, please contact Maureen Dowhaniuk, Special Events Manager, at (905) 683-2320, ext. 1212. |
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 Patients, donors give gifts from the heart in support and recognition of RVHS Cardiac Care Program
"Thank you to all of the staff in the cath lab and the cardiac program for looking after my family." ~ Julie
"Thanks to Dr. Ricci and Dr. Mukherjee and staff in cardiac care and Barb in Rehab. Keep up the fantastic work." ~ Insan & Rehana Alli
"We wish everyone good health, strength, peace and love." ~ Bibi Housain and Family
"Thanks for the Care and Compassion tendered by Rouge Valley Rehab." ~ Ajai
"Thanks for all the encouragement I received at the Rehab program." ~ S. Hales
"Many thanks to Dr. VJ and Jim Ostoya." ~ Barb Whyte |
| F U N D R A I S I N G E V E N T S |
 A&W Fundraiser
Proceeds from the sale of Root beer and Onion Rings will be donated to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering
Dates: February 23 - March 22, 2009 Locations: Pickering Town Centre food court and 310 Harwood Avenue South (Ajax) Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212
 Paint the Town Rouge Gala
Join us for an evening of fine dining, dancing, an excellent silent auction and more as we raise funds for equipment purchases for the Cardiac program at both hospital campuses, brought to you by the RVHS Foundation. Date: March 27, 2009 Location: Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex Time: 5:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Cost: $300 Contact: Heather Montague, 905-683-2320 X1501 Website: http://www.rougevalley.ca/rvhsf/gala09.html
 Cardiac Walkathon
Date: April 25, 2009 For: Cardiac Rehabilitation at Rouge Valley Centenary Location: 11th Floor, RVC Contact: Amber Heath, 416-281-7113
 McHappy Day
Partial proceeds will be allocated towards the purchase of a portable ultrasound machine for the Rouge Valley Centenary Emergency Department Date: May 6, 2009 Locations: Scarborough-area McDonald's restaurants Contact: Katherine Craine, 416-281-7119
 Baby Steps Walk-a-thon
Date: May 24, 2009 For: Birthing and Newborn Centre at RVC Time: 9:30 a.m. Location: Departing from the Malvern Town Centre Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212
Lancaster Ball
Date: May 30, 2009 For: RVAP Redevelopment Location: Deer Creek Golf and Country Club Contact: Pat Brooks
 24th Annual Highland Creek Heritage FestivalDate: June 20, 2009 For: RVC Location: Old Kingston Road and Morrish Road Contact: Roselyn Sagar-Lal, 416-281-7463
 Run the Lake
Date: June 20, 2009 For: Equipment for RVAP Host: Ajax and Pickering Rotary Clubs Location: Rotary Park, Ajax Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212
Craig Jones Memorial Golf Tournament
Date: June 29, 2009 For: Orthopaedic and surgical equipment at RVC Location: Scarboro Golf and Country Club Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212
 19th Annual Golf ClassicDate: August 6, 2009 For: Vital Signs Monitors at RVC Location: Sleepy Hollow Golf Club Contact: Heather Montague, 905-683-2320 x1501 | |
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