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Greetings!
Thanks to the support of our local community, we have so many stories to share. New and old partnerships have blossomed as Rouge Valley Health System grows alongside its community. Now it's time to bring the residents of Ajax, Pickering and West Durham the most modern health care equipment. As Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital completes its
long-awaited redevelopment, we need your help to bring our first MRI to our new expanded Diagnostic Imaging Centre. See how you can put yourself in the picture. Help bring a state-of-the-art MRI to your local community hospital. To find out more about the Image is Everything campaign, click here.
Jessica Vreugdenhil,
RVHSF Communications
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H O S P I T A L S T O R I E S | Clinic for senior citizens as part of CE LHIN 'Aging at Home' Strategy
As part of the Central East Local Health Integration Network, Rouge Valley Centenary will have an urgent/emergent clinic for senior citizens. Announced on August 31, the Geriatric Assessment and Intervention Network (GAIN) launched a $4.8 million program to integrate a system of care for seniors. MORE |
| D O N O R S T O R I E S | | Former Board member slows down for support
Living life in the fast lane had become routine for former Foundation board member Nestor Cruz. Even after stepping down in 2007 from four years on the board, Nestor's professional life was still extremely busy. Encouraged by his friend and fellow board member Liz Ryan, Nestor took some time to relax and reacquaint himself with the Rouge Valley Health System cause at the 2010 Golf Classic.
"The Buy a Bed cause seemed so worthy of donating." says Nestor. "But seeing my former colleagues on the board like Jim Ward and Liz Ryan reminded me of the need to support not only causes but the volunteers who take on the challenging mantle of fund raising leadership."
Being able to support a worthy cause and support the community leaders and volunteers made the decision to donate $5,000 to buy a bed, an easy one.
"If I can't spend the time to raise money for our community," says Nestor "I can at least support those that do."
If you're interested in supporting our community leaders and becoming involved in the Buy a Bed campaign, please contact Katherine Craine at 416-281-7119. |
Rubini Customer Appreciation Day  On Saturday August 29, owner Kula Kulasingam opened the doors of Rubini East and West Indian Food Market to his local community. In recognition of the neighbourhood that had supported him and his family through the years, Kula decided to give back. The celebration raised $6,000 for the Rouge Valley Centenary Buy a Bed campaign. "Our children were born at Centenary and we have needed the hospital in other ways over the years," says Kula. "We felt it was time to give back to the same hospital that has looked after us." Finding support through community partnerships has been an exciting way to grow together. Every person has a story to tell and a reason to give. (L-R) Richard Newman, Rasandrakumar Kanagasabi, Katherine Craine, Director, Major Gifts and Special Campaigns at RVC, Thiruchelvam Raj, Kulasingam Selliah and Kennedy Phillip. |
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Volunteer Services donates new pain pumps for patients
Thanks to a generous gift from Rouge Valley Centenary Volunteer Services, eight PCA pumps used for pain management were purchased. |  | |
The donation was funded by the volunteers' limitless fund raising efforts which include monthly book and craft sales, and the ever popular raffle prizes.
"We are so grateful to the Volunteers for all their hard work in raising the funds for these new pumps - they will make a real difference to the care and comfort we can offer our post surgical patients," says Carole Chabot, Vice President, Development.
Attending the official plaquing of the pain pumps at Centenary on August 14, were volunteers Ethel Niewolski, Doreen Banks, Joanne Moffitt, Ed Banks, and Rhodora Gutierrez.
Without the support of our volunteers, we would not be able to achieve the successes we've seen possible.
(L-R) Volunteers Ed Banks and Joanne Moffitt, Carole Chabot, RVHSF Vice President, Development, Volunteers Doreen Banks and
Ethel Niewolski |
Lois Upham named Senior of the Year
Seniors month at the Pickering Recreation Complex set the backdrop for recognizing Lois Upham, for her dedication to volunteer service.
Over the years, Lois has made generous contributions to local community charities including Rouge Valley Health System.
To read more about Lois and her award, click here.
Mayor Ryan with Senior of the year Lois Upham, her husband Don and MPP Pickering-Scarborough East Wayne Arthurs
Photo from SNAP Pickering |
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Emergency experience a blessing for one mother and daughter
When Edie Pinder visited Rouge Valley Centenary's emergency department with her mother Joan Henry in April and May of this year, they were both under stress. At a time when navigating the health care system can be overwhelming, finding a liaison for the process is like a sigh of relief.
Thanks to the expertise and humanity of Emergency Geriatric Nurse Practitioner, Clara Tsang, mother and daughter could relax in her care.
Edie and Joan shared their appreciation in a letter to Clara, saying "You are remembered with gratitude for your professionalism, warm manner and clarity in laying out the process Mum would be going through."
Thanks to all the staff who have been liaisons for patients during such emotional and stressful times. |
RVAP technician makes life-saving discovery for Pickering councillor
Regional Councillor Bill McLean went in to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering emergency department last September, after experiencing chest pains. The X-ray he received showed a small shadow on his right lung, which a biopsy soon revealed to be cancer.
"I am a very lucky man," he said in a press release. "If it weren't for the amazing medical team at the Ajax-Pickering hospital, the cancer could have spread extensively before it was caught. I owe them my life."
To read more, click here. |
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 Celebrity Bartender Cocktail Hours
A number of well known and local volunteers and politicians have agreed to be "celebrity bartenders" to raise money for an MRI in Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. By attending one of these great locations and leaving a "tip" for the celebrity bartender, you will be supporting our Image is Everything Campaign. All "tips" are being donated by the host bar and celebrity bartender to the Campaign. Dates/Locations:
September 16
Time: 5-7 PM, Joe Dickson, MPP
9-11 PM, Tom Bachelor (Tom's No Frills) Location: Magwyer's Pub, Bayly St W, Ajax September 22 Time: 5-7 PM, Richard Lewis (boxer trainer) Location: O'Hara's Irish Times, Bayly St, Pickering September 29 Time: 5-7 PM, Ian McCutcheon (ServiceMaster of Durham) & Terry Johnston (CKDO Radio) Location: The Royal Oak, Taunton Rd E, Whitby West Rouge Community Day
Date: September 11, 2010
Come by our booth for information and give-aways. Time: 9 AM - 4 PM For: RVC Buy a Bed campaignLocation: West Rouge Community Centre, 270 Rouge Hills Drive Contact: Ros Sagar-Lal, 416-281-7463  15th Annual Mayors' Charity Golf Classic
Date: September 14, 2010
For: RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLEContact: Heather Montague, 905-683-2320 x1501 Bill Manners Charity Golf Tournament
Date: September 24, 2010For: Partial proceeds to RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Four Season Golf and Country Club, 1900 Eighth Concession, Claremont, ON Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212 Grand Opening of the Pickering Village Ice Cream Shop
Date: September 25, 2010
For: 10% of sales to go to RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Pickering Village Ice Cream Shop, 1900 Eighth Concession, Claremont, ON Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212  3rd Annual Bryson Pumpkin Giveaway
Date: October 16, 2010
For: RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Bryson Insurance, 541 Bayly St. E., Ajax Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212
Boot Drive 2010
Date: October 23, 2010
Hosts: Pickering Professional Firefighters Association  2nd Annual FASHIONShow
Date: November 7, 2010Time: 1:00 PM For: RVC Location: Momiji Centre, 3555 Kingston Road, Scarborough Tickets: $60 each or two for $100 Contact: Ros Sagar-Lal, 416-281-7463 |
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