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Greetings!
I hope you are enjoying a wonderful fall season. With the Santa Claus parades in Ajax and Pickering coming up quickly, Nov. 10 this year, the holidays are top of mind for us here at the Foundation, as we prepare a float to participate in these two great community events. With that holiday favourite coming up quickly, I'm sure some of you are already looking ahead to November and making plans for holiday parties and staff social events at work.
If that is the case, and you are looking for a way to make your holiday party that much more meaningful, why not add a charitable component to your party this year? Whether through a toy drive or collecting cash donations, we here at the Foundation would appreciate your support as we provide toys to children that are in hospital during the holidays and continue our mission to purchase leading-edge equipment for Rouge Valley Health System.
If you have any questions about how to go about supporting the hospital through your event, please don't hesitate to contact us. We would be glad to discuss the possibilities and help in any way we can.
Best regards, 
Chad Hanna, President & CEORouge Valley Health System Foundation
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Legacy of Care Society welcomes new inductees
The Rouge Valley Health System Foundation's Legacy of Care Society annual recognition evening was held Wednesday, Oct. 3 with a cocktail reception at Cedar Ridge Creative Centre in Scarborough. Two of the Society's newest members were in attendance, Lisa Ortencio and Therese Roy, who each received exclusive membership pins and specially designed stationery. The keynote speakers for the event were Dr. Cheryl Williams, Vice President, Acute Care Services for RVHS, and Dr. Steven Fishman, Chief of Psychiatry. To learn how to be a part of this wonderful opportunity to leave a lasting legacy to Rouge Valley Health System Foundation, in support of Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering and Rouge Valley Centenary hospitals, contact Mary Slavik at 416-281-7462 or email mslavik@rougevalley.ca. Pictured: From left, Planned Giving Committee Chair Frank Ortencio, new Legacy of Care Society members Therese Roy and Lisa Ortencio and RVHS Foundation Chair Judith Barker. See more pictures from the event here.
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Lush family present  a $100,000 gift to Foundation
A special gift celebration made this year's Legacy of Care Society annual recognition evening an extra-special event when the Lush family presented a gift from the estate of the late Sheldon Lush. "Shelly", as he was affectionately known, had a long history of association with Centenary Health Centre and Rouge Valley Centenary. His father was the second chairman of the Centenary Board and was instrumental in finding the site for the hospital. Shelly sat on the Centenary hospital board of directors from 1988 until 1994, and set a leadership example by making a personal pledge to the Expect the Extraordinary capital campaign in 1998 while on the Foundation Board. He was also an inaugural member of the Legacy of Care Society. Pictured: From left, RVHS Foundation Chair Judith Barker, helps accept a gift from the estate of Shelly Lush, Don and Dave Lush, with Planned Giving Committee Chair Frank Ortencio. See more pictures from the event here. |
Boot drive enjoys  beautiful weather, generous drivers
The Rouge Valley Health System Foundation worked alongside the Pickering Professional Firefighters Assoc. at their annual boot drive at various malls throughout the City of Pickering, Oct. 13, collecting funds for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital.
Last year, the Firefighters were able to raise $15,000 towards the campaign. Look for an announcement on the totals for this year's drive at a later date once they have had time to pool all of the donations. Pictured: A member of the Pickering Firefighters, along with two Foundation volunteers, collected donations at the Pickering Sobey's. See more pictures from the event here. |
Toys and books  help kids cope with hospital stay
When children need care at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, staff in different units have the luxury of offering a new stuffed toy or book to help their young patients be more comfortable. Recently Delta Bingo and the Rotary Club of Ajax donated items to the hospital that have been distributed as needed to paediatrics, emergency and the fracture clinic. If you would like to donate new stuffed toys or books and games, contact Heather Montague at 905-683-2320, ext. 1501 or email hmontague@rougevalley.ca. Pictured: Two nurses in the Paediatrics Unit at RVAP accept stuffed toys and books from Heather Montague of the Foundation. |
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Praise for great care received at RVC
We love receiving notes of appreciation from some of our donors when they send us a tribute donation. This message came to us recently. included with a gift to the hospital: "This donation is in tribute to the great care my wife received at Rouge Valley Centenary hospital. She had knee replacement surgery performed by Dr. Kaminker, and from pre-op to the four days of post-op care, everyone from the secretary to the nurses to the doctor was caring and very efficient. They listened when we had a concern, and were interested and attentive to my wife's progress. Thank you!" - A grateful patient.
When you make a gift in someone's honour, the Foundation sends them a card passing along your words of thanks, as well as acknowledging your generosity to Rouge Valley. To find out more, go online to www.rougevalley.ca/rvhsf or call 905-683-2320, ext. 1501, 416-281-7342.
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Elves needed to  join parade float
Santa Claus Parades are coming up fast! On Saturday, Nov. 10, the Pickering parade begins at 9 a.m. and later that day at 5 p.m. the Ajax parade will kick off. The Rouge Valley Health System will once again be represented by a float being created by the Foundation, thanks to the support of RVHSF Board Director Dr. Romas Stas. Volunteers are needed to walk the parade routes, call Heather at 905-683-2320, ext. 1501 or email hmontague@rougevalley.ca.
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Doctors roll up 
their sleeves
Chief of staff Dr. Naresh Mohan, associate chief of staff Dr. Romas Stas, and physician leaders on our Medical Advisory Committee rolled up their sleeves to receive the flu shot at their most recent Medical Advisory Committee meeting. Click here to watch the video on the Rouge Valley YouTube Channel, and see photos of staff, physicians and union leaders receiving their flu shots here.
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Click here to see all upcoming events, including those listed below:
For information on the following activities call 416-281-7342 or 905-683-2320 x 1501. Email: foundation@rougevalley.ca
November Run the Lake (NEW DATE) Rotary Park, Ajax
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012
View more details here.
Register to run here.
Shoppers Drug Mart Makeovers
Pickering Town Centre Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, from Noon to 3 p.m.
Derek Selby, of Cover I FX, will be demonstrating the latest in makeup techniques and applications. Receive a complimentary makeover and when you purchase a makeup surprise bag, $5 goes toward the Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital Women's and Children's program.
Call 905-839-4488 to book your appointment
For more details, click here.
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