Circle of Life Insider Updates
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Saundra Anderton, long time Circle of Life member makes the “ultimate gift” in gratitude for her lifesaving care
December 2022 Circle of Life Insider Update We have partnered with Will Power, a national movement to educate Canadians on the power they have to make a difference through their wills. Today, we highlight Make a Will month by sharing Saundra’s story. Like many of our supporters, Saundra wanted to make a significant gift that would… Continue Reading Saundra Anderton, long time Circle of Life member makes the “ultimate gift” in gratitude for her lifesaving care
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Together, We Care Campaign Impact Spotlight: Special Care Nursery
July 2022 Circle of Life Insider Update It has been years of planning, working with the Ministry of Health for approval and, of course, fundraising. Now we are ready to build our new 100% donor-funded Special Care Nursery! With the demolition complete and the area cleaned out, our Special Care Nursery (SCN) could be… Continue Reading Together, We Care Campaign Impact Spotlight: Special Care Nursery
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The Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team releases its 2022-2025 Strategic Priorities
Last year, Guelph General Hospital was selected to be a part of an Ontario Health Teams (OHT) pilot initiative, with the objective of implementing a new model of organizing and delivering health care that better connects patients and providers in our community. Out of many applications, Guelph and Wellington’s application by local health sector partners… Continue Reading The Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team releases its 2022-2025 Strategic Priorities
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Grateful patient supports Guelph General Hospital staff in a fun and nutritious way
July 2022 Circle of Life Insider Update The staff. Ruby couldn’t get the staff out of her mind. She marveled at how well the caregivers took care of her during her week admitted at Guelph General Hospital. Shifts would change, the faces came and went, but every caregiver provided the support she needed as she… Continue Reading Grateful patient supports Guelph General Hospital staff in a fun and nutritious way
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Circle of Life Members Fund Urgently Needed Patient Equipment
December 2021 Circle of Life Insider Update Thank you for once again supporting patient equipment needs of Guelph General Hospital. Together, donors like you contributed over $18,000 through our special Circle of Life appeal. This means we can purchase six pieces of urgently needed equipment. Here’s what you helped fund: xxx Department x Item Funded… Continue Reading Circle of Life Members Fund Urgently Needed Patient Equipment
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New Murals Installed on 4 West Medical Unit
December 2021 Circle of Life Insider Update Recently, a special project was made possible at Guelph General Hospital. While not patient equipment, it is definitely improving the care of elderly patients on our 4 West Medical Unit. Admissions for patients with a diagnosis of a neurocognitive impairment, such as dementia, continue to increase. Sometimes these… Continue Reading New Murals Installed on 4 West Medical Unit
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Taking Ultrasound Technology to the Patient at Guelph General Hospital
August 2021 Circle of Life Insider Update This summer, we were grateful for the arrival of five new portable ultrasound machines funded by the Circle of Life Inner Circle members. Together, members contributed $350,000 to purchase this life-saving technology for Guelph General Hospital. Dr. Lance Salmikivi, MBBS, FRCPC Anesthesiologist At the 2020 Circle of Life… Continue Reading Taking Ultrasound Technology to the Patient at Guelph General Hospital
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What’s New at the Linamar Emergency Department?
A Circle of Life Insider Update If you’ve driven by Guelph General Hospital lately, you may be wondering what the new structure in front of the Hospital is. It is all part of an initiative to expand the Linamar Emergency Department (ED) during the pandemic and until a more permanent renovation is possible. With its… Continue Reading What’s New at the Linamar Emergency Department?