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A Publication of Bluewater Health Foundation Volume 17 Issue 2 WWW.BWHF.CA Summer, 2017

SICK MICHAEL NOT LANDSBERG WEAK BRINGS HIS MESSAGE TO SARNIA

Mental health issues continue to with our youth and gala attendees athletes in Canada, to four-time share their stories and personal ex- follow-up treatment with specialty dominate local, national and inter- and encourage them to keep the World Series winner Darryl Straw- periences and to provide a forum for services in child and youth, dual di- national headlines, focusing on an conversation going and help end berry. Landsberg shares the story safe discussion. Michael has stated, agnosis and psychogeriatric. Its As- increasing need for diagnosis, treat- the stigma around mental illness. of his own battle with mental ill- “As we share our personal experi- sertive Community Treatment pro- ment options, and community sup- Talking is the first step towards ness, as well as the unexplored ences across SickNotWeak.com, we gram is a community-based model port. Although more than 20 percent meaningful change and building stories of some of the world’s have the rare opportunity to rewrite of care for individuals with severe of Canadians are living with mental greater awareness, acceptance, most recognizable sports figures, the definition of mental illness in the and persistent mental illness. The illness, many do not seek help be- and action. to show us that recovery, strength public eye, and save lives through cause they fear the reaction from Michael Landsberg was the charis- and hope are possible in some of a safety net of stories that will re- Mental Health program also offers their friends, family and co-workers. matic and outspoken host of TSN’s our darkest times. mind us we are never alone. You can withdrawal management, addiction In a continuing effort to break the Off the Record – and from watching As a depression sufferer, Michael be sick and not weak, but you can and problem gambling services. stigma of mental illness, Bluewater his show, you’d never guess that he Landsberg understands first-hand also be sick and strong.” We know The Tribute Gala will be held Health Foundation is thrilled that has been battling mental illness, the lack of community when it Michael’s #SickNotWeak message on October 12, 2017 at the Michael Landsberg will be the guest specifically depression, for most of comes to mental illness which is will bring awareness and hope to so Dante Club in Sarnia at 5 p.m. of honour and keynote speaker at his life. Lifting the stigma from this why in 2013, he created #SickNot- many in our community. For information about sponsor- the 2017 Tribute Gala. In addition topic, Landsberg delivers a pow- Weak. #SickNotWeak aims to cre- Proceeds from the gala will bene- ship contact Adelle Stewardson at to the gala event, Michael will also erful and personal keynote on the ate a community that reduces the fit the important work of Bluewater [email protected] be sharing his important #SickNot- dangerously misunderstood issues loneliness and hopelessness of Health’s Mental Health and Addic- or 519-464-4439. For tickets or Weak message with thousands of of depression and mental health. both those who have mental health tions Services program. Bluewater youth from across the Sarnia-Lamb- Depression can affect even the most illnesses and the people who care Health has a 27-bed inpatient psy- other questions, contact Johanne ton community. It is our hope that successful of athletes – from Clara for them. Michael uses his own chiatry unit, 24/7 crisis intervention, Tomkins at jtomkins@bluewater- Michael’s message will resonate Hughes, one of the great amateur experiences to encourage others to and outpatient consultations and health.ca or 519-464-4405.

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Bluewater Thank You Health to Outgoing Honours Board THANK YOU! Service, Members Excellence Page 4 Page 7 Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 2 Summer, 2017 Upcoming Events PETROLIA HOSPITAL Foundation Events July 14: Do It For Sarnia Block Party (see ad page 3) RECEIVES $7.5M IN August 6: Bluewater International Grandfondo (see ad page 7) CAPITAL FUNDING August 25: For the Cure Golf Tournament September 10: Race for Health (see ad this page) September 28: Bluewater Health Foundation Physician Appreciation Day and Patient Choice Awards October 12: Sick Not Weak: An Evening with Michael Landsberg For Foundation event information please contact the office at (519) 464-4408 or visit our website at www.bwhf.ca. Bluewater Health Board of Directors Meetings June 22: 3:30 pm followed by the Annual General Meeting at 5:30 pm For location, meeting details and other hospital events, please visit the events calendar on Bluewater Health’s website at www.bluewaterhealth.ca. Health Watch Pictured, l-r, are: Wayne Pease, Chair, Bluewater Health Board of Directors; John McCharles, Mayor, Town of Petrolia; Mike Lapaine, June: Stroke Month and Seniors’ Month President & CEO, Bluewater Health and Ralph Ganter, CEO, Erie St. Clair LHIN. September: Ovarian Awareness Month and Men’s Cancer Health Bluewater Health has received ap- Mike Lapaine, President and CEO mitted to working collaborative- Awareness Month proval for a capital grant of $7.5 of Bluewater Health. “While we are ly with the town to achieve a joint September 10: World Suicide Prevention Day million from the Ministry of Health just in the beginning stages with vision of a healthy community that October 1: National Seniors Day Celebration and Long-Term Care towards a rural the town, clearly our collaborative includes the Petrolia hospital. This health capital redevelopment project approach and our commitment to commitment from the ministry pro- at Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hos- working hand in hand to develop a vides momentum, puts the hospital in a better position to continue the pital (CEEH) of Bluewater Health. hospital plan at the same time as a work needed, and acknowledges This grant endorses Bluewater community plan is innovative.” the unique contributions that rural Health’s Master Planning process The overall redevelopment process communities have in ensuring com- and enables the hospital to carry that the hospital has embarked upon munity health and well-being, in the out some initial infrastructure and is multi-year and multi-phase. The long term. life-safety improvements. Town of Petrolia is jointly planning As the hospital and the Town of “Bluewater Health and the Town of with the hospital, recognizing that Petrolia continue with their joint Petrolia determined that we needed there will be broad changes to the Master Planning process, communi- to collaborate differently to ensure community’s demographics and ty and hospital inputs will determine that this community continues to be healthcare needs over the next 20 the infrastructure needs, priorities served with a rural hospital,” said years. Bluewater Health is com- and specific use for this funding. Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 3 Summer, 2017 LOVED ONES Volunteer Profile HONOURED AT Roger Dias MEMORIAL SERVICE

While on staff as a Housekeeper at the that now form Bluewa- ter Health, Roger was often called on as an interpreter for Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking patients. “I did that quite a bit,” he recalls. “One time, I stayed for hours with a man from Spain who was worried about catching a flight home. He really appreci- ated having someone who spoke his language.” Foundation Board Chair Jon Palumbo reads the names of honourees at the May 3 Memorial Wall Dedication Ceremony. When Roger retired in 2006, he decided to rejoin the organization – as a Even in passing, our loved ones ty’s Medical Officer of Health from acknowledging the contributions of volunteer on Inpatient Rehabilitation. Roger arrives at 7:00 am and can now continue to live in our memory. On 1973 to 1988. those sitting in the audience. anticipate the needs of the unit helper by checking all the cupboards to en- May 3, dozens of individuals were Following her retirement, Dr. Dun- Foundation Executive Director sure they’re stocked with linens. When breakfast arrives for the patients, he remembered and honoured at Blue- can stayed very involved in the Kathy Alexander and Foundation helps as needed. “I check if the patients need help opening packages, and water Health Foundation’s annual community, serving on numerous Board Chair Jon Palumbo read each sometimes help feed them. I take that responsibility very seriously.” Memorial Wall Dedication Ceremony boards. She was named to the May- name aloud, followed by a moment He also checks each room for its supply of gloves and exchanges pleas- at the Holiday Inn’s Venetian Room. or’s Honour List, and awarded the of silence. antries with each patient. “Sometimes they like to talk about when they were The ceremony, which honours Queen’s Jubilee medal in 2002 for Complementing the ceremony young, or tell me about family members who live far away.” those for whom the Foundation re- her service to the community. with the sacred sounds of “Amazing Roger is happy to do whatever is needed – and leaves at the end of his shift Birch’s father, Dr. David Duncan, is ceived memorial donations in the Grace” and “Ave Maria” was vocal knowing he’s done his part. “My job at the hospital was the best job,” he also honoured on the memorial wall says, with pride. “Now, I’m very devoted to the unit where I help each week previous year, allows family and soloist Rachel Giacomin and her hus- from a previous year. – I love it!” friends the chance to reflect on the band and accompanist, Cy Giacomin. “The family is very pleased to have life of their loved one. A plaque bear- The memorial service to honour our loved ones’ names up on the ing their names will be displayed at those who have passed on in 2017 memorial wall,” said Ann Birch. “It’s Bluewater Health in Sarnia. or earlier will be held Wednesday, a very comforting feeling.” One individual honoured at the May 2, 2018, at the Holiday Inn. If The day includes two services, ceremony was the late Dr. Lucy you would like to have a name in- which both begin with the lighting Duncan. Dr. Duncan’s daughter, Ann of a candle of remembrance. cluded on the memorial wall, Blue- Birch, attended the ceremony with “This tradition is symbolic of the water Health Foundation requests a her sister, Mary. Dr. Duncan’s friend light these loved ones brought into minimum donation of $30. All funds Susan Chong also attended. the world and the warmth of their support the capital, educational Dr. Lucy Duncan, who passed at love,” said master of ceremonies and equipment needs of Bluewater the age of 92 in May 2016, was a and celebrant Allan McKeown. Health, and donors can designate strong voice for public health in This year Bluewater Health’s Pres- the memorial gift to a specific area Sarnia-Lambton in the 1970s and ident and CEO Mike Lapaine was or program. For more information, 1980s, serving as Lambton Coun- on hand to light the candle after visit bwhf.ca.

Al Weiss and Friends Support Bluewater Health Mammography

On October 7th, 2017, the Imperial was also an endeavour to bring at- always acknowledge her presence band received rave reviews and and new equipment purchases and Theatre will be hosting “Al Weiss tention to breast cancer awareness. from the ice. performed at Jazz and Blues in the bring attention to the importance and Friends;” a benefit concert in The concert in 2013 was sold out In 2014, the concert returned and Village last September. Other musi- of early detection. Michelle’s expe- support of the Breast Cancer Soci- from the family’s kitchen table, and raised $14,000. The success of cians booked for the show are: Riv- rience, from diagnosis through to ety of Canada (BCSC) and Bluewa- raised $10,000 with the help of the the concerts can be attributed to erview Jazz Trio, Almost Floating, treatment, was reassuring and com- ter Health’s Mammography depart- Sarnia Lady Sting hockey team that the incredible support of the com- and singers/instrumentalists Bil El- forting at Bluewater Health. Al and ment. This concert first took place their daughter, Sidney, played for. munity and the talented musicians dridge, Mark O’Reilly, Danny Weiss, Michelle are proud that, through in 2013 as a way to thank, support The team supported Michelle and who donated their time and talent Meghan Edgar, and the Gillian the concerts, they were able to con- and bring attention to the medical her entire family at a very difficult to the cause. Nicola Quartet. tribute to the Breast Cancer Society professionals that Michelle Weiss (a time and surrounded them with Headlining this year’s concert is It was important to Al and Michelle of Canada’s $5 million donation breast cancer survivor) and her fam- care. Michelle would go from che- Yasgur’s Farm from Toronto, and to partner with Bluewater Health (2014) to London Health Sciences ily encountered on her long journey motherapy at Bluewater Health and features Al and Michelle’s son Park- Foundation this year to support the Foundation supporting research in of diagnosis, , therapy and radiation therapy at London Health er on trumpet, and a guest appear- hospital’s Mammography depart- the Pamela Greenaway-Kohlmeier recovery at Bluewater Health and Sciences Centre to the games ance from Al Weiss himself. This ment. Funds raised from the concert Translational Breast Cancer Re- London Health Sciences Centre. It when possible, and the girls would 12-piece rock, funk, blues and R&B will help with equipment upgrades search Unit. Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 4 Summer, 2017 WE COULDN’T DO FOREVER FURNITURE Photography Exhibit HELPS Explores the Struggle ‘DO IT FOR SARNIA’ with Mental Health

Lambton College Digital Photography student Andrea Ochoa-Pineda held a photography exhibit, “They Say We’re Crazy,” in the Bluewater Health atrium Thank you to Forever Furniture and K106.3 FM for helping yield a $6,368 donation for the Do it for Sarnia campaign, in April. The exhibit, exploring the struggle with mental health, was part of benefitting Bluewater Health’s Mental Health and Addictions Services. Throughout the month of January, Forever Ochoa-Pineda’s final project in the program. A portion of the proceeds from Furniture matched all donations made to Dan Edwards’ initiative. the photos benefitted the Mental Health unit at Bluewater Health.

STIGMA SURVIVORS P.A.I.R.S. Trivia HELP MENTAL HEALTH Benefits Palliative PATIENTS Care

This year’s P.A.I.R.S. Trivia Challenge winning team, Lambton Law Asso- ciation, beat out 54 other teams on May 12 to take the top honours. Over Thank you to Lindsay Kirkland for her donation of toys, art supplies, books, and board games for inpatients of the $26,500 was successfully raised for both St. Joseph’s Hospice and Bluewater Mental Health unit at Bluewater Health. Lindsay raised over $3,500 at a bake sale held through her mental health Health’s unit. Thank you to all who supported this long-run- awareness initiative, The Stigma Survivors, which purchased the items. Pictured, Lindsay (left) shows off a sampling ning event. of the items with Mental Health Recreation Therapist Beth Clifford-Core. Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 5 Summer, 2017 IT WITHOUT YOU

ROTARY CLUB Gift Helps Patients at $1 MILLION DONATION Bluewater Health COMPLETE

As part of National Volunteer Week, Michaels and Starlight Children’s Foun- dation teamed up to bring joy and comfort to kids and youth at Bluewater Health and across Canada and the U.S. through their Michaels Backpacks program. Backpacks are assembled by Michaels store associates and are Thank you to the Rotary Club of Sarnia for the final installment of its $1 million pledge. The donation, which was the filled with arts, crafts and other supplies. In addition to the backpacks, the largest the Foundation has ever received from a service club, has had an extraordinary impact on the Maternal Infant amazing team at the Sarnia Michaels store also donated dozens of The Happy Child unit at Bluewater Health. Executives from both Bluewater Health and Bluewater Health Foundation officially Planner planners for caregivers of kids in hospital. Pictured, Michaels team received the final $100,000 at a Rotary meeting in April. Pictured from left to right: Shannon Landry, John Degroot, members Tracey and Josie pose with the delivered goods with Foundation Carrie McEachran, Sandra Graham, Kathy Alexander, Bill Hoad, Hugh Brignell and Jon Palumbo. Executive Director Kathy. Thanks to both Michaels and Starlight for thinking of our kids and youth in hospital.

CHILDREN’S AUXILIARY Supporting Patients SUPPORTS CT EFFORTS in Palliative Care

Thank you to St. Michael Catholic Women’s League for their donation of $242 and a handmade quilt for patients in Bluewater Health’s Palliative Care unit. Each square uniquely pays tribute to Canada’s 150th and was handmade by a different member before being combined to complete the quilt. Pictured, Thank you to the extraordinary Children’s Auxiliary team for their generous donation of $5,000 supporting Bluewater members of the St. Michael Catholic Women’s League present the quilt and Health’s new CT scanner. Pictured, members of the Children’s Auxiliary formally presented the Foundation with the donation to Adelle from the Foundation. donation.

VISION VALUES PILLARS

ABOUT A healthy community sustained We are trustworthy financial We are optimistic about the Culture of generosity through a culture of generosity. stewards who are committed future of Bluewater Health and Telling our stories US and accountable to our donors the continued well-being of our Following a blueprint and the community. community. Building a legacy MISSION We are creative in achieving We are respectful of all donors, We create, inspire and cultivate our long and short-term fund- friends, partners, and volunteers INFO expressions of generosity to equip raising goals. of the Foundation. Bluewater Health in its care for Visit us online at our community. bwhf.ca Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 6 Summer, 2017

UPDATE TO HOSPITAL Patients, Partners, Possibilities Are VISITING INFORMATION Focus of AGM/Annual Report

Bluewater Health invites the community to attend its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, June 22, 2016. The AGM begins at 5:30 pm following Patient input is playing a larg- chological well-being, and the heal- the regular monthly meeting of the Board of Directors. The back-to-back er role in who is involved in their ing process,” says Dr. Michel Hadd- meetings will be held in the Event Centre at Lambton College in Sarnia. Free care – and when. At the beginning ad, Chief of Professional Staff. “By parking and light refreshments are provided. of an ambulatory care experience, being involved in care, care plan- Dr. Samir Sinha, Director of Geriatrics of the Sinai Health System and the Uni- inpatient stay or emergency room ning, and decision-making, they versity Health Network in Toronto will be the featured AGM speaker, presenting visit at Bluewater Health, patients can support the patient during the “Meeting Our 21 Century Opportunity in Caring For An Aging Population.” are asked to define their ‘family’ hospital stay, and during the tran- Important Dr. Sinha is a passionate and respected advocate for the needs of older and how they will be involved in sition to home or community care.” Information About adults. He is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Medicine, Family care and decision-making. Patients Visitors are requested to respect Your Care and Community Medicine, and the Institute of Health Policy, Management identify who may be present during visiting hours, and the number of If you’re coming to the hospital for and Evaluation at the University of Toronto and an Assistant Professor of rounds, change of shift report, ex- people welcomed at the bedside at a planned appointment or unexpect- Medicine at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. ams and procedures, and who may any one time will be determined in edly arriving for emergency care, His breadth of international training and expertise in health policy and the have access to written or electronic collaboration with the patient and you may have questions about what delivery of services related to the care of the elderly have made him a highly clinical information. family. “In situations where there are to expect during your stay with us. regarded expert in the care of older adults. In 2012 he was appointed by the “Patients, their families, and oth- shared rooms, this negotiation will Our Patient and Family Guide will Government of Ontario to serve as the expert lead of Ontario’s Seniors Strate- gy and he is now working on the development of a National Seniors Strategy. er partners in care are respected as include the other patient, his or her help put you more at ease during In 2014, Canada’s Maclean’s Magazine proclaimed him to be one of Canada’s essential members of the health- family, and other partners in care,” your hospital experience. The guide 50 most influential people and its most compelling voice for the elderly. care team, helping to ensure quality says Landry. “Children supervised provides helpful information like Beyond Canada, Dr. Sinha has further consulted and advised hospitals and and safety,” says Shannon Landry, by an adult are also welcome.” patient rights and responsibilities, health authorities in Britain, China, Iceland, Singapore and the United States Chief Nursing Executive. “A per- If an outbreak of infection requires infection control tips, safety mea- on the implementation and administration of unique, integrated and innova- son’s family includes those who the some restrictions for public health, sures, mealtimes, hospital and local tive models of geriatric care that reduce disease burden, improve access and patient identifies as significant in staff will collaborate with the patient amenities, and contact information. capacity and ultimately promote health. his or her life.” and family to ensure that selected Please pick up your Patient and “We are eager to hear from a renowned expert in the field of geriatrics what If a patient is unable to identify who family members are still welcomed Family Guide at any high-traffic we need to consider in our approach to helping our aging population,” says should be present, hospital staff to assure safety and offer emotional location throughout the hospitals Wayne Pease, Board Chair. “It is a need that will continue to grow in the makes the most appropriate deci- support to the patient. in Petrolia and Sarnia, or view it foreseeable future.” sions possible under the circum- Between 8:30 pm and 6:00 am, on our website at www.bluewa- Bluewater Health’s AGM will also include the Auditor’s Report, election stances. Those identified as ‘family’ family members are encouraged to terhealth.ca/en/patientfamilyguide. of Directors and Officers to the 2017/18 Board of Directors, presentation are welcome 24 hours a day, seven enter through the front door, where Bluewater Health produces and pro- of the Sue Denomy Leadership Award, and reports by the Board Chair, days a week. there is an intercom with direct ac- vides the guide at no cost through President & CEO and Chief of Professional Staff. A short video depicting “Families are integral to patient cess to Security staff who can open the generous support of the adver- the people of Bluewater Health will be introduced.“Our people are the safety, comfort, medical and psy- the doors. tisers you’ll find in the book. lifeblood of this organization,” says President and CEO Mike Lapaine. “It is our people whose work enhances the patient experience, who form and grow the partnerships that make us stronger, and who create the possibil- ities for our continued success.” Hospital Supports “OMama” Bluewater Health’s web-based Annual Report will include financial state- ments, performance highlights, a message from the Board Chair and There’s a wealth of information evidence-informed pregnancy, birth nursing, social work, and prenatal President and CEO, and a short video illustrating some of the year’s proud and early parenting information,” education. Expectant parents can available for expectant parents, but accomplishments. says Dr. Baljit Singh, Medical Direc- also find OMama on Facebook. it can be overwhelming – especially The annual report will be publicly available on the organization’s website tor, Maternal/Infant/Child. “Bluewa- Visit www.bluewaterhealth.ca/ for first-time parents – to determine following the AGM. what’s most helpful. A new resource ter Health is pleased to support this maternalinfantchildprogram for in- helpful resource for parents.” formation and a link to the OMama is now available, thanks to the Bet- OMama was created with input website and app. ter Outcomes Registry and Network from women and care providers. NOTE: OMama does not offer (BORN), a program of the Children’s HELP US REACH More than 700 women who recently healthcare treatment. Those with THE FINISH LINE Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO), received maternity care contributed an urgent question about pregnan- with the support of eHealth Ontario. to its development, in addition to cy or baby care should direct it to a Make a gift to Bluewater Health’s CT scanner and “OMama offers a website and mo- several hundred healthcare provid- healthcare provider, or in the case of your donation will be doubled up to $10,000 until July 1. bile application (app) to connect On- ers representing obstetrics and fam- an emergency, visit a hospital Emer- Visit bwhf.ca to donate now! tario women and families to trusted, ily medicine, midwifery, paediatrics, gency Department. Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 7 Summer, 2017

BLUEWATER HEALTH Local Cancer Care HONOURS SERVICE, Recognized EXCELLENCE

Bluewater Health, in partnership with the Erie St. Clair Regional Cancer Pro- gram, recently hosted Operation Frontline Connect. This event functioned as an interactive educational opportunity, as well as an appreciation event, for the staff who support surgical and medical oncology offices. At the event, staff learned about cancer wait times, multidisciplinary cancer conferences with our regional partners, quality-based procedures and more. Pictured L-R: Nicki Krohn, Brittany Lee, Brian MacDonald, Megan Spizzirri, Rhona Stewart, Celia Van Horne, Josh Klaver (Withdraw- al Management Program); Dr. Monique Dostaler; Bob McKinley; Shaylin Kemmerling. Missing: Gail Best. Cancer Care Ontario measures Bluewater Health’s performance for cancer Bluewater Health staff, professional The volunteer recipient is Bob community withdrawal management wait times, which are among the best in Ontario. In fact, wait times for di- staff and volunteers were recently McKinley. Bob volunteered as a programs totalling over 4,500 visits. agnostics, colonoscopy screening, consultations, surgery and systemic celebrated at its Annual Recognition board member for eight years The Mission Award is for an indi- treatment are in the top 10% of the province. Prostate cancer at Ceremony. In total 360 individuals and continues to volunteer as a vidual (staff, physician or volunteer) Bluewater Health have seen a dramatic increase in volumes while remaining were recognized for a service anni- non-director committee member, who demonstrates an extraordinary, within or better than target wait times in 100% of cases. versary from five to 45 years (in five and in other capacities to enhance recognized energy in the way he or The team of specialists also participates in multidisciplinary case confer- year increments), and the careers of the patient experience. she lives Bluewater Health’s Mis- ences, in which patient cases are presented with regional experts, and sur- 58 retirees were honoured. This year’s physician recipient is sion: We create exemplary health- geons, oncologists, radiologists, and radiation oncologists discuss the case as a larger team. “Every day, I am inspired by the out- Dr. Monique Dostaler, Acting care experiences with patients and While Bluewater Health offers world-class cancer care right here in this standing commitment to healthcare Medical Director, Complex Con- families every time. community, it couldn’t be done without the hard-working staff from the spe- that I see in this organization,” says tinuing Care/Rehabilitation/Pallia- This year’s recipient is Shaylin cialists’ offices. Their actions and dedication directly impact hospital per- Mike Lapaine, President and CEO. tive. Her unwavering compassion is Kemmerling, Manager, Nutrition & formance, and this event provided an opportunity to thank them and learn “We are extremely proud to celebrate seen every day with patients, as she Food Services and Diabetes & Clin- together with the Bluewater Health team to continue to find ways to improve the service and contributions of our takes the time to sit quietly at their ical Nutrition. In her role, Shaylin patient care and the patient experience. staff, professional staff and volun- side and truly listens to patients uses finite resources and innovative approaches to positively contribute Donor support also contributes to the quality of local care. Many donations teers. As valuable and valued mem- and families. to patients’ health outcomes and are made to Bluewater Health Foundation to support a variety of cancer pro- bers of our hospital team, their focus The staff recipient is Gail Best, experience. She and her team have grams – including cash and memorial donations; blankets, comfort kits and on quality patient and family-centred Charge Nurse, Ambulatory Care. She revamped patient menu and patient fruit baskets for chemo patients; and special events such as That Night in Sar- care for the Sarnia-Lambton com- strives to find patient-centred solu- food and beverage preference forms, nia, Simon Warder Squash for prostate cancer, and Fore the Cure golf tourna- munity is unwavering.” tions, pulling together teams to share decreasing their cost, while improv- ment. To learn more or to make a donation please visit www.bwhf.ca This year, seven individuals were expertise and form personal connec- ing on patient nutrition, meal quality, recognized for 45 years of service: tions, leading to positive outcomes. portion size, and patient satisfaction. staff mem- The Vision Award recognizes “The strength of Bluewater Health ber Chris Eheler, Dr. Ram Gidwani, team excellence. To be consid- is its people,” said Wayne Pease, Dr. A.K. Li Wan Po, Dr. Walter ered, the team must represent an Board Chair. “The individuals and MacDonald, Cancer Clinic volun- extraordinary orientation towards teams recognized with a Bridging teer Joyce Manton, Dr. Pran Mehta, service to others through Bluewater Excellence Award go above and and Dr. Brendan O’Leary. Health’s Vision, Exceptional Care – beyond everyday expectations to Bluewater Health’s Bridging Ex- Exceptional People – Exceptional deliver on our Mission, Vision and cellence Awards recipients were Relationships. Values with exemplary care and also announced as part of the rec- This year’s Vision Award recipient caring. The Board of Directors is ognition event. These awards hon- is the Withdrawal Management proud to recognize these deserving our individuals and teams for their Services Roll-Out Team. Since recipients for their dedication and contribution, dedication and com- being tasked by the LHIN with the outstanding achievements. By their mitment to excellence while deliv- development of Withdrawal Man- example, they set the bar for perfor- ering exemplary healthcare to the agement Service in 2013, the team mance excellence.” Sarnia-Lambton community. has hired and trained staff, devel- Bridging Excellence Award recip- In the Values Awards catego- oped programming, built an evi- ients receive a bursary to contin- ry, there are three recipients – one dence-informed business case and ue their education and learning, a staff, one physician and one volun- engaged stakeholders. To date the crystal keepsake award, and a copy teer. The category is based on the Withdrawal Management Services of the video in which they were fea- demonstrated values of Compas- Team has served over 750 local tured. To view the finalist videos on sion, Accountability, Respect and individuals with drug and alcohol YouTube, please visit www.youtube. Excellence (CARE). addictions through new day and com/bluewaterhealth. Volume 17 Issue 2 PAGE 8 Summer, 2017