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About HPHA

SCHF LogoThe role of the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation is to provide the community with a range of opportunities to continually improve patient care at the Seaforth Community Hospital.

Since incorporation under the Canada Business Corporation Act in 1994, the Foundation has invested over $2 million in support of critical medical equipment, redevelopment and new technology to the Seaforth Community Hospital.

Ongoing support from the community is crucial to ensure that the necessary medical equipment, beyond Ministry of Health funding, is available when an emergency occurs. A gift will make a real impact at life's most crucial time.

“If we all give a little… we all get a lot!”

Latest News!

Radiothon Update!

December 13, 2022 

With the end of 2022 approaching, we wanted to provide an update on the total raised from the CKNX Health Care Heroes Radiothon. Firstly, the Foundation would like to thank the community for their participation and generosity. What we do would not be possible without your continued support. So for that, we thank you!

On December 1, 2022, Ron Lavoie, Foundation Chair was invited to the Huron East/Seaforth Community Development Trust office to receive a cheque for $5,000 for the Foundation. This donation will be put towards our Radiothon campaign. Check out the photo below of Ron with Christie Little, Chairperson of the Huron East/Seaforth Community Development Trust!

This year our goal for the Radiothon was to fundraise $50,000 for a new ultrasound machine. At the time of writing this, our total raised is just over $39,000.  We are so close to our goal and a new ultrasound machine for the Seaforth Community Hospital! 

The Foundation would also like to extend our thanks to Wendy, Chair of the SCHF Radiothon Committee. Without Wendy’s dedication and knowledge of the event, this would not have been possible.

 

L to R:  Ron Lavoie, Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation Chair; Christie Little, Huron East/Seaforth Community Development Trust Chairperson

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Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation Awarded $6,000 from ScotiaMcLeod

November 15, 2022

The Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation (the Foundation) is very grateful to receive a donation in the amount of $6,000 from Scotia Wealth Management’s Share the Wealth campaign.

This was made by possible by Alexander Cardno. Alexander grew up in Seaforth and was a member of the Foundation Board from 2020-2021. In the summer of 2022, Alexander, a Wealth Advisor at Scotia Wealth Management, graciously nominated the Foundation as a charity worthy of recognition and support based on the benefit the Foundation brings to the Seaforth Community Hospital and community.

“We are so honoured that Alexander nominated the Foundation for this award,” says Ron Lavoie, Foundation Chair. “This donation will enhance the Seaforth community by assisting the Foundation’s goal of fundraising for a new Ultrasound unit. As we know ultrasound plays an essential role in helping healthcare professionals diagnose and determine treatment for a variety of conditions and diseases.”

On behalf of the patients and team members at the Seaforth Community Hospital, the Foundation would like to thank Alexander for the nomination, ScotiaMcLeod for their generosity and the community for their continued support.

“If we all give a little… we all get a lot!”

Cheque presentation in front of Seaforth Community Hospital  

L to R: - Sheila Morton, Vice Chair Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation; Ron Lavoie, Chair Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation; Dick Burgess, Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation Board Member; Michele Tyndall, Manager Inpatient Unit & Emergency Department; Jennifer Rascao, Director Patient Care & Interim Chief Nursing Executive; Alexander Cardno, Wealth Advisor at Scotia Wealth Management

For more information, please contact:
Ron Lavoie, Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation Chair / ron.lavoie@hpha.ca
 

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Matt Huether Memorial Hockey Tournament Donates over $20,000 to the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation

August 23, 2022

The Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation is very grateful to receive a memorial donation in the amount of $20,258.03 from a hockey tournament held in memory of Matt Huether.

The Young Buck’s hockey team plays in Seaforth and hosts an annual tournament in memory of their close friend, Matt, who passed away in 2018.

The Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation expresses their deepest sympathy to Matt’s family and friends and is very grateful to those that have made this donation possible. We are honoured to be part of Matt’s legacy.

This donation will enhance our local Emergency Department at the Seaforth Community Hospital. The funds donated will be used to purchase a Portable Cardiac Monitor.

Memorial donations to the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation are a wonderful way to honour the memory of a loved one.

Cheque presentation in front of the Seaforth Community Hospital

L to R – Mary Cardinal, Vice President, People and Chief Quality Executive; Sheila Morton, Vice Chair Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation; Alex Melady, Young Buck’s Player; Dean Johnston, Young Buck’s Player; Brad Vanbakel, Young Buck’s Player; Brent Melady, Young Buck’s Player; Ron Lavoie, Chair, Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation; Penny Cardno, Director Patient Care 

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Ways to Donate

There are several ways to support the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation:

Cheque:  Make cheques payable to the Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation and mail to:

                 Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation

                 PO Box 99, Seaforth, ON  N0K 1W0

e-Transfer: e-Transfer from your financial institution to seaforth.foundation@hpha.ca and let us know what type of donation (campaign, memorial, etc.), indicate memorial name if a memorial donation, and include your mailing address.

Online:  Donate via our CanadaHelps secure donation form.

 

Types of Donations

Foundation Campaigns are run to address the essential needs of the Seaforth Community Hospital. Your continued support is crucial for our annual summer and Christmas campaigns.

Community events run by groups and individuals. This is a great way for the community to get involved and invest in the health of our community. The Foundation is available to assist you with the planning of your event.

Cash Gifts from donors are used for needed patient care equipment at the Seaforth Community Hospital. Cash gifts enable the Hospital to continue to provide quality compassionate care to everyone who passes through our doors.

Memorial Gifts are a wonderful way to honor the memory of a deceased or loved one.

Tribute Gifts can be made to honour an anniversary, birthday, retirement or any other special occasion.

Matching Gifts are made by employers who generously match contributions from their staff. Contact your employer to find out if your company has a matching gift program.

Gifts in Kind are non-cash gifts including securities, real estate and other tangible property.

Planned Gifts are becoming an increasingly popular way to leave a lasting gift. Bequests made through your will, and special gifts made by other methods such as life insurance will help patients for years to come.

Events

Upcoming Events

  • July & August 2022 – Summer Newsletter 
  • September 21, 2022 - Annual General Meeting 
  • October 15, 2022- CKNX Healthcare Heroes Radiothon
  • December 2022 – Christmas Campaign Community Appeal Letter

Memorial Donations

The Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation expresses deepest sympathy to the family members and friends, and is grateful to those who have made memorial donations in 2021. 

 Kay BaerFrank Hulley
 Bruce BeaumontLucy Jones
 Jeff BrittonDoug Jones
 Lloyd BrodhagenFerg Kelly
 Donald BuchananRose Marie Kelly
 Matt CarnochanLaurie Kruse
 Brad CarnochanShirley Matthews
 George ClementsLeona McCarthy
 Betty ColemanJeanette McDowell
 Graeme CraigBetty Oldacre
 Heather CroninBarb Osborn
 Harvey DaleMillie Quance
 Clara A. DittmerMike Regier
 Ken DoigKevin Reiger
 Clara DucharmeEleanor Reilly
 James DucharmeEdward Scherbarth
 Laura EggertGwen Scott
 Wilfred ElliottWilliam Scott
 Andrea FinlaysonBarb Springall
 Jean FreriksRichard Ulch
 Les GlanvilleGreg Van Loon  
 George GrayRonald Weiss
 Brian HaleyTom Williamson
 Barbara Hoy

Past Memorial Donations

 

Equipment Donations

2020/2021

  • Computer Workstation on Wheels
  • Vital Signs Monitors
  • Air Scrubber
  • Portable Pressure Monitor
  • Ante Room Kit
  • COVID-19 Operating Expenses
  • Support the purchase of X-ray Equipment

2019/2020

  • Front load washer
  • OTRT Track and Hardware
  • Patient beds, over bed tables and bedside cabinets

2018

  • Transport Ventilator
  • Patient beds, over bed tables and bedside cabinets

2017

  • Ultrasound Probe Sterilization Unit and Cabinet
  • Therapeutic Ultrasound Units
  • Patient beds, over bed tables and bedside cabinets

2016

  • Ultrasound Machine
  • Suction & Oxygen Therapy Equipment

2015

  • Bariatric Chair
  • Bedpan Washer
  • Blood Bank Refrigerator
  • Coagulation Analyser
  • Conference Room Renovation
  • ECG Machine
  • Electronic Phlebotomy Chair
  • Therapy Surface Mattresses (2)
  • Vital Signs Monitor

2014

  • Defibrillator
  • X-Ray Portable Retrofit

2013

  • Bed Mattress
  • Cafeteria Furniture
  • Disinfector-Tornado Flusher
  • Portable Ultrasound System

2012

  • Automated Dispensing Cabinets
  • Bariatric Bed
  • Bedpan Flusher
  • Cafeteria Servery
  • Defibrillator
  • Hydrocolator with Hot Packs
  • Therapy Mattress Surface
  • Transport Stretcher
  • Vital Signs Monitor

2011

  • Automated Dispensing Cabinets (ADCs)

2010

  • Medical Imaging Digital X-Ray Unit
  • Quiet Room
  • Waiting Room Television

Click here to see donations from 1995 – 2009.

Contact Information

Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation
24 Centennial Drive, Box 99
Seaforth, Ontario NOK 1WO

Tel: 519-527-1650 Ext. 4234 | Email: seaforth.foundation@hpha.ca 

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