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A Legacy of Care: Honouring Pat Docherty Through the Gift of Critical Care
This is a series to celebrate the community and individual donors who are making the Critical Care Unit at NRGH possible. In 2014, a group of friends came together for a casual golf day, enjoying a shared passion for sports and friendship. What began as a lighthearted gathering soon took on a significant purpose after…
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Landmark Critical Care Project Completes Fundraising Goal Ahead of Schedule
New ICU & High Acuity Unit (HAU) Transforms Critical Care at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital NANAIMO, BC – October 23, 2024, The Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation (NDHF) is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its most ambitious fundraising campaign to date, exceeding the $10 million dollar goal for the Critical Care Unit at…
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Donor’s generous gift adds more joy to Rehab Unit at NRGH
Photo: Courtney Stebbe, Jonathan Vanzella therapists in the Rehabilitation Unit at NRGH and patient G.S. Phil and Kate BrookmanLiving Their Values – Duty to Others Phil Brookman became a Queen’s Scout as a youngster and always described himself as a Scout for life. It was visible in the way he embraced the organization’s core values, even…
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Strengthening Healthcare Through Generosity: Coastland Wood Industries’ Impact
Helping to Equip Nanaimo Regional General Hospital’s new Intensive Care Unit to meet the needs of our Growing Community This is a series to celebrate the community and individual donors who are making the Critical Care Unit at NRGH possible. A Legacy of Community Support and Partnership Coastland Wood Industries has long been an essential…
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ELDERCARE FOUNDATION MAKES LARGEST CAMPAIGN DONATION TO SUPPORT LONG TERM CARE UPGRADES ON VANCOUVER ISLAND
NANAIMO, BC – September 23, 2024, Eldercare Foundation, a charity dedicated to supporting seniors across Vancouver Island, has generously contributed over $46,500 to the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation (NDHF) in support of its Long-Term Care campaign, launched earlier this summer. This transformative donation will directly fund essential improvements, including bus rentals for resident excursions…
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Exclusive Tour Highlights Progress of Critical Care Expansion at NRGH
Last week, the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation team, partners, and select donors had the unique opportunity to tour the construction of the High Acuity Unit on the final floor of the new three-story Critical Care Unit, nearing completion at NRGH As the community continues to grow, so does the need for advanced critical care…
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The Rotary Club Room
This is a series to celebrate the community and individual donors who are making the Critical Care Unit at NRGH possible. The Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation is thrilled to celebrate our incredible donors who have made the Critical Care Building at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH) possible, including the five Rotary Clubs who came…
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Cancer Care Comes Closer To Home After Exceeding Campaign Goal
Donors Give Over $188,000 for Cancer Diagnostic and Treatment Equipment NANAIMO, BC – June 27, 2024 –532 donors from across Central and North Vancouver Island came together to raise over $188,000 to fund cancer diagnostic and treatment equipment for NRGH. The Mopec 400, more commonly referred to as a “grossing station,” is a piece of…
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Highlighting the Vital Role of Indigenous Liaison Nurses at NRGH
At the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH), the role of an Indigenous Liaison Nurse is not just about healthcare—it’s about bridging gaps, advocating for vulnerable patients, and ensuring that cultural sensitivities are respected and integrated into the healthcare experience. Joanne Van Engelsdorp, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and Indigenous Liaison Nurse, offers invaluable insight into…
We are creating something remarkable: BC's First Senior-Friendly Emergency Unit
