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The Deep River and District Health (DRDH) Auxiliary, known for its unwavering commitment to supporting healthcare services in our community, has once again showcased its incredible generosity at this year's Annual Meeting and Luncheon. The event, held on April 11, 2024, served as a platform to celebrate the remarkable support extended to Deep River and District Health, with a total of $177,000 in donations announced.
These donations underscore the Auxiliary's profound impact on improving the well-being of individuals in our community. Among the contributions, $30,000 has been allocated for the purchase of equipment, including new beds and mattresses at DRDH, ensuring patients' comfort and recovery. Additionally, $17,000 has been earmarked for the Preschool Speech and Language Program, allowing DRDH to continue to support speech and language development for children across our region. The largest donation of $130,000 will significantly enhance the amenities at DRDH’s new long-term care home once it is built, with funds directed towards spa equipment, prioritizing residents' quality of life and comprehensive care.
Since its inception in 1974, the Auxiliary has contributed an astounding $1,845,575 in financial assistance and devoted an incredible 431,275 volunteer hours, symbolizing a legacy of compassion and service. Through volunteer work at the Whistle Stop, the DRDH Gift Shop, the DRDH palliative care program, and the Four Seasons Lodge Long-Term Care Home, Auxiliary members have become indispensable pillars of support.
As Volunteer Week unfolds across Canada from April 14 – 20, 2024, Deep River and District Health extends its heartfelt gratitude to every member of the Auxiliary whose unwavering dedication and collective impact continue to make a profound difference in the lives of others.  Members of the Deep River and District Health (DRDH) Auxiliary announced $177,000 in donations to Deep River and District Health at this year’s Annual Meeting and Luncheon. Pictured here presenting one of the three donations provided are DRDH Auxiliary Executive Members Annabell Harvey, Janna Hotson – DRDH President and CEO, Eileen Burke, Patricia Clouthier, Lee-an Baker, Marguerite Santone, Jane Pecoskie, Marie Charbonneau, William Willard – DRDH Executive Vice President and CFO, and Judith Cloutier.
 Pictured here presenting the second of the three donations provided is William Willard - DRDH Executive Vice President and CFO, Auxiliary Members Eileen Burke, Ethel Lee, Lise Hunter, Gloria Kendrick, Maureen Bakewell, and Janna Hotson – DRDH President and CEO.
Pictured here presenting the third of the three donations provided is Janna Hotson – DRDH President and CEO, Auxiliary Members Eileen Burke, Shirley Lachance, Maureen McCarthy, Shirley Leakey, Carolyn Chassé, and William Willard – DRDH Executive Vice President and CFO.
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