Almonte Hospital - Quality Care For Life - Fall 2011

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Quality Care Quality Care For Life For Life

A publication of the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation FALL 2011

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Paramedics recertify ........2Strong boards ...................3Thank you donors ............4Exemplary medal .............5

Dr. Keon guest speaker ....8Legacy giving ........... 10-11Lions golf a success .. 12-1450th Anniversary ...........16

What's Inside

Almonte’s newest family physician, Dr. Bill Blaine, has deep roots in the area.“My great-great-grandfather is buried across the road from where I am staying in

Balderson,” says Dr. Blaine. “My grandparents lived in Car-leton Place and my mother worked at the Almonte General Hospital’s Day Hospital.”

Dr. Blaine, 34, began working in Almonte on April 26, 2011, immediately after completing his residency in family practice. He is currently taking new patients and is practising at 38 Gomme Street in Almonte with local physicians Dr. Cecil Rytwinski and Dr. Anne Oldfi eld.

Born in Trenton, Ontario, Dr. Blaine calls himself a “military brat” whose family moved several times when he was a child. After high school, he attended Brock University for four years, intending to become a phys-ed teacher. He then completed a Masters degree in exercise physiology at Queen’s University and began to consider a career in medi-cine.

He applied to medical schools in Ireland and Australia and was accepted at Flinders University School of Medicine in Adelaide, South Australia, where he spent fi ve years.

He did his residency in family medicine at the University of Western Ontario.

“Family medicine is really the only area of practice I have ever been interested in,” he says. “I like people, and I like understanding them and hearing their stories. Family medicine is a challenge because you never know what is go-ing to come through the door each day.”

During his residency, Dr. Blaine did a placement in Al-

Almonte’s newest family physician has deep roots in the area

monte, with Dr. Rytwinski. While he considered a number of other Ottawa Valley locations to establish his practice, he decided on Almonte.

“I’ve always liked people who gravitate to small com-munities and I have always had a soft spot for Almonte,” he says. “The fact that Almonte has a Family Health Team was another very attractive thing about this community, because it means I can practise comprehensive medicine.”

The Ottawa Valley Family Health Team (OVFHT) began operating last November. In addition to local family physi-cians, the OVFHT has a nurse practitioner, a psychiatrist, a pharmacist, a chiropodist, a social worker, a registered nurse and a dietician. Together, they will deliver primary care services to patients, along with chronic disease management and health promotion programs.

The fi rst fl oor of the old Fairview Manor building is being renovated to accommodate the Family Health Team, with occupancy planned for early in 2012. Operating from one location means services will be centralized and conve-nient for patients and it also maximizes opportunities for health care providers to collaborate and consult with each other to enhance care.

In addition to family practice, Dr. Blaine is working in the Almonte General Hospital Emergency Department, as-sisting in the OR and seeing patients in the Hospital.

“I am also very interested in lifestyle modifi cation to prevent disease,” he says. “In the future, I hope to establish programs such as medically supervised weight loss.”

Dr. Blaine’s offi ce can be reached at 613-256-2727.Dr. Bill Blaine is Almonte’s newest family physician.

Successful House TourThe Almonte General Hospital Fundraising Committee donated $18,000 to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation October 24 for the purchase of a defi brillator. The fundraising committee of dedicated volunteers expanded their ranks to more than 100 for the Town and Country House Tour last June, which showcased several homes in the Almonte, Appleton and Pakenham area. Members of the House Tour Committee included, from left, Jamie Kraemer, Marilyn Linnenbruegger, Rhonda Virgin, Carol Bean, Lesley Todd, Heather Sheffi eld and Rhonda Tees. Missing from the photo are Lynn Attley, Seanine Linnenbruegger and Susan Muston.

If you or your loved ones have ever used the services of the Almonte General Hospital/

Fairview Manor, you know how important it is to have high-quality care close to home.

As our community grows and ages, it is more important than ever to make sure our Hospital and Manor are fully equipped and continue to offer a full range of services, including emergency and obstetrical care, sur-gery, X-ray/ultrasound services and complex continuing care.

The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor is here for you, your family, friends and neighbours and we need your help!

When you support the Quality Care for Life Equipment Fund, you are investing in your health and in your community. Your gift will make a meaningful difference that will last for generations.

Your support will help Almonte General Hospital purchase essential equipment for patient care

The Almonte General Hospital has more than $1.6 million worth of equipment on its 2011-12 capital request list.

“We have a newly redeveloped Hospital and to remain on the leading edge we need new equipment to replace aging equipment and to ensure we stay up to date,” says Almon-te General Hospital/Fairview Manor Founda-tion Executive Director Gerry Huddleston.

“Thanks to the support of our generous do-nors we are making progress, but we continue to raise funds for several patient care equip-

ment items.”Medical-Surgical Unit – The Hospital’s

Medical-Surgical unit requires a cardiac defi -brillator, which costs $18,000. It also requires PCA pumps, which cost $5,000. PCA pumps permit patients to control their own pain medication.

Operating Room – The OR requires two laparoscopic scopes, which cost $4,000 each, two anaesthetic smart carts, which cost $3,000 each and a $10,000 hysterscope tray.

Emergency Room – Equipment required for the ER includes three IV pumps at $4,500 each, a gynaecology stretcher costing $8,000, a crib costing $6,000, a $5,000 cardiac monitor and a $2,500 Instant Lab Analysis machine.

Obstetrical Unit – The OBS Unit requires a fetal monitor worth $10,000, fi ve bassinets and mattresses at $2,500 each, an $8,000 blan-ket for jaundiced babies, a $6,500 medication cart, a $5,000 baby resuscitator and $5,000 for a birthing bed.

Rosamond Unit – Equipment for the Rosamond Unit, which provides complex continuing care, includes beds and mattresses worth $45,000, a hydrofoil bubble tub that costs $33,000, a $26,000 bariatric bed, an $8,000 therapy surface, a $7,000 medication cart, a $4,300 blanket warmer and a $2,500 shower chair.

Lab – The Lab requires a urinalysis reader, which costs $3,000 and a centrifuge machine worth $3,100.

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By Ed McPherson

Lanark County Ambulance paramedics recently com-pleted their annual certifi cation in the Advanced Life Sup-port Patient Care program. This program requires each paramedic to successfully complete testing, which includes written, verbal and practi-cal scenarios. The program refl ects the current practices for paramedics in Ontario and provides benchmarks for evaluating the paramedic’s ability to deal with life-threat-ening situations, including paediatric, cardiac and trauma emergencies. The roles and responsibilities of a paramedic are speci-fi ed in Ontario Regulation 257/00 under the Ambulance Act. Part of this regulation requires that a paramedic be able to perform specifi c medical directives under the licence of a Regional Base Hospital (RBH) Medical Director. The medical directives are designed to guide the paramedic in the provision of timely and appropriate care to their patients in the pre-hospital setting. The paramedic must meet all requirements under the program to obtain the title of “Paramedic”. The responsibility for conducting the certifi cation testing rests with the Regional Base Hospital of Eastern Ontario (RPPEO). A base hospital is a regional education center that operates under the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and is responsible for both the certifi cation and medi-cal oversight of the paramedics who work in a specifi c geographical area. Certifi ed instructors known as Clini-cal Leaders, who have undergone intensive training and testing, conduct the program on behalf of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. When paramedics attend a certifi cation session they receive education on all changes to the current directives and any other information deemed relevant to their job. These updates ensure that the paramedics are up to date on the best medical practices for their patients. For example, one recent change for the paramedic’s scope of practice relates to cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). A new streamlined protocol allows paramedics to rapidly perform CPR and defi brillation on a patient suffering from a cardiac arrest. This change will allow paramedics to provide this life-saving act more quickly. During certifi cation, paramedics are put through real-life scenarios that test their ability to perform. Each scenario must be completed within a certain time limit in order

for the paramedic to be successful. The paramedics face multiple challenges, which range from newborns in distress, to cardiac emergencies and, fi nally, to a multiple-problem major trauma. The paramedics are also tested on their ability to admin-ister several medications (nitro-glycerine, ASA, ventolin, Glucagon, benadryl and epinephrine ) based on the patient’s condition. They also complete electrocardiograms on their cardiac patients. The dosages and interventions depend on the situation and severity of the call. The paramedic must make the correct choice for the treatment of the patient in order to successfully be certifi ed.

Our paramedics look forward to the certifi cation train-ing as it ensures that our patients will receive the best care available. Ed McPherson is Deputy Chief of the Lanark County Ambulance Service, which is administered by the Almonte General Hospital.

Lanark County Ambulance Paramedics complete annual certifi cation

Practicing InjectionsLanark County Ambulance Service Primary Care Paramed-ic Beth Neil, left, gives an injection while colleague Michele Kereluk looked on.

Performing CPRPrimary Care Paramedics Clark Bingley and Ashley Gorham, from the Lanark County Ambulance Service, perform CPR on a mannequin as part of their annual recertifi cation.

Recertifi cationLanark County Ambulance Service (LCAS) Primary Care Paramedics recently completed their annual recertifi cation. Six teams of paramedics participated in the training, which they must complete successfully to remain employed as paramedics. Sixty-fi ve of the 85 member LCAS received training while the remaining 20 completed the training with their home base service.

Airway managementPrimary Care Paramedics Clark Bingley and Ashley Gorham are shown practising airway management as part of their continuing medical education. The paramedics were members of one of six classes undertaking their annual recertifi cation for the Lanark County Ambulance Service.

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The Almonte General Hospital/Fair-view Manor (AGH/FVM) is governed by a strong, active Board of Directors drawn from our community. The Board has 12 elected members and four non-voting members, appointed under the Public Hospitals Act, and one Honorary Director. The elected members can serve a maximum of three, three-year terms and the terms are staggered to ensure continuity on the board. Here are the members of the 2011-12 Board of Directors.

Dr. Thomas Todd, Board Chair – Dr. Todd joined the Board in 2005 and became Board Chair in June 2011. An Almonte resident, Dr. Todd is the Director of Physi-cian Consulting Services for the Canadian Medical Protective Association.

Paul Virgin, Vice-Chair – Mr. Virgin, a fi nancial advisor, joined the Board in 2006. An Almonte resident, Mr. Virgin chairs the Quality and Risk Management Committee.

Carol Bean, Honorary Director – Mrs. Bean is immediate Past Chair of the Board. A retired Registered Nurse, Mrs. Bean joined the Board in 2000. The Pakenham resident chairs the Governance and Nomi-nating Committee.

Lucy Brown – Mrs. Brown, who is a do-mestic engineer, joined the Board in 2011. She lives in Almonte.

Donna Brown – An Almonte resident, Mrs. Brown is a consultant. She sat on the Board from 2004-10 and rejoined the Board in 2011.

David Gomme – A retired Certifi ed

Management Accountant, Mr. Gomme joined the Board in 2010. He lives in Almonte. Sue Hamilton – An information technol-ogy professional, Mrs. Hamilton joined the Board in 2011. She lives in Almonte. Gary Hannah – Mr. Hannah, who lives in Gloucester, is the founder and co-owner of Vocantas Inc. in Kanata. He joined the Board in 2011. Jacqueline Kirkland – A Nurse Practi-tioner, Mrs. Kirkland joined the Board in 2011. She lives in Almonte. Susan Muston – An Almonte resident, Mrs. Muston joined the Board in 2011. A software test engineer, Mrs. Muston chairs the Board’s Finance and Audit Committee. Betty Preston – Retired Pharmacist Betty Preston joined the Board in 2008. She lives in Almonte. Rhonda Tees – A retired marketing/com-munications executive, Mrs. Tees joined the Board in 2009. The Pakenham resident chairs the Human Resources Committee. Chris Van Barr – A Kinburn resident, Mr. Van Barr co-leads Gowlings Intellec-tual Property Litigation National Practice Group. He joined the Board in 2011. The Board’s four non-voting members are AGH/FVM President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider, Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld, President of the Medical Staff Association Dr. Heather Abramenko and Vice President, Patient and Resident Services and Chief Nursing Offi cer Donna Leafl oor.

Meet the Almonte General Hospital/

Fairview Manor Board of Directors

• From the front

X-ray – The X-ray Department re-quires a $17,000 ECG machine. Physiotherapy – The Physiotherapy Department requires a patient standing frame, which costs $6,000.

How You Can Help! 1) Join our special group of loyal and dedicated donors who support Quality Care for Life at the Hospital and Manor on a monthly basis through the Monthly GivingProgram. 2) Consider a gift in your will. To include a bequest in your will, have your lawyer prepare a new will or add a codicil to your existing document. 3) Use assets for your charitable gift. Gifts such as cash, stocks, mutual funds,

2011-12 AGH/FVM Board of Directors Members of the 2011-12 Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Board of Directors are shown at their October meeting. Front row, from left, AGH/FVM President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider, Board Chair Dr. Thomas Todd, Vice-Chair Paul Virgin and Past Chair Carol Bean. Back row, from left, Chris Van Barr, AGH/FVM Vice President Patient and Resident Services and Chief Nursing Offi cer Donna Leafl oor, President of the Medical Staff Dr. Heather Abramenko, Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld, Lucy Brown, Jacqueline Kirkland, Betty Preston, Susan Muston, Rhonda Tees and David Gomme. Missing from the photo are Board members Donna Brown, Sue Hamilton and Gary Hanna.

RRSPs, life insurance, RRIFs, pensions, term deposits, real estate, art or jewellery can often provide tax savings.

We are here to assist you! The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation’s 12-member Board of Directors and our Foundation Executive Director Gerry Huddleston are here to assist you with your gift. Let us work together this fall for your benefi t and to support the purchase of life-saving equipment for you, your family, friends and neighbours.

Please begin your gift giving process today by calling Gerry Huddleston, Executive Director, AGH/FVM Foundation at 613-256-2514 ext. 2297 at work, 613-256-7924 at home or e-mail [email protected].

Recognizing long serviceThe Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation Board said goodbye and thank you to six dedicated members of the Board of Directors at its October 5 Annual General Meeting. Leaving the Board are Chair Don Stewart and Leonard Lee, who have completed three, three-year terms, Lesley Todd, Al Potvin, Jonathan Ralph and Carol Bean. In thephoto, from left are, Foundation Chair Art Solomonian, Mrs. Todd, Mr.Lee, Mr. Stewart, Mr. Potvin and Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider, who is also the Foundation Board Secretary.

Welcoming Foundation Board membersFive new Board members joined the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Founda-tion Board at its Annual General Meeting Oct. 5. Joining the Board are Art Levi, Al Lunney, Debbie Quarrington, Angela Snyder and Phil Wood. In the photo, from left, are, Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor President and CEO and Foundation Secretary Mary Wilson Trider, Chair Art Solomonian, Mrs. Quarrington, Mr. Lunney, Mrs. Snyder, Vice Chair Margaret Brunton and Mr. Levi.

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National Philanthropy Day

November 15, 2011James P. and Vera McGregorBank of MontrealRBC FoundationAlmonte Lions ClubLeonard and Lorraine Lee

Terry KellDr. Howard SilvermanDr. Heather and Mr. Rob AbramenkoDr. Franz and Karen FerrarisDr. Thomas and Lesley ToddGudrun and the late George Boyce

Benefactor - $100,000 +The Corporation Of The Town Of Mississippi MillsIn memory of J. James MackieMr. Justice James K. Hugessen and Mrs. Mary Hugessen

Founder - $50,000 - $99,999Rural Expo 2003Guido and Tanya Patrice – Patrice’s Your Independent GrocerArthur N. and Helen J. LeviRobert and Jennifer ConnollyCivitan Club of Almonte IncorporatedBryn and Gaye Matthews

Friend for Life - $20,000 - $49,000Canada Life Almonte Gazette – Metroland Media Inc.Anonymous The Barwick Family FoundationIn memory of Alan and Marjorie Armstrong Dr. Karen StillmanAlfred and Barbara Potvin Muriel (Hill) GreenMay Magic Ball Committee Benjamin D. JamesDon and Jean Stewart George and Gudrun BoyceThomas and Michele Levi John and Helen LeviSusan Kilburn Wayne and Jean Crawford and FamilyRoyal Lepage Gale Real Estate Almonte General Hospital AuxiliaryEdward and Isobelle Winslow-Spragge RE Hein Construction Limited Scotiabank Carleton Place Dorothy LeggettJohn Kerry and Family Bill and Helen Halpenny In memory of Marion Kerry Dr. Louise Heslop and Mr. Lorne HeslopIn memory of CIBC Carleton Place Mervin and Carol (Wacowich) Tosh Marina Johnston and Family Dr. Geoffrey A. Lodge/Susan Calder-Lodge In memory of Herb Johnston In memory of Thelma Lodge Dr. Christiane Deschenes and Mr. Roger ChesserMrs. Sheila MacIntosh Doris CochranDon and Jean Stewart Mr. & Mrs. Tom and Kay CavanaghBill Kirkwood and Susan Hanna

Partner - $10,000 - $19,999Doug, Deborah and Erin Coady Coady's Car Care (Almonte) Ltd In loving memory of Sean In memory of SeanVal Willis In memory of Kenra WillisJohn and Marie Dunn and Family AnonymousRobert and Thora Pugh Dr. Graeme McKillop and Dr. Jan McKillopMississippi Mills Chamber of Commerce L.G. William ChapmanJohn and Ruth Steele Paul and Rhonda VirginDr. Stuart Gilson and Dr. Susan Gilson Reg and Gail GambleRay and June Timmons Paul and Angelika AdamsGerry and Anne Wheatley The Attley FamilyGord and Bonnie Pike Dr. and Mrs. M. DolanJeanette Stewart Karson Kartage and Konstruction Ltd.Philip and Gabrielle Wood Almonte Community Coordinators (The Hub)John Jamieson Family Elizabeth HewensEdward Kennedy Jamie and Sherry FortuneRay and Ruth Fortune Royal Canadian Legion Branch 240Mel Ralph Maurice Lepage and Nancy Laws-LepageAlmonte General Hospital Gift Shop Volunteers Ross & Corleen BradleyPhilip Downey Margaret Duncan BruntonKatherine Bach in memory of Dr. Rolf Bach Jonathan and Joanne RalphEugene and Mildred Simpson Dr. Frank Murphy – The Murphy FamilyAlmonte Ramsay Firefi ghters Association Jack and Florence VirginDavid and Sandra Martin Bob and Joan Rivington and FamilyAlan and Patricia Gale Herb and Helen PragnellWilson Bassile Jean-Guy Legault and Lynda EllisHon. Justice Timothy Ray - Almonte Pharmacyand Kathy Coulthart-Dewey Mary CaseyBrian and Debbie Quarrington –Tim Hortons Tubman Funeral HomesInterspec Furniture Ottawa Senator’s FoundationEdna Clement AnonymousKathleen Burke John DrewKatzGroup Canada/Rexall Jessie HendersonRalph Langtry Burn Your BraTed Leggett Katz Group Canada Ltd./Rexall Pharma Plus

Supporter - $5000 - $9,999J.P. Bickell Foundation Elizabeth Garlisch John and Mary Lou Souter Frank and Julia ThomasAndrew and Glenna Brown Arnold and Mary GunnKlaus and Marilyn Linnenbruegger Al and Jeri LunneyJane Edwards Dr. Cecil Rytwinski and Dr. Anne Oldfi eldJohn and Susan Muston Lionel Easton in memory of Audrey EastonPaul and Ria Ralph Blackbird – Emily ArbourHarvey and Doris Cochran Mr. Justice Alan & Mrs. Heather Sheffi eldConnie and Stan Mills Jack and Kaye DevineThe Mancini Family Norma Pasteris in memory of Raymond PasterisGerry and Barb Huddleston John A. Stewart and Family in memory of KayMichael and Janet Galligan Wilfred and Jean NeilsonMary Ellen Code Ian and Jane HendersonJoan Mullally Jim and Bessie PaulDavid and Helene Gilhooly Angus JamiesonStephen Brathwaite and Vicki Veenstra CAPCORP Financial in memory of John RooneyMotion Creative Printing Mervyn and Doris BlaneyKeith and Irene Brunton Elizabeth A. CampbellJoe and Doris Spagnolo Almonte Dental Clinic (Dr. Jim Kontogiannis)Calabogie & Pakenham Highlands William and Wendy CoxIn memory of Jane Dunfi eld Don and Anne ChapmanAlastair and Margaret Gale Mel HammondW. Donald Miller Mississippi River Power CorporationLenore Newman George and Enid NightingaleChris and Kathryn Norton Ramsay Women’s InstituteEstate of Robert Henry Brydges Marilyn Snedden in memory of Earle SneddenAlex and Elizabeth Gillis Michael and Olive KennedyIn memory of Anne Clark In memory of Elsie SteeleEMC – Your Community Newspaper Marnie BrucePeter and Judith Boomgaardt Francis and Robina AndersonJim, Donna and Debbie (Tims) Marilyn G. Anderson and In honour of parents Joseph and Mary the late Donald Morris AndersonDr. Mark Herman, Dr. Jaye Carlson, Rotary Club of Carleton Place Kyla and Jamie & Mississippi MillsAgnes O’Neil Ottawa BrassPatricia Kennedy Doug Lewis (in memory of Kay Lewis)Harry & Yvonne McLeod John and Muriel TerpstraIP Strategies Royal Bank – AlmonteCrain & Schooley Mary and Gerry BlackwellKelly, Huibers, McNeely Lyman Gardiner and Doris RankinAlmonte Veterinary Services James & Dorothy DunlopFrancis and Robina Anderson Francis SikoraMike Coady Don and Lorna JohnsonMel Hammond Joanne CliffordFrancis and Robina Anderson

Friend - $2500 - $4999Life Labs RBC Almonte Staff Graham and Kay Hudson Royal Canadian Legion - Provincial CommandRichard Armstrong and Nancy Lillico Florence Nightingale Home Foundation Don and Lorna Johnson Canadian Million Dollar Round Table FoundationAppleton Women's Institute Friends of Sean CoadyRobert and Patricia Morton Christopher Lea Dunning Lee Valley Tools Ian Keith TaylorKim Curran and Tracy Julian Frank and Pat VetterAnne C. Fulton Linda DuncanE. Paul and Margery A. Winslow Bill and Maureen SladeIODE Captain Hooper Chapter St. Paul's ChurchDr. Naji Louis Randy ShawAdrian Foster and Joanne Palmer Walter and Elisabeth HofmannPamela Murphy Andrea Roper and Ward SmithDavid and Joan Lugsdin Algrove PublishingWilliam and Rhoda Dunning Celtfest CommitteePaul and Kathy Finner Clyde and Winn ElliottNoel and Janet Noyes-Brown Gwen RalphBob and Joan Bennett Diane and Art BrownR.W. (Sid) and Lillian Mohr Heather ClementJudith Agnew and Brad Jones Chris and Christine MustNina Mukerjee Teagan Ashley MaczuszenkoOttawa River Power Corporation Ray Woito and Joanna ScissonsMarc & Sheila Lefebvre Stephen and Ida Handfi eld-JonesJim and Sandra Lowry Land O' Lakes Shrine ClubCanadian Space Services Ltd. – Allan Duncan Municipality Of Trent HillsDavid and Brenda Walker Dr. & Mrs. James and Kelly LaceyRobert Reid Ray & Joyce Monette Marion Armstrong Bert and Norma McIntyreAGH Staff Association In memory of Cecil & Ann MoreKevin Finner Windsor Building Supplies Ltd.John and Doris Falt Sport Systems Canada Inc. In memory of Grace Brown In memory of Joseph Kirkland Lyn Mayer-Jones Bill and Betty BarrieLeonard and Reva Dolgoy Robert and Sheila WhiteAlex Hughes J.C. SmithsonBrian Munro & family Jane Torrance and Mike KehoeGlen and Marietta Hildreth Joseph and Anna LubbersDesmond and May Giles Eldon and Rita MunroBrent and Donna Munro Paul and Deltry ZollmanDr. Martin White Chuk and Kathryn SetoIODE Captain Hooper Chapter


Proud moment Lanark County Ambulance Service (LCAS) Paramedic Bryan Pollock, second from right, was awarded the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal on September 29, 2011. Shown with Mr. Pollock are, from left, LCAS Manager Jim McIsaac, Major-General (Retired) Richard Rohmer, who presented the medal, and LCAS Assistant Manager Ed McPherson.

Bryan Pollock awarded Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal

Bryan Pollock is the latest Lanark County Ambulance Service Paramedic to be awarded the prestigious Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal.

The Governor General of Canada awards the medal. It recognizes professionals who provide pre-hospital emer-gency medical services to the public who have performed their duties in an exemplary manner, characterized by good conduct, industry and effi ciency that serves as a model for others.

Mr. Pollock received his medal on September 29, 2011, at the Association of Municipal Emergency Medical Services of Ontario Annual Meeting in Collingwood. It was presented on behalf of Governor General David Johnston by Major-General (Retired) Richard Rohmer, a former World

War II fi ghter pilot, high-profi le lawyer, successful novelist and one of Canada’s most highly decorated citizens.

Mr. Pollock has been a Paramedic for 20 years. “He has provided outstanding

service throughout his career,” said Lanark County Am-bulance Service Manager Jim McIsaac. “He is most deserv-ing of this honour.”

The Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal was created in July 1994. Recipients must have completed 20 years of exemplary service since October 31, 1991, including at least 10 years in the performance of duties involving potential risk. Potential risk means the in-dividual has been personally required to provide emergency medical treatment to patients and is therefore subject to the

potential dangers at the scene and from direct contact with patients.

Nominations for the medal are submitted to an Awards Committee in each province and territory, which reviews the nominees’ eligibility and, if acceptable, submits the nominations to the Offi ce of the Governor General for fi nal approval.

Mr. Pollock is one of 15 members of the Lanark County Ambulance Service to receive the medal. The others are Jim McIsaac (2002), Steven More (2007), Steven Allan, John McElroy, Douglas Ferrill, Dale McCable, Peter Vanderput-ten and Rick Warren (2008), Daniel Gallant, Wayne Kehoe, Ed McPherson and Mathew Popplewell (2009), Susan Dun-can and Tony Wilcox (2010).

Exemplary serviceLanark County Ambulance Service Paramedic Bryan Pollock, right, was awarded the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal on September 29, 2011. Presenting the award on behalf of Governor General David Johnston was Major-General (Retired) Richard Rohmer.

While in the process of coordinating an amalgamation of all clinical offi ces in Almonte, the Ottawa Valley Family Health Team (OVFHT) is looking for ways to best provide care to the community we serve.

We are evaluating the health care gaps that exist in our catchment area by creating a registry of community mem-bers looking for a physician.

If you do not currently have a family physician, or wish to have a local family physician, and you live in Missis-sippi Mills – which includes Almonte, Pakenham, Ramsay, Appleton, Blakeney, and Clayton, please call our offi ce at 613-256-2514 ext. 2213 or email us at [email protected].

We will ask you for your full name, mailing address, and telephone number, and to indicate whether you a) do not have a family physician or b) have a family physician, but outside of the Mississippi Mills area.

This basic information is collected for the sole purpose of contacting you.

Some people have called physician offi ces directly and been referred to the FHT to be placed on this registry.

This redirection of calls is part of our effort to standard-ize the process for taking on new patients, which will be the

same for all physicians once they are practising under one roof.

New patient information is provided in batches to the physicians who are taking patients to allow them to manage the additional workload associated with enrolling and get-ting to know each new person.

The physicians currently taking new patients are Drs. Blaine, Forbes, McGarry and Murray.

It is the responsibility of each physician’s offi ce to con-tact the patients on the list that has been provided to them.

If specifi c requests are made, we will forward those names to the requested physician.

The Ottawa Valley Family Health Team will make every effort to respond to the health care needs of the community in a timely manner.

We also take this opportunity to thank you in advance as you allow us to streamline our processes so that we can better serve our patient population overall.

Antoinette Strazza is the Executive Director of the Ot-tawa Valley Family Health Team. For further information, call 613-256-2514, ext. 2213 or send an email to [email protected].

If you are looking for a family physician, contact the Ottawa Valley FHT The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor

website at www.agh-fvm.com is a wealth of information about the Hospital and Manor, including useful informa-tion for patients, residents and visitors. Here’s a sample of what you can fi nd on the site:

• Information about Hospital and Manor departments and programs• Who’s who in the Hospital administration and on its Board of Directors• A directory of local physicians• Useful information for prospective inpatients and outpatients• Hospital and Manor news and coming events• Postings of job opportunities at the Hospital and Manor• Hospital patient safety statistics• Information about the AGH/FVM Foundation and its activities• Senior and junior volunteer opportunities• Visiting hours and other visitor information• Directions to the Hospital and Manor • Useful links to other health care websites

You can also make donations to the Hospital and Manor online. Visit www.agh-fvm.com today.

AGH/FVM website contains a wealth of information


Belleville urologist Dr. Ed Woods is now providing services at the Almonte General Hospital (AGH), thanks to his relationship with a local family.

“I met and married an Almonte girl, Anne Rooney, who was an oncology nurse at the Toronto General Hos-pital,” says Dr. Woods. “We’ve now been together for 30 years, so I have had a long-time connection to Almonte.”

Dr. Woods previously practised at the Scarborough General Hospital for 23 years, including the past seven years as Chief of Urology.

“Then we decided to make a lifestyle change,” he explains. “We have a cottage on Buckshot Lake and decided to move to Belleville to be closer to the cottage and to Almonte.”

Dr. Woods, who began practising in Belleville in September, was also drawn to Quinte Health Care because the organization had acquired a third-generation green light laser.

“I specialize in using the green light laser, which is special high-tech equipment that allows me to treat benign prostate obstructions,” he explains.

By Mary Wilson Trider Many people are familiar with the African proverb about

how it takes a village to raise a child, and could probably talk about the different types of citizens within a village who would participate in the child’s life. Many people are also familiar with the concept of a health care team to care for a patient or resident, but I wonder how many of those people are aware of just how big the team really is.

The Support Services team

Of course we can all identify the physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, pharmacists, lab technologists and others who deal directly with patients and residents. When we stop and think about the fact that while they are with us, patients and residents live at Almonte General Hospital and in Fairview Manor, the team expands to include staff in the Support Services departments who often aren’t seen on the front line and, without whom, the Hospital and Manor couldn’t function. For example, did you know that:

• The Hospital and Manor have over 200,000 square feet and six facilities

• Engineering and Maintenance Department staff maintain all plant operations and facility systems, provide extensive preventative maintenance services and respond to an additional 150 work orders per month, as well as taking care of shipping/receiving, waste management, grounds and equipment/furniture moves and set up

• Housekeeping staff clean approximately 155,000 square feet of space per day and provide project services to various departments

• The Hospital operates an industrial laundry plant providing services to the hospital, nursing home, ambulance base, and external clients, including physicians and hair-dressing services

• The laundry processes over 40,000 lbs of regular linen, specialty linen and personal clothing each month

• The Food and Nutrition department prepares and serves over 600 meals per day to patients, residents, staff, visitors and outpatients in a state-of-the-art facility, using fresh ingredients

Excellent, high-quality care requires a safe, welcoming

and pleasant environment where patients and residents feel

It takes a team to care for our patients and residents at AGH/FVM

Mary Wilson Trider is the President & CEO of the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor.

Local connection brings urologist Dr. Ed Woods to AGH

comfortable and where the clinical professionals have the tools they need to do their jobs.

Tidy grounds, clean buildings, fresh laundry and good food are all essential components of such an environment. The staff who provide these for the patients and residents are integral members of the care team.

The administrative teamThe success or failure of an organization’s activities

depends on the proper execution of plans, processes and programs. No plan, no matter how good it may be, can be successful without effi cient and fair administration.

Organizations around the globe rely on their administra-

tive staff to uncover business trends, identify fl awed or inef-fi cient processes, match staff scheduling to actual demand, support customers, provide managers the data to support fact-based decisions and a plethora of other activities that are generally pretty much invisible to the average customer of the organization – or in our case, patient or resident of Almonte General Hospital, Fairview Manor and Lanark County Ambulance Service (AGH/FVM/LCAS).

An old adage states that “administration is only boring

when it’s done right” and at AGH (at least administratively) we aim to be as boring as possible.

Consider the types of activities that make up what is

often referred to as the “back-offi ce”. On behalf of AGH/FVM/LCAS we issue 5,000 cheques each year to suppli-ers, many of which are local. Many of our suppliers have service agreements, which are accessed through the 800 purchase orders and contracts issued every year. For our 428 employees, we annually pay in excess of $18 million in wages and benefi ts through more than 11,000 individual payments.

We expect 20,000 patients to visit our emergency de-

partment and clinics every year and we expect that patients will spend 14,000 days admitted to the hospital. Each of those patients requires a medical history to be created and maintained as well as the admission and separation infor-mation.

The Hospital IT infrastructure includes a newly upgrad-

ed phone system, 200 computer workstations and servers and miles of cabling all of which require regular mainte-nance.

Collectively, the staff who work in the Finance, Human

Resources, Health Records, Occupational Health, IT and Administrative departments make sure that front-line care and support services have the people, supplies, equipment and technology necessary to look after our patients and resi-dents. They are vital members of the patient and resident care team. Without them, our organization would not be able to function.

After hearing that his sister and brother-in-law were moving to Belleville, Almonte resident Steve Rooney passed the information along to AGH Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld. Arrangements were soon made for Dr. Wood to begin providing urological services at AGH.

At present, Dr. Woods is spending a day at AGH once a month.

"The Hospital has been looking for a urologist since last December, when Dr. Power returned to full-time practice in Ottawa,” says AGH/FVM President & CEO Mary Wil-son Trider. “We were delighted to fi nd someone with Dr. Woods' skills and experience, who also has a connection to the community."

Dr. Woods provides a number of urological services to local patients, including consultations, vasectomies, cir-cumcisions, testicular surgery and surgery for female stress incontinence.

Patients wishing to access Dr. Woods’ services should see their family physician for a referral. People without a family doctor in the community are encouraged to contact the Ottawa Valley Family Health Team at 613-256-2514,

ext. 2602. Dr. Woods, who was born in Quebec, grew up in the

U.S. and trained at the University of Toronto, said he is very impressed with the Almonte General Hospital’s facilities.

“The Almonte General Hospital is a beautifully renovated facility, with excellent infrastructure,” he says. “Both the operating rooms and the outpatient rooms are beautiful, and the doctors and nurses are wonderful.”

Dr. Ed Woods


Ottawa Valley Family Health Team (OVFHT) pharmacist Jean-Guy Legault is excited about his role as one of the Team’s interdisciplinary health providers.

“I really love this job,” said Mr. Legault. “Being part of a Family Health Team is an excellent use of my training as a pharmacist, and the work I am doing frees up time for the physicians on the team to see more patients and to spend more time with their patients.”

FHTs bring together a variety of health care providers to coordinate the highest possible quality of care for patients.

“I see my role as a resource to the physicians on the FHT,” says Mr. Legault. “I can relieve them of some routine tasks.” For example, Mr. Legault reviews the results of blood tests that measure the effect of warfarin, a blood-thinning drug. “I review the blood work and adjust the warfarin dose as needed, with the delegated authority from the physician,” he explains. “I then contact the patient or caregiver to explain the results and any changes to the medication. Previously, this was handled by the physician, and when testing occurs every two or three weeks it can be time consuming.”

Mr. Legault also monitors and assesses diabetic patients before they meet with their physician. “I review their blood work and can put the information directly into the patient’s electronic health record,” he says. Administering immunizations, reviewing patients’ medi-cations and assessing patients’ memory through a standard neuro-cognitive test are other parts of Mr. Legault’s role.

“The big advantage of doing things like medication review as part of the FHT is that, unlike in a pharmacy, I have access to the patient’s electronic medical record,” he says. “I can see their results of blood and other tests.”

Mr. Legault says the FHT model is good for patients. “A multidisciplinary team, work-ing together, means more resources are available, there is more collaboration and patients outcomes are better,” he explains. “The emphasis on prevention also reduces the fi nancial impact of illness and chronic illness.”

At present, Mr. Legault works with the FHT for 12 hours a week, usually in the offi ce of Drs. Cecil Rytwinski, Anne Oldfi eld and Bill Blaine. He, along with local family physi-cians and the FHT’s other interdisciplinary health providers, are scheduled to move into the former Fairview Manor building in January 2012. The building’s fi rst fl oor is now being renovated to accommodate the FHT. Operating from one location means services will be centralized and convenient for patients. It also maximizes opportunities for health care providers to collaborate and consult with each other to enhance care.

The Ottawa Valley FHT’s family physicians are Dr. Heather Abramenko, Dr. Bill Blaine, Dr. Christiane Deschenes, Dr. Michael Dolan, Dr. Franz Ferraris, Dr. Melissa Forbes, Dr. Ursula McGarry, Dr. Graeme McKillop, Dr. Frank Murphy, Dr. Jody Murray, Dr. Anne Oldfi eld and Dr. Cecil Rytwinski.

The Team’s interdisciplinary health providers are Mr. Legault, Psychiatrist Dr. Rami Habib, Nurse Practitioner Catherine Ramonal, Chiropodist Lena Peslar-MacMillan, Dietitian Jill Bondy, and Social Worker Heather Perez Saiz. The team will also include a Registered Nurse.

In addition to delivering primary care services to its patients, the OVFHT develops and delivers chronic disease management and health promotion programs. Priority areas for these programs include: Diabetes; Geriatrics; Respiratory diseases/smoking cessation; Mental health; and Women’s health/maternal and postpartum care. Patients who are eligible to participate in these programs are referred by their family physician.

If you are already enrolled with a local family physician, you automatically have access to Ottawa Valley FHT programs and services. To fi nd out if you are eligible for a particular program or service, please talk to your family physician. Your family physician’s offi ce will also let you know when he or she has moved to the Old Fairview Manor building.

Ottawa Valley FHT Pharmacist excited

about new role

Lions Club life memberAlmonte Lions Club member Stewart E. Lee was presented with the International As-sociation of Lions Clubs Life Membership Award by Past President John Kerry May 20 at the Almonte General Hospital. Mr. Lee, who joined the Lions Club in 1947, has been with the club for 63 years. Mr. Lee lives in the Hospital's Rosamond Unit. Participating in the happy occasion were, front row, Mr. Lee and his devoted wife Jean. Back row, from left, Lions Club Secretary Ann Ladouceur, Lion Marina Johnston, Lions Past President Gerry Wheatley, Mr. and Mrs. Lee's son Gord and daughter-in-law Marian Lee, Donna and John Kerry.

A remarkable achievementAlmonte Lions Club member Stewart E. Lee was presented with the International Asso-ciation of Lions Clubs Life Membership Award May 20 at the Almonte General Hospital. Mr. Lee, who joined the Lions Club in 1947, has been with the club for 63 years. Mr. Lee lives in the Hospital's Rosamond Unit. Shown at the happy occasion are, from left, Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor CEO Mary Wilson Trider, Mr. Lee and his devoted wife Jean.

The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor (AGH/FVM) benefi ts from planned gifts to help purchase much-needed equipment for the Hospital and Manor.

“We very much appreciate receiving these gifts from generous donors who planned ahead,” said AGH/FVM Foundation Executive Director Gerry Huddleston. “If you are thinking about making a donation to support the Hospital and Manor, consider a planned gift, such as a bequest, gift of securities or life insurance.”

You can make a bequest to the Foundation through your will, either in memory of a loved one or on your own behalf. You can set aside a specifi c dollar amount, a percent-age of your estate or any assets that are left after you have provided for your family.

Several donors have taken advantage of a tax provision that exempts donations of appreciated securities from capital gains tax. You can transfer securities to a charity by delivering endorsed certifi cates to the charity. The gift is complete the day the certifi -cate is delivered and the donation receipt is based on the value of the security that day.

You can also transfer the securities from your brokerage account directly to the charity's account. The donation is complete when the securities are actually transferred. Donations of appreciated securities can be made during your lifetime or through your estate.

Another approach to planned giving is to name the AGH/FVM Foundation as the benefi ciary of a life insurance policy. Gifts made through life insurance can often be larger than otherwise possible and can be made without affecting your current fi nancial status.

Your fi nancial advisor, lawyer, or accountant will be able to advise you regarding your donation and how it can be managed to your best fi nancial advantage.

To discuss your planned gift, please contact Gerry Huddleston at 613-256-2514 ext. 2297 or send an email to [email protected].

Planned gifts support AGH-FVM


Small community hospitals like the Almonte General Hospital (AGH) “have a tremendous role to play” in the delivery of health care services and in providing health leadership, Dr. Wilbert Keon said at the AGH Annual General Meeting (AGM) June 6, 2011. “A community hospital like this one is the soul of the community,” said Dr. Keon, a renowned heart surgeon, founder of the Ot-tawa Heart Institute, former Canadian Senator and the current chair of the Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). “They are close to home for patients and families and they cost less than half of what large hospitals cost,” he said. “They are the place people can get the medical attention and help they need, and, more and more, com-munities are locating health, recreational and other services in the same geographic area.” Dr. Keon said the role of the Champlain LHIN is to improve the connectivity of more than 200 health care services provided throughout its coverage area, which extends from Deep River to Cornwall. “Your hospital is the heart of your commu-nity and it is important to sustain it,” he said. “But you must also be ready to change, be-cause there will be a lot of change in the way health care is managed and delivered over the next few years. This will remain a hub, but will be more involved in disease prevention.” Dr. Keon stressed the importance of a healthy lifestyle to longevity. “We need to convince people to adopt a lifestyle to allow them to minimize their risk of disease. The most important determinants of your ultimate life expectancy are your own lifestyle choices.” In her report to at the AGM, Hospital Board Chair Carol Bean highlighted the challenges of the past year, including replacing the organization’s CEO, replacing the new fl oor-ing in the Hospital and Manor, the start-up of the Ottawa Valley Family Health Team (FHT), planning renovations to the old Fairview Manor building to accommodate the FHT, and responding to a number of provincial regula-tory changes. “I am rather pleased to report to you how well we met those challenges,” Mrs. Bean said. “We welcomed Mary Trider Wilson as

our CEO on October 12, 2010 and we continue to be impressed with the capable leadership and direction Mary is giving our organization.” Mrs. Bean said the fl oor replacement is complete, the FHT is up and running and the old Manor renovations should be completed by early 2012. Mrs. Bean also highlighted recent changes to the Hospital bylaws, which were adopted June 6, 2011. The new bylaws change the Board’s structure, “to ensure that the talent and expertise of our Board members is utilized to the fullest advantage,” Mrs. Bean said. Under the new bylaws, the number of elected direc-tors has been increased from nine to 12 to give the community a greater opportunity to partici-pate. In future, applications for Board positions will be solicited by the Nominating Committee and will be reviewed based on the basis of the expertise, skills and attributes that are needed by the Board. The Hospital CEO, Chief of Staff, President of the Medical Staff and Chief Nursing Offi cer are non-voting board members in accordance with the Public Hospitals Act. Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld reported on a number of highlights over the past year, including the recruitment of three family phy-sicians and efforts to continue to maintain the high quality, personalized care provided by the AGH Obstetrical Unit. Board Finance Committee Chair Paul Virgin said the Hospital continues to be in a very strong fi nancial position, and commended the AGH/FVM Foundation for its contribution of $555,000 to the Hospital over the past fi scal year. Susan Muston, representing AGH/FVM volunteers, said the Hospital and Manor have more than 300 senior volunteers, who contributed more than 12,000 hours in 2010-11. In her remarks, Mrs. Trider highlighted key accomplishments over the past year, including the development of a Bill of Patient/Resident Rights and Responsibilities, the development of a Quality Improvement Plan and the renova-tions to the old Fairview Manor building. Priorities in the months ahead include hospi-tal accreditation this fall and the development of a strategic plan and information technology

Dr. Wilbert Keon was guest speaker at Almonte General Hospital Annual General Meeting

plan for the organization. “We need to think about how best to utilize the assets we have for the benefi t of our community,” Mrs. Trider said. “This also includes looking to our part-ners in the health care system to see whether there are opportunities for us to work together to achieve more together than we are able to individually.” Mrs. Bean and Mrs. Trider thanked the many individuals who contribute to the success of AGH/FVM, including the medical and nursing staff, Lanark County Ambulance staff, senior management team, leadership team, administrative and support staff, donors, volunteers and members of the Hospital and Foundation boards. Those at the AGM also recognized the contributions of Board members who have stepped down: Duncan Abbott, Jeri Lunney, Shad Qadri, Jim Lowry, David Martin and

Mark Attley. Mrs. Bean was also thanked for her leadership over the past two years as Board Chair. At the meeting, newly elected Directors Donna Brown, Sue Hamilton, Gary Hannah, Susan Muston and Jacqueline Kirkland joined the Board. Lucy Brown, David Gomme, Betty Preston, Rhonda Tees, Dr. Thomas Todd and Paul Virgin were re-elected. Since the AGM, Christopher Van Barr has been elected to the Board. The Board has appointed Dr. Todd as its Chair and Mr. Virgin to the position of Vice Chair. Past Chair Carol Bean remains with the Board as an Honourary Director. The Board’s non-voting members are AGH/FVM Presi-dent and CEO Mrs. Trider, Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld, President of the Medical Staff Dr. Heather Abramenko, and Vice President, Patient and Resident Care and Chief Nursing Offi cer Donna Leafl oor.

Champlain Local Health Integration Network Chair Dr. Wilbert Keon, second from right, was the guest speaker at the June 6, 2011 Almonte General Hospital (AGH) Annual Gen-eral Meeting. Shown with Dr. Keon are, from left, AGH/Fairview Manor President & CEO Mary Wilson Trider, outgoing AGH/FVM Board Chair Carol Bean and incoming AGH/FVM Board Chair Dr. Thomas Todd.

A meeting of the minds The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation held a Strategic Planning Session recently at the beautiful Pinehurst Manor in Almonte. A cross-section of current and new Foundation Board members, volunteers and Hospital representatives gathered for what was the beginning of the process as the Foundation looks to the next fi ve years. In the photo, from left, are Pinehurst Manor owners Patrick and Dee Ashby, facilitator Ian Fraser, Foundation Adminstrative Assistant Susan Douglas, volunteer Bert McIntyre, Foundation Board member Guido Patrice, communications specialist Susan Hanna, new Foundation Board member Debbie Quarrington, new Foundation Chair Art Solomonian, Foundation Vice Chair Margaret Brunton, retiring Foundation Board member Al Potvin, retiring Foundation Board member Leonard Lee, Hospital Medical Staff President Dr. Heather Abramenko, retiring Foundation Board member Lesley Todd, Hospital Board Chair Dr. Tom Todd, Hospital and Foundation Board member Rhonda Tees, new Founda-tion Board member Al Lunney, Hospital President & CEO and Foundation Secretary Mary Wilson Trider, retiring Foundation Board Chair Don Stewart and new Foundation Board member Art Levi.

Waterside Knit WitsThe Waterside Knit Wits from Carleton Place knit for newborns at the Almonte General Hospital (AGH). Shown delivering their handmade goods to the AGH Obstetrical Unit are, from left, Melva Glenn, Denise Zuna, Mary Smith, AGH Team Leader, Acute Care Paisley Twigge, volunteer Karen Clement and Catharine Gray. Evelyn Hinds knitted the afghan.


Town & Country House Tour raised $18,000 for

AGH/FVM equipment The June 11 Town & Country House Tour was a great success, raising $18,000 for medical equipment for the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor. “The community came out to support us in every way,” said House Tour Organizing Committee member Lesley Todd. “In addition to the hundreds of people who bought tickets, we had more than 130 volunteers, including the Organizing Committee members, those who staffed the homes during the Tour, those who directed traffi c and others who served tea at the Old Fairview Manor.” Other supporters donated 100 dozen cookies and 70 loaves for the 300 people who attended the tea. Those attending the Tour came from far and wide, including two women from just outside Paris, France. The Tour featured a variety of properties, in-cluding three heritage homes, a condo and a renovated home. The Organizing Committee and the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation would like to thank homeowners Mark and Lynn Attley, Margaret Duncan Brunton, Rick Edwards and Elisabeth de Snaijer, Dr. Anne Oldfi eld and Dr. Cecil Rytwinski, David and Sandra Skinner and Tom and Lesley Todd for opening their homes for the Tour. “The House Tour was a terrifi c event and we very much appreciate the efforts of the Organizing Commit-tee, homeowners, volunteers, donors of refreshments and everyone who bought a ticket,” said Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation Executive Director Gerry Huddleston. “Planning for this event began more than 15 months ago and everyone worked very hard to make it a success.” The $18,000 raised will be used to help purchase a piece of medical equipment, which will be selected by the House Tour Organizing Committee. Members of the Committee were Lynn Attley, Carol Bean, Jamie Kraemer, Marilyn Linnenbruegger, Susan Muston, Heather Sheffi eld, Rhonda Tees, Lesley Todd and Rhonda Virgin.

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As our community grows and ages, it is moreimportant than ever to make sure our Hospitaland Manor are fully equippedand continue to offer a full rangeof services, including emergencyand obstetrical care, surgery and X-ray/ultrasound services.

When you support the Hospital and Manor, you are investing in your health and in your community. Your gift will make a meaningful difference that will last for generations.

How You Can HelpConsider how your gift willenhance the quality of life forour community—perhaps foryou, or someone close to you.The AGH/FVM Foundationgratefully accepts gifts of cash,

pledges over a number of years, and planned gifts,such as bequests, gifts of securities, personal prop-erty or real estate, annuities, and life insurance.

Donor RecognitionEach and every gift is gratefully received andacknowledged. We are committed to act as respon-sible stewards of your gift and toensure the appropriate level ofrecognition of your generosity.Your gift is also an opportunityto have your name appear onour Donor Appreciation Wall.

If you or your loved ones haveever used the services of theAlmonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor, you know how important it is to have

high-quality care close to home.

LegacyGiving

Plan today for your gift tomorrow

WAYS TO START GIVINGPrepare a will. Without one, youwill lose control over your propertyat death. You may choose to leavea specific amount or a residualportion of your estate.

To include a bequest in your will, have a lawyerprepare a new will or add a codicil to your existing document.

Consider using assets for your charitable gift. Gifts such as cash, stocks, mutual funds, RRSPs,RRIFs, pensions, term deposits, real estate, vehicles, art, jewellery or insurance can often provide tax savings.

Monthly Giving ProgramJoin our special group of loyal and dedicateddonors who support Quality Care for Life at theAlmonte General Hospital/Fairview Manormonthly.

Just indicate the amount of your caring gift and your donation will be automatically withdrawn from your bank account or charged toyour credit card.

Contact UsAGH/FVM Foundation

Tel: (613) 256-2514, ext. 2297 or e-mail: [email protected]

AGH/FVM Foundation 75 Spring Street

Almonte, Ontario KOA 1AO

Charitable Registration Number877913012RR0001

"You make a living by what you get, but you make a life by what you give."

Sir Winston Churchill

PLANNING YOUR GIFTBequestsOne of the easiest and most powerful ways to invest in the future of health care in your community is through your will. The AlmonteGeneral Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation canaccept and provide charitable receipts for bothcash bequests and gifts in kind.

Life Insurance PolicyA powerful gift with big benefits! Small annualinstalments can mean a substantial gift to yourHospital and Manor, plus your estate is not affected and the gift is not diminished owing totaxes, probate fees or administrative fees.

Publicly Traded SecuritiesChanges made in 2006 to capitalgains rules have significantlyincreased the tax savings donorsreceive for gifts of appreciatedpublicly traded securities.

Gifts of PropertyA donation of personal, recreational or commer-cial property, including securities and works of art, can create a gift of exceptional importance.The Almonte General Hospital/Fairview ManorFoundation will issue a tax receipt for the fair market value of your gift. Actual receipt of the giftby the Hospital or Manor can be deferred, allowing you to enjoy any income or other benefit.

Who can help me arrange a gift?AGH/FVM Foundation Staff would be pleased to provide you with more information on gift planning. If you have a professional advisor,

such as an investment advisor or financial planner,please talk with him or her about your plans.

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR GIFT

Charitable Remainder TrustA Charitable Remainder Trust is an irrevocabletrust that provides income for two sets of beneficiar-ies: you and the Hospital. Youreceive income for a specified period (or for life) from the trust.The Hospital receives the principalof the trust once that period ends.

Real EstateDonating real estate is not the most traditionalway to give, but it is very effective. Land or build-

ings, commercial or private,make excellent charitablegifts. The property can eitherbe used by the Hospital orsold, with the proceeds usedfor the purposes you designate.

Charitable Gift AnnuityA Charitable Gift Annuity is often a good optionfor making a significant contribution while main-taining financial security. It's the gift that givesback! By purchasing a charitable gift annuity, youwill receive a guaranteed, secure income for life.

Gift of Residual InterestA gift of residual interest allows you to donate anasset today (e.g., personal residence, work of art,investment property) and enjoy the use of it for therest of your life. You receive a tax receipt immedi-ately for the fair market value of the donated asset.

"It takes a noble man to plant a seed for a tree that will someday give shade

to people he may never meet."David Trueblood

Yes, I would like to leave a gift in my Will to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor.

Mr. Mrs. Ms. Dr. Other

Name: ________________________________ In Memory of: In Honour of: ______________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________ Telephone: ( )________________________

City/Town: _________________________________ Province: _________________ Postal Code: ___________________

Please make cheque payable to: The Almonte General Hospital - Charitable Registration Number 877913012RR0001

$5,000 $10,000 $20,000 $25,000 $50,000 Other_________________________

Signature: ______________________________________________________ Date: ________________________________

LEGACY GIVING

For more than 10 years, Al Potvin has tire-lessly produced fresh compost for fl owerbeds and gardens. Area residents pay Mr. Potvin for the compost and he generously donates all the money he receives to the Almonte General Hos-pital/Fairview Manor Foundation.

“It is amazing what it does to the soil,” said Mr. Potvin. “It makes thing grow really well and recycling helps the environment.”

What started as a project to produce compost for his own use quickly grew, as area residents were encouraged to take their leaves to 38 Carss

Street. To reach the compost area, you turn left at

the end of Union Street North, cross the tracks, and then take the fi rst turn right.

Mr. Potvin leaves his trailer full of compost at the edge of the property and most people bring their blue boxes and fi ll them full. At $2 for a full blue box, Mr. Potvin fi gures he charges one-quarter of the price of commercial compost. Attached to the trailer is a red container where purchasers leave their money.

The donations from Mr. Potvin and his late wife, Barbara, made a difference during the rede-

aivelopment of the Almonte General Hospital/F r-view Manor (AGH/FVM). .

“We really appreciate what Mr. and Mrs. Pot-vin have done for the Hospital and Manor,” said AGH/FVM Foundation Executive Director Gerry Huddleston. “People faithfully deposit money for compost and Al donates it all to the Hospital for essential medical equipment.”

Mr. Potvin urges area residents to drop off their leaves this fall at the compost site, knowing that in 18 months there will be fresh compost and further donations for the Hospital.

Al Potvin’s pile of compost turns into money for Almonte General Hospital


Lions golf tourney Lions golf tourney a big successa big success More than More than

$76,000 $76,000 RaisedRaised

Almonte Lions Club Platinum

Ottawa Regional Media Group Platinum

Levi Home Hardware Gold Plus and Building Centre

Pakenham Highlands Gold Plus

Ottawa Senators Foundation Gold Plus

Rexall Pharmacy Gold

Interspec Furniture Gold

Patrice’s Your Independent Grocer Silver

Royal Bank of Canada SilverAlmonte/Pakenham branches

S&R Mechanical Silver

Cavanagh and Williams Bronze

Kelly Huibers McNeely Bronze

IP Strategies/Canaccord Bronze

Almonte Lions Club Hospital Summer Golf Classic participants beat a storm Friday, June 24 at Pakenham High-lands and raised $76,291 for essential medical equipment.

Organizers of the ninth annual event directed funds to a defi brillator for the Medical Surgical Unit, a birthing bed and a bariatric bed.

Two hundred golfers played the picturesque 27-hole course as thunderstorms danced along the Ottawa River. When play ended and 230 gathered for supper, the skies let loose.

“What a fantastic day,” said AGH-FVM Foundation Ex-ecutive Director Gerry Huddleston. “We took on the weath-erman and won. With the Almonte Lions Club leading the way, we had close to $47,000 in sponsorship money, almost doubling last year’s total. From sponsors, golfers, tickets sales on prizes and Lesley Todd’s medicine chest, live and silent auction, we had gross revenues of close to $100,000.”

Tournament Chair Guido Patrice and Mr. Huddleston had high praise for the dedicated volunteers who make the tournament a success each year. The army of volunteers is led by Bert McIntyre, who went above and beyond the call of duty, organiz-ing the 76 signs, securing auction items and prizes. A big thank you also goes to Rodney Groulx and Blair Olsen of the Almonte Sign Company who work closely with the golf committee to produce fi rst-class sponsor signage.

“The sponsors, auction donors and golfers make the day a fi nancial success,” said Mr. Patrice, “However, the day would not happen without the tireless work of the volun-teers.”

Lions Club member Reg Gamble delivered words of inspiration to the audience before auctioneer John O’Neill worked his magic to raise $12,335 from the live and silent auction.

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR TOP SPONSORS

Ottawa Brass – Leonard Family Bronze

Crain and Schooley Insurance Bronze

CAN – MECH Agencies Bronze

The Ottawa Senators Bronze

The EMC Newspaper BronzePerformance Group of Companies

Eldon Munro Construction Bronze

Graebeck Construction Bronze

Stantec Architects Bronze

Gowlings Law Firm Bronze

Almonte Veterinary Service Friend

Palladium Insurance Friend

Almonte Grocery and Gas Friend

Asbex Friend

We appreciate the Lions Club joining us as the premier cash sponsor this year. Club members have been extremely supportive of AGH/FVM, donating $100,000 to the Quality Care for Life Redevelopment Project and, most recently, supporting the purchase of medi-cal equipment.

Thanks to Physicians, Nurses, Professional staff and Volunteers, including Hospital and Foundation Board members

Special guests included:

Members of the Almonte Lions Club

Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Board Chair Dr. Tom Todd

Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor President & CEO Mary Wilson Trider

Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation Board Chair Don Stewart

Golf Committee Chair Guido Patrice, his right-hand man Bert McIntyre and the volunteers who made the day possible

Generous sponsors and golfers

Thank you for coming!

See you in 2012!

Almonte Lions Club leads the way

Ottawa Senators Foundation President Danielle Robinson brought smiles to the faces of Hospital nursing staff and young families with the announcement in June that the Sens Foundation was purchasing a medication cart for the Obstetrical (OBS) Unit.

The Foundation had previously purchased a fetal heart monitor for the Almonte General Hospital OBS Unit.

“We can’t thank Danielle and the Sens Foundation enough for their support of young families in Eastern Ontario through the purchase of these two very important pieces of equipment,” said Almonte Gen-eral Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation Executive Director Gerry Huddleston. “The Senators Foundation does amazing work and shows incredible support for the youth of the area.”

Ottawa Senators Foundation purchase medication cart for Obstetrical Unit

Outstanding volunteersThe Almonte Lions Club Hospital Summer Golf Classic wouldn’t have been the success it was without the sponsorship of the Lions and the hard work of the volunteers. The small army of volunteers included, from left, Al Potvin, Penny Flood, Bert McIntyre, Deborah O’Malley, Joe Huddleston, Christine Pierce, Anne Ryan, Susan Douglas, Matt Rice and Peter Treff. Back row, from left, Lesley Todd, Barbara Taylor, Daphne Lane, and Allan Pierce. Missing from the photo are Don Stewart and Harold Woolcombe.

Special thanks to auctioneer John O’Neill


Almonte Lions Club Platinum SponsorOttawa Regional Media Group Platinum Sponsor Levi Home Hardware Gold Plus SponsorOttawa Senators Foundation Gold Plus SponsorPakenham Highlands Gold Plus SponsorRexall – Pharma Plus Gold Sponsor Interspec Furniture Gold SponsorRBC – Almonte/Pakenham Silver SponsorS&R Mechanical Silver SponsorPatrice’s Your Independent Grocer Silver Sponsor Cavanagh and Williams Bronze Sponsor Kelly Huibers McNeely Bronze Sponsor IP Strategies/Canaccord Bronze Sponsor Ottawa Brass Bronze Sponsor Crain & Schooley Insurance Bronze Sponsor CAN-MECH Agencies Bronze Sponsor Ottawa Senators Bronze SponsorThe EMC Newspaper (Performance Group) Bronze SponsorEldon Munro Construction Bronze SponsorGraebeck Construction Bronze SponsorStantec Architects Bronze SponsorGowlings Law Firm Bronze SponsorAlmonte Veterinary Service Friends of AGH-FVMPalladium Insurance Friends of AGH-FVM Asbex Friends of AGH-FVMAlmonte Grocery and Gas Friends of AGH-FVMDr. Tom and Lesley Todd Sign Sponsor Baker Bob Graff Sign Sponsor AlmonteCondos.com Sign Sponsor Bank of Montreal Sign Sponsor Family Medical Clinic Sign Sponsor Cooney Construction Sign Sponsor C.R. Gamble Funeral Home Sign Sponsor Kevin Guerard – Freedom 55 Sign Sponsor Dr. Naji Louis Sign Sponsor Healthy Outlooks - Lydia Kokline Sign Sponsor Oegema, Nicholson & Associates Sign Sponsor R.A. Sulphur Insurance Brokers Ltd. Sign Sponsor Royal Bank Almonte /Pakenham Sign Sponsor Stanley Sanitation Sign Sponsor Susan L Hanna Public Affairs Consulting Sign Sponsor Tim Hortons, Almonte Sign Sponsor

Tubman Funeral Home Sign Sponsor Almonte Civitan Club Sign Sponsor Canadian Security Team Sign Sponsor GAL Power Sign Sponsor Parson Refrigeration 1985 Ltd. Sign Sponsor Brian Dickey Architect Sign Sponsor Eldon Munro Construction Sign Sponsor Almonte Home Furnishings Sign SponsorRyno Motors Sign SponsorDennis Portt Electric Sign SponsorMotion Creative Printing Sign SponsorMacKenzie Financial Sign SponsorIA Clarington Sign SponsorRBC Dominion Securities Sign SponsorRe/max - Kathi Norton Sign SponsorRandy Shaw Sign SponsorCAN-MECH Agencies Sign SponsorStantec Architects Sign SponsorVic Bennett – Buick/Chev/Olds Sign SponsorSun Life Sign Sponsori2 Financial Services Ltd. Sign SponsorNova Tech Sign SponsorIn Memory of Marilyn Drummond Sign SponsorMayor John Levi and Town Council Sign SponsorCoady Car Care Sign SponsorAlmonte Sign Company Sign SponsorPxl Works Sign SponsorDykeman Dewhirst O’Brien Sign SponsorManulife Financial Sign SponsorModern Niagara Group Inc. Sign SponsorCarole Burtonshaw Estate Planning Sign SponsorEvelyn Wheeler Sign SponsorOttawa Senators Hockey Club Sign SponsorBetty and Ernie Preston Sign SponsorJohn Rick and Associates Sign SponsorDr. Franz Ferraris Sign SponsorDr. Graeme McKillop Sign Sponsor Frank McPhail Dr. Frank MurphyJ. Quattrocchi and CompanyKinkaid and Loney

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Shoppers Drug Mart team wins tournament with low score of 59The team of Adam Lloyd, Guy LeBlanc and Ryan

Coffi n, representing Shoppers Drug Mart in Almonte, won the Almonte Lions Club Hospital Summer Golf Classic in June at the Pakenham Highlands Golf Course. The team shot an incredible 59.

Paul and Rhonda Virgin and Jim and Eileen Vaughan shot an impressive 65 to top the list of mixed teams, while the most honest team was Bruce and Betty McCubbin, Bill McKie and Janet Fytche with a 91.

Cindy McGann was closest to the pin on Island 2 and Sue Brown was closest on Lake 6. Doug Munro was closest to the pin on Island 6 with Grant Chaplin winning the prize on Lake 4.

Lorna Beattie won the ladies’ longest drive on Lake 8 with Mary Lou Souter the winner on Island 4. Ted Mepham took the men’s longest drive on Island 9 with

David Sementa pounding the longest drive on Island 8.

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contributions!contributions!

Pakenham Highlands Climec Residential Inc., Bruce ParringtonOttawa Senators Ottawa Regional Media Group GH Metal Stampings, Gord HicksAl PotvinVIA Rail Waterfall Catering, Dennis BurnVillage Square Art Gallery, Carp Rhonda Bob AllanMarilyn LinnenbrueggerQMR Consulting, Mark QuesnelGE Healthcare, Joey BrennanLambden Windows and Doors Royal Lepage, Jonathan RalphPhotolux Studio, Christian Lalonde


Special sponsorsThe team at the Almonte Sign Company did an amaz-ing job on the signage for Almonte Lions Club Hospital Summer Golf Classic again this year. For several years, owners Rodney Groulx and Blair Olsen have been major fi nancial contributors to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation’s golf event by donating their services and signage. In the photo, from left, Mr. Groulx, Matthew O’Keefe and Mr. Olsen are shown at their Almonte production facility with a gigantic movie promo picture of actress Charlize Theron on their latest piece of equipment, a FujiFilm Advance Flatbed printer.

Golf supporterYou can always count on Kathi Norton of Re/Max Realty to support the Almonte Lions Club Summer Hospital Golf Classic. Kathi is one of the many important hole sponsors at the annual event.

Lesley’s medicine chestGuido and Tanya Patrice were among the fi rst to buy tickets on Lesley Todd’s medicine chest. Mrs. Todd donated the contents of the chest to the Almonte Lions Club Hospital Summer Golf Clas-sic, raising $1,000 for the purchase of medical equipment.

Thank you

for your support


In demandThese fresh-from-the-oven Smile Coookies are held by Almonte Tim Hortons Assistant Managers Kate McDonough, left, and Brian Stedman, as owner Brian Quarrington looks on. Brian and Debbie Quarrington donated the proceeds from the sales of 2,570 cookies to the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation. The cookies were sold by their dedicated staff in a one-week period for $1 each.

Mill Street Crepe Company opening raises more than $2,000 for AGH/FVMWhen the Mill Street Crepe Company opened June 29, owner Gord Pike asked diners to donate to the AGH/FVM Foundation. The event raised more than $2,000. Shown, from left, are Gord Pike, AGH/FVM President & CEO Mary Wilson Trider, Bonnie Pike and AGH/FVM Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld.

Supporting the causeFormer Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation Board Chair Andy Brown and former Foundation Board member Al Potvin enjoyed the evening at the Mill Street Crepe Company. In the photo, from left are, Maureen Gareau, Glenna Brown, Mr. Potvin and Mr. Brown.

Barbecue goods draw Filomena Mattioli of Almonte was the winner of Pat Kennedy’s special draw for items related to a big family barbecue. Pat, a devoted volunteer at the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor, purchased items for a barbecue worth ap-proximately $500. Close to $1,300 was raised for the medical equipment fund. Patrice’s YIG supports Hospital

Tanya and Guido Patrice, with the support of their customers and staff, recently presented the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation with yet another donation for medical equipment. AGH/FVM has enjoyed tremendous support from Guido, Tanya and Patrice’s Your Independent Grocer.

Great resultsAlmonte Tim Hortons Assistant Managers Kate McDonough and Brian Stedman are proud to display a cheque for $2,570, the proceeds from this fall’s Smile Cookie Campaign. Shown in the background is staff member Caitlin Davidson, a member of the team that sold the most cookies.


50th Anniversaryof the new Almonte Hospital

Plaque unveilingTaking part in the Almonte General Hospital’s 50th Anniversary plaque unveiling May 19 were, from left, AGH/FVM Board Chair Carol Bean, volunteer Margaret Ayre, Carleton-Mississippi Mills MPP Norm Sterling, Mississippi Mills Mayor John Levi, AGH President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider and Carleton-Mississippi Mills MP Gordon O’Connor.

Honoured guestThe Honourable Gordon O’Connor, MP for Carleton-Mississippi Mills, attended the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Almonte General Hospital May 19. Mr. O’Connor was wel-comed by AGH President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider, left, and AGH Board Chair Carol Bean.

CelebrationJoining the 50th Anniversary celebrations were, from left, Patricia Morton, Marie Dunn and the Honourable Mr. Justice Alan Sheffi eld.

Dedicated volunteerAGH President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider recognized long-time and devoted AGH/FVM volunteer Margaret Ayre for more than 40 years of service during the Hospital’s 50th An-niversary celebration.

Special guestsCarleton-Mississippi Mills MPP Norm Sterling and his wife Joan were pleased to be part of the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Almonte General Hospital. The Sterlings are shown with AGH Board member Dr. Tom Todd.

Past and presentThe Almonte General Hospital celebrated the 50th Anniversary of its Spring Street location Thursday, May 19, 2011 in the dining room at the Old Fairview Manor. Follow-ing the offi cial ceremonies, many nurses, past and present, gathered for a group photo. In the photo, from left, front row, are Helen Levi, Joan Southwell, Marion Armstrong and Assistant Executive Director for Patient/Resident Services Donna Leafl oor. Back row, from left, Joanne Arkell, Manager, Acute Care Tammy Hirkala, Francine Lunney, Donna Moher, Mary Ellen Code, Sherry Scissons and Manager, Chronic Care and Medical-Surgical Linda Desrochers.


Fine eveningVolunteer Co-ordinator Anne McRae, left, thanked Mahogany Spa owner Cathy Woods and her staff for hosting the Caribbean evening for the Junior Volunteers.

Rising starCarleton Place's singing sensation Jordan McIntosh was in fi ne form, performing some original songs for the AGH/FVM Junior Volunteers and their families.

Proud familyJunior Volunteers Kaitlyn Patrice, second from left, and sister Brianna were joined at the recognition event by Hospital supporters Tanya and Guido Patrice.

Thank youJunior Volunteer Leader Mariah Simpson received special thanks and a gift from Almonte General Hospital Volunteer Co-ordinator Anne McRae for leading the Junior Volunteers in the summer.

With passionHospital Board Chair Dr. Tom Todd spoke with passion when he told the Junior Volunteers how valuable they were to the Hospital and Manor over the summer.

Special guestsJunior Volunteer Recognition Evening Master of Ceremo-nies Reg Gamble thanks Hot 89.9 FM Radio Star Josie Geuer for her inspirational speech. Josie is a former candy striper at the Almonte General Hospital.

Dedicated volunteers A group of dedicated Senior Volunteers from the Almonte General Hospital and the Fairview Manor were on hand to congratulate the Junior Volunteers at their special evening August 29 at the Mahogany Salon and Spa in Carleton Place. In the photo are, front row, from left, Patricia Bailey, Rita Munro, Elizabeth Vaughan, Loreen Stewart and Dolly Toshack. Back row, Lesley Jefferies, Milton and Lynda Timmins, Almonte General Hospital President and CEO Mary Wilson Trider, Pat Kennedy, Jack Toshack, Cheryl Barr and Audrey Proulx.

Outstanding team The 2011 Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Junior Volunteers were recognized for their tremendous assistance over the summer at an August 29 reception at the Mahogany Salon and Spa in Carleton Place. Junior Volunteers shown are, from left, front row, Fenton Isaacs, Erin Atkinson, Melissa Costello, Emi Young, Brianna Patrice, Brianna McSpurren, Elora Wolk, Isabel Grace Brown and Junior Student Volunteer Leader Mariah Simpson. Middle row, Jessica Peskett, Laura Ellis-Legault, Alyssa Stowe, Jillian Larkin,Allison Toshack, Tia Kleiboer and Christine McPhail. Back row, Matthew Soudant, Cloe Brown, Ali Morton, Kaitlyn Patrice, MeiLing Dagg, Jenna Barr, Koghulan Jeyapalasingham and Fiona Wilson. Missing from the photo are David Burn and Ryan Mousseau.

AGH/FVM Junior Volunteers honoured for their hard work

Light Up the Night ~ Celebrating 21 years with Wayne Rostad and friends ~ 1991 to 2011

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Ways of Giving The Foundation welcomes all forms of giving, including: • Gifts of cash, in one-time payments or multi-year pledges via cheque or credit card • Gifts of appreciated securities (taxable gains are reduced by half when transferring securities to a charitable organization) • Future gifts, such as bequests and life insurance • Gifts in memoriam and in honour of a loved one

Cash Donations Donations up to $200 provide a non-refundable tax credit of 20 per cent in the Province of Ontario. Donations in excess of $200 provide non-refundable tax credits at a rate of 40 per cent. Non-refundable tax credits are used to reduce annual income taxes dollar for dollar. If total donations create non-refundable tax credits that exceed an individual’s total income taxes, then the individual can carry forward the excess donations and use them to reduce taxes in a future year.

Approximate Tax Savings on Charitable Donations (Assuming an Ontario resident in 2011 with taxable income of $60,000)

Tax Savings for Ontario Residents Based on Income

(1) The non-refundable tax credits generated by the $20,000 donation would exceed the taxes payable in year 1. Therefore, the unused donation would be carried forward to year 2. (2) Note that donations in excess of 75 per cent of taxable income are not useable in the current year but are carried forward to a future year.

Life Insurance Donation If the policy is absolutely assigned to the charity, with the charity as the registered benefi ciary of the policy, then policy premiums paid after assignment qualify as a donation. The donor may pay future premiums directly to the insurance company, or gift the funds to the charity, which will then pay the premiums. In addition, any cash surrender value of the policy at the time of its assignment to the charity would entitle the donor to a tax credit in the year of the assignment.

Donations of Publicly Traded Security You are allowed a donation credit for gifts of property other than cash. The credit is generally equal to the fair market value of the property donated. When you donate property you are deemed to receive proceeds equal to the fair market value as well. If you donate certain types of capital property (i.e., shares), you may be able to calculate the taxable capital gain resulting from the deemed proceeds using a 0 per cent inclusion rate, rather than the standard 50 per cent rate. This is most likely more benefi cial to the donor as compared to selling the securities and then donating the cash. This 0 per cent inclusion rate applies if you donate the following property: • A share, debt obligation, or right listed on a prescribed stock exchange* • A share of the capital stock of a mutual fund corporation • A unit of a mutual fund trust • An interest in a related segregated fund trust • A prescribed debt obligation, and

• Ecologically sensitive land

*The rules for donations of publicly listed fl ow-through shares changed effective March 22, 2011 and are beyond the scope of this document. Any individual considering donating publicly listed fl ow-though shares should discuss these matters with their fi nancial advisor.

The following summary illustrates the advantages of donating securities as opposed to selling securities and giving cash to the campaign.

Total Cost of Gift (Assuming an individual is in the highest tax bracket and they are holding securities worth $100,000 that were purchased for $50,000).

It is recommended that donors discuss these matters with their tax or fi nancial advisor to receive the best advice for their particular situation. The tax savings estimated in this article are based on tax rates in effect for 2011. For more information about making your gift to the campaign, please contact:

Gerry HuddlestonExecutive DirectorAlmonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation75 Spring Street, Almonte, ON K0A 1A0Phone: (613) 256-2514, Ext. 2297 Fax: (613) 256-4889 Email: [email protected]

Tax Advantages for Donors - Kelly Huibers McNeely

Donation $ 1,000 $ 5,000 $ 10,000 $ 25,000Tax credit on donation $361 $1,966 $3,976 $10,000Net Cost $639 $3,034 $6,024 $15,000

Income $40,000 or less

$40,000 to $80,000

$80,000 to $125,000

Over$125,000

$5,000 Donation Income Tax Savings $1,968 $2,142 $2,273 $2,273$10,000 Donation Income Tax Savings $4,031 $4,262 $4,594 $4,594$20,000 Donation Income Tax Savings (1) Year 1 – $4,383

Year 2 – $3,678 Total – $8,061 $8,322 $9,235 $9,235

Sell Shares & Donate Cash

Donate Shares

Donation Value $ 100,000 $ 100,000Add: Tax on Capital Gain 11,603 NilLess: Donation Tax Saving 46,363 46,363Total Cost of Donation 65,240 53,637

Join Wayne Rostad and friends Friday, December 2 on Mill Street at 7 p.m.


An Ottawa man who has a blood pump in his chest to do the work of his diseased heart was able to spend time at his beloved Clayton Lake summer home, thanks to training pro-vided to Almonte General Hospital (AGH) staff by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) perfusionist team.

Ottawa resident Michel Casson, 63, has cardiomyopathy, a severe deterioration of his heart muscle. Earlier this year, he spent 42 days in the Heart Institute, where a Left Ventric-ular Assist Device (LVAD) was implanted in his chest. The LVAD performs the pumping function of Michel’s left ventricle, so that his lungs, organs and tissues get the oxygen-rich blood they need.

“The LVAD is three or four inches long, with a propeller on one end that goes 9,200 revolutions per minute,” Michel explains. “It is powered by electricity, so I must wear a bat-tery pack at all times and plug a cable into a wall electrical outlet overnight. Because of the work it does, I have no pulse.”

Perfusionists have expertise in heart-lung machines and other circulatory support de-vices, such as the LVAD. Before Michel was discharged from the Heart Institute, the UOHI perfusionist team that helps him look after the LVAD inspected his Ottawa house to make sure it could provide the electricity supply the pump needs. When summer arrived, Michel asked if he would be able to spend time at his home on Clayton Lake.

The perfusionist team inspected the power supply and gave Michel the go-ahead. They then contacted the Almonte General Hospital, which is the closest hospital to Clayton Lake, to arrange an education session in early July for AGH doctors and nurses on what to do if Michel is brought to their Emergency Department.

“I need to go to a hospital where they know what to with a patient who has an LVAD,” says Michel.

UOHI perfusionist Debbie Hubble trained Michel and his wife, Nicole Langis, on using the LVAD when it was implanted earlier this year. “We arranged the educational session at the Almonte General Hospital in case Michel has to go to the Hospital for any reason,” says Debbie, who lives in Almonte. “Hospital staff need to know how to do an assessment on a patient with an LVAD, because Michel has no pulse and you can’t take his blood pressure in the usual way.”

LVAD failure is very rare, Debbie says, adding that patients with the device always have backup equipment and power supplies. “We would not expect the Almonte General Hospi-tal staff to troubleshoot any problems with the LVAD, but they need to assess him, stabilize him and arrange transport to the Heart Institute.”

Debbie said the session at AGH went very well. “It is one of the best-attended sessions we have ever conducted,” she said. “Everyone was very enthusiastic.”

Dr. Michael Dolan was one of the AGH physicians who attended the educational ses-sion. “We need to be prepared for any problem Michel might have, and it is much better knowing about his condition in advance,” Dr. Dolan says. “The educational session was worthwhile and interesting, and it is another example of the Heart Institute reaching out to area communities, which it is very good at.”

AGH Emergency Department Registered Nurse Debby Elder, who also attended the ses-sion, said the LVAD is “amazing”. “These devices have come so far,” she said. “It is good that we were able to meet Michel and the session told us everything we need to know.”

Michel cannot drive or be in or near water, but he walks and participates in rehabilita-

Cardiac patient could spend time at local cottage, thanks to training provided to AGH staff by Heart Institute team

TeamworkUniversity of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) perfusionist staff held an education session in early July for Almonte General Hospital staff about Michel Casson, who has a blood pump implanted in his chest. Shown at the session are, standing, from left, AGH physician Dr. Heather Abramenko, RN Nancy Sevenhuysen, RN Debby Elder, AGH Acute Care Man-ager Tammy Hirkala, RN Lisa Gordon, patient Michel Casson, UOHI perfusionist Debbie Hubble, Michel’s wife Nicole Langis, AGH RN Susan Abernethy, AGH Chief of Staff Dr. Anne Oldfi eld, AGH physician Dr. Michael Dolan and RN Rose Sedore. Sitting, from left, are AGH physician Dr. Ursula McGarry and RN Pauline Godin.

tion exercises. He is currently on the waiting list for a heart transplant. “When that happens, the LVAD will be removed and the new heart will take over.”

While it took some time to get used to the LVAD and the limitations it places on his ac-tivities, Michel says that, “20 years ago I wouldn’t have survived this condition. I feel good and I expect to feel better as I get stronger. The most important thing is to have a support group and I have the most fantastic wife and caregiver in Nicole.”

He also has high praise for the “incredible” Heart Institute, for Debbie Hubble’s train-ing and support and for the AGH team. “It was a great meeting with the doctors and nurses there,” he says. “I feel very confi dent about the staff at AGH; they are beautiful people.”

Michel and Nicole travelled back and forth between their Ottawa home and their 44 x 12 foot trailer in Clayton Lakeside Trailer Park during the summer.

“It is right on the lake and we have our own dock,” says Michel. “Maybe I can’t swim or go in the boat, but it is a beautiful place, and I love looking at the lake and hearing the loons. I am very lucky; I’ve got everything covered, from the support of my family right up to great medical professionals.”

Generous donors to the Quality Care For Life Campaign to raise funds for the Almonte General Hospital-Fairview Manor (AGH-FVM) Redevelopment Project are taking advantage of a tax provision that exempts donations of appreciated securities from capital gains tax.

Gifts of appreciated securities are a good idea because the cost of the donation to you is lower for securities than for cash. And by donating the securities instead of sell-ing them, you now avoid paying capital gains tax.

Since May 2, 2006, donations of publicly listed securities to public charities have been exempt from capital gains tax. Before that date, donors who sold appreciated securities (ones that have increased in value) to generate cash to make a donation had to pay capital gains taxes. The capital gains inclusion rate for such donations was 25 per cent. Now it is zero.

According to an example developed by RBC Dominion Securities, the change works like this. If you purchased shares for $10,000 that have now appreciated in value to $100,000 and you sell them and donate the cash to a charity, you would have to pay capital gains tax of $20,250. If you donate the $100,000 in shares directly to a charity, the tax on the capital gains would be zero. In this example, when the $45,000 donation tax credit is fi gured in, donating shares with a fair market value of $100,000 costs you only $55,000, compared to $75,250 if you sell the shares fi rst and then

donate the proceeds.You can transfer securities to a charity by delivering endorsed certifi cates to the

charity. The gift is complete the day the certifi cate is delivered and the donation re-ceipt is based on the value of the security that day.

You can also transfer the securities from your brokerage account directly to the charity's account. The donation is complete when the securities are actually trans-ferred.

Donations of appreciated securities can be made during your lifetime or through your estate.

The capital gains exemption also applies to gifts of fl ow-through shares. “We are very pleased that this tax change has encouraged so many supporters to

make generous donations to the Campaign,” said AGH/FVM Foundation Executive Director Gerry Huddleston. “When you donate appreciated securities, you can often make a larger gift than a donation by other means. I encourage anyone who has ques-tions about how to take advantage of this new tax treatment to speak to their fi nancial advisor or to call the Foundation Offi ce at 613-256-2514, extension 2297. We would be happy to help guide you through the process.”

Your donation of appreciated securities is exempt from capital gains tax


In a time of strife and uncertainty in the world, this simple truth is more important than ever. Day and night, seven days a week, the Almonte General Hospital and Fairview Manor are here for you and your loved ones whenever you need our help. Your gift this Christmas can help us provide the highest quality

of care today and in the future.

All donations in 2011 will assist the purchase of new essential medical equipment for the Operating Room,the Emergency Room, Obstetrical Unit, Medical-Surgical Unit, Rosamond Unit and X-ray Department.

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