Pa ge 2 0 T hu rs da y, Ja nu ar y 28 , 2 01 6 - T he IF P - H al to n H ill s - w w w .th ei fp .c a Stay connected! For more information please visit our website, www.haltonhealthcare.com. YourHealth NEWS AND INFORMATION FROM GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL JANUARY 2016 www.haltonhealthcare.com GEORGETOWN • MILTON • OAKVILLE HOSPITALS New Food Outlet Now Open GOLD Quality Workplace Award Halton Healthcare was recently awarded a GOLD Quality Workplace Award by the Ontario Hospital Association and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. The award recognizes our ongoing commitment to improving the workplace in ways that contribute to the quality of work life, care and services delivered. "The award is a testament to our employees, professional staff and volunteers for their dedication and commitment to our patients, our community and each another. It's what makes Halton Healthcare a great place to work, a great place to volunteer and a great place to receive healthcare. It is the reason we have attained this GOLD recognition." Denise Hardenne, President & CEO, Halton Healthcare Contribute Your Voice, Leadership & Experience Smoke-free The Smoke-Free Ontario Act was amended on January 1, 2016 and now includes hospital properties. Smoking is prohibited on hospital property and individuals who contravene this section of the Act may be fined. There were smiles all around when Halton Healthcare celebrated the opening of the new food outlet at Georgetown Hospital. Fit for Life offers a variety of affordable, healthy and nutritional choices including sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, hot meals and salads. Patients and visitors can also grab one of Tim Horton's famous coffees and beverages. This innovative concept complements Halton Healthcare's vision of providing exemplary experiences, always. Get your tickets now! The Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association (GHVA) is holding a raffle at Georgetown Hospital with many great prizes. The draw date is February 10, 2016 at 12 PM. 1st prize - 8-bottle wine fridge valued at $400 donated by M. Carney 2nd prize - hand-made quilt valued at $350 donated by A. Smith 3rd prize - hand-blown vase valued at $250 donated by A. Welters Tickets are on sale in GHVA Gift shop - $2.00 each or three for $5.00. Ontario Lottery License: # M333057 Pancakes & Patient Care Community Breakfast The Georgetown Hospital Foundation invites you to one of its upcoming Pancakes and Patient Care Community Breakfasts. Join Cindy McDonell, Chief Operating Officer of Georgetown Hospital, as she shares stories about how our community hospital is transforming the patient experience. These breakfasts are scheduled for both Acton and Georgetown: RSVP by February 1st to Jennifer McNally: jmcnallly@haltonhealthcare.com or 905-873-0111, ext. 824. Halton Healthcare's leadership team, staff, physicians and volunteers serve the healthcare needs of our diverse communities, under the stewardship of a strong board of directors. We are augmenting our board's capabilities and competency by seeking two individuals to join it. If you have commitment, a passion for healthcare, are a highly successful senior executive, reside in either Milton or Halton Hills (and understand the specific needs and issues of those rapidly-growing communities), we invite you to submit an expression of interest. Please refer to haltonhealthcare.com for additional information. Acton Tuesday, February 9, 2016 7:30 am to 8:45 am Acton Town Hall 19 Willow St. North, Acton Georgetown Thursday, February 11, 2016 7:30 am to 8:45 am The Club at North Halton 363 Maple Ave., Georgetown