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16 Sports & Leisure, Friday, June 27, 2008 NEWS AND INFORMATION FROM GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL www.haltonhealthcare.com Georgetown Hospital 1 Princess Anne Drive Georgetown, Ontario L7G 2B8 Milton District Hospital 30 Derry Road East Milton, Ontario L9T 2X5 Oakville-Trafalgar Memorial Hospital 327 Reynolds Street Oakville, Ontario L6J 3L7 The Gift of Time The Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association is looking for individuals to join their dynamic team. Whether you are interested in working directly with patients or prefer something a little more behind the scenes weve got something for everyone! From the Coffee Kiosk and Information Desk to our Worship Service and Lunch program there are opportunities for everyone. For more information on these and other exciting volunteer opportunities at Georgetown Hospital please contact Janice Cowen at 905-873-0111, ext 8153 or jcowen@haltonhealthcare.on.ca. Pictured here is Team Hope, a group of 5 dedicated residents who raised more than $2,500 for Georgetown Hospital. (l-r) Lorna Szabo, Margaret Renwick, Ruth Lee, Yvonne Burrows, Elaine Jones. The babies in front (l-R) are Luke Szabo and Joshua Lee. Congratulations Team Hope and thank you! First Ever Walk Raises $35,000 The first annual Walk for Georgetown Hospital was held on Sunday, June 22nd. More than 180 people formed teams and followed a 5 km route through Georgetown. All told, $35,000 was raised for medical equipment the hospital needs this year. Fortunately, the weather cooperated and a fun-filled lunch and awards presentation complete with clowns and magician took place following the walk. Many thanks to everyone who walked, and to each of the hundreds of sponsors who contributed to the success of this event. Support the Volunteer Association The Georgetown Hospital Volunteer Association recently received a bequest of Royal Stafford, Tartan Series China. The china was collected by a great-grandmother of one of our Hospital volunteers and is in beautiful condition. This exquisite china would make a lovely gift to those who collect the patterns included in this series. The following pieces from the Scottish Clans are now for sale: Black Watch Campbell Davidson Gordon MacDonald McDuff McGregor MacPherson Royal Stuart If you are interested in purchasing one or more of these items or would like additional information about this collection please call Ruth Poullos at 905-873-0111, ext. 8286 or 905-877-5305. Georgetown Hospital Parking Fees Parking fees collected by the Hospital cover the cost of providing, maintaining and administering the parking facilities. Any revenue collected beyond these expenses will be used to support local Hospital programs and services. These rates are reviewed annually. Effective July 1, 2008 the parking fee at Georgetown Hospital will be a flat rate of $7.00 per visit. 2008/2009 Halton Healthcare Services Board of Directors The Board of Directors of Halton Healthcare Services (HHS) provides advice and support to management to ensure that Halton Healthcare fulfils its mission of providing quality, compassionate care and services to meet the diverse needs of our population in a timely and effective manner. Their efforts help ensure the continuation of quality healthcare services to the residents of our communities now and into the future. The Board of Directors of Halton Healthcare Services (HHS) is comprised of 11 elected members from the communities of Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills. In addition, there are eight ex-officio members including the President of the Corporation, and appointments from the medical staff and the Towns of Milton, Oakville and Halton Hills. Chair Mary Davies Vice Chair Mags Shorey Past Chair D. Murray Paton Treasurer Marty Hughes President & Secretary John Oliver Elected Lorenzo Biondi John Fleming Rick Johnson Maureen Latocki Kim Mason Donald Newell Judy Wilson Appointed Rob Burton - Mayor, Town of Oakville Dr. Kiran Cherla - Vice-President, Professional Staff Association Dr. Glen Hunter - Vice-President, Professional Staff Association Jon Hurst - Councillor, Town of Halton Hills Cindy Lunau - Councillor, Town of Milton Dr. Lorne Martin - Chief of Staff Dr. Greg Thomson - President, Professional Staff Association Open Board meetings alternate between Halton Healthcares three hospital sites Oakville- Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, Milton District Hospital and Georgetown Hospital. Members of the public and media are invited to attend Board meetings as observers. Requests for presenting at a Board meeting should be directed fifteen days prior to a scheduled meeting in writing to the Board Chair for review and consideration. For additional information about the Board of Directors please contact the Board Liaison Co-ordinator at 905-815-5114. Happy Canada Day