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- ► Section Two The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, December 19,1984 17 oeuuun iwo ine uanaaian oiaicsman, tiowmanviue, December 19,1984 Community Support Needed for Hospital Expansion I Hospital Listed as Priority Alfhminh fhr> nron'c nnnti. ~ : ,i rr n i ........ I Although the area's popu lation has doubled since 1960, there has been no addition addition to Memorial Hospital in the past 24 years. In fact, a major fire in 1980 actually reduced the amount of space available for patients. "Needless to say, this has resulted in less than favorable favorable conditions for patients and staff," said Hospital Board chairman Harry Locke in a recent interview. He added, however, that staff is to be commended for coping with the difficulties exceptionally well. And, of course, the planned planned construction of a new wing at Memorial Hospital, plus the renovation of existing existing floor space will give the gREETI^GS Chiming in with this expression of our hopes for you at Christmas -- joy to all! SQUARE BOY PIZZA & SUBS 133 Church Si. 623-1119 Bowmanville WkkM WISHES y/ji A the sweet sounds jj of Christmas echo round | the world, we wisli you all ^ the blessings of u jjjj joyous holiday season. t Management and Staff of S! I STRATHAVEN | 1 NURSING HOME | g r . 264 King St. East Bowmanville « sjiSS5tt3iSaS!a!SaiS$5=a5e^S«RSiS«)SSt5SSt58gt5Sa389SSt58St5!!5ai!S$a : 18 Silver St. I Bowmanville community the kind of health care facility which will meet the needs of the future. "We are looking forward to the public's financial support so we can expand, improve, and offer an even wider range of services which are so important for health care today," said the hospital board chairman. In spite of the fact that there has been no major expansion expansion at the hospital, it has been able to maintain first-rate medical care because because hospital stays are shorter today than they were in the past. Surgical techniques have improved, said Mr. Locke ■ and that means less time in hospital. "Today, many of the less serious surgical procedures procedures are being done on an out-patient basis," he said. For the patient, there's the advantage of recovering at home and probably taking taking less time off work. For the hospital, there's an advantage advantage in the amount of money saved because less demand is placed on hospital hospital facilities. However, even with many patients spending less time in hospital, Bowmanville's main health care facility has reached the point where renovations and enlargements enlargements are demanded. Currently, the building operates operates at or near capacity. Without additional space, future development would stretch that capacity beyond the limit. Mr. Locke noted that the enlargement of Memorial Hospital will help it meet the needs of an aging population. population. Between the next 15 and 20 years, forecasters expect that persons in the over-65 age group will double in number. And statistics prove that individuals over 65 utilize hospitals twice as often. They also stay there three times as long as other age groups. Locally, we can observe the trend towards an older population in the development development of retirement mobile homes at Wilmot Creek. That development alone will add 800 dwellings for retirees to the municipality's municipality's existing accommodation accommodation for older residents. At present, the chronic care ward which caters to the elderly has 15 beds. The new wing at Memorial Hospital Hospital will double that capacity capacity and also give the longterm longterm residents greater comfort. comfort. Other - improvements were also cited by the hospital hospital board chairman in an interview last week. In general, general, there will be out-patient out-patient clinics to serve individuals individuals who might otherwise otherwise need to stay in the hospital hospital until recovery. Facilities offering therapy, and help for ostomy ostomy patients or diabetics will be provided in the new wing. In addition, there will be an improved emergency department department to treat the 70 patients patients per day who use emergency accommodation at Memorial Hospital. "This department will be expanded expanded to accommodate the steady flow of patients," said Mr. Locke. Another added feature of the expanded and renovated renovated health care facilities will be a chapel which will meet the spiritual needs of patients and family. Bowmanville Bowmanville Rotary club members members have already raised the funds needed for this aspect aspect of the hospital renovations. renovations. Mr. Locke noted that the provincial Ministry of Health is placing greater emphasis today on preventative preventative medicine. "I'm sure that many of us treat oui- cars with more care and consideration than we do r A TIS THE SEASON TO BE GLAMOROUS! GLAMOROUS! HERE'S HOPING YOUR HOLIDAYS ARE VERY HAPPY! COMPLETE BEAUTY SERVICE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY FROM ° ° Thomas, Danny, Linda, Lee, Hazel, Paula and Patty THE FAMILY HAIRSTYLING CENTRE Bowmanville Mall 623-2201 or 623-2202 pur bodies," said Mr. Locke. That may change when Memorial Hospital makes provision for preventative medicine in its new wing. New facilities will be available available to teach the public the value of exercise, good nutrition, avoidance of drugs and alcohol and other ways to lead a healthier lifestyle. It's even possible that Memorial Hospital could be the site of a health risk evaluation clinic which would assist patients to improve improve their longevity. Mr. Locke noted that Memorial Hospital has collected collected approximately half of the $2.7 million which must be raised by the pub lic. And the public is encouraged encouraged to join in the fundraising fundraising efforts. "Just remember, our hospital hospital is only here today because because of the generosity of others. Let's make sure it is here tomorrow by your generosity," the chairman said. Around the House % % CHOCOLATE REFRIGERATOR COOKIES (Makes about 5 dozen) 2y 2 cups (625 mL) all purpose flour cup (75 mL) FRY'S COCOA teaspoon (1 mL) baking soda cup (250 mL) soft butter or margarine cup (150 mL) firmly packed brown sugar cup (125 mL) corn syrup egg teaspoon (2 mL) vanilla cup (175 mL) chopped nuts Sift together flour, cocoa and baking soda. Cream butter; beat in sugar. Stir in corn syrup. Beat in egg and vanilla. Blend in sifted dry ingredients. Stir in nuts. Shape dough into rolls, 2 inches (5 cm) in diameter; wrap in waxed paper. Chill several hours or overnight. Cut into thin slices and place on ungreased ungreased cookie sheets. Bake in preheated 375°F. (190°C) oven 10 to 12 minutes. 1 % y 2 % Banana Blueberry Nut Muffin One of the most popular muffins - a good tasting, wholesome, satisfying breakfast or snack. Try adding toasted sunflower seeds or sesame seeds for added crunch or replace walnuts with peanuts. 1 cup flour 2 tsp. baking powder '/a tsp. baking soda Va cup sugar pinch nutmeg Va tsp. salt 1 cup natural bran flakes 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup milk Va cup melted butter Vi tsp. vanilla Vi cup mashed banana Vi cup blueberries (optional) (optional) Vi cup chopped walnuts Sift flour, baking L\\ HOWEVER you SpENd youR 1-iolidAy, we're SENdiiNq you our bEST Wisl-IES! jflerrp Cjirtëtmatf Helen's Tailor Shop 168 Church Street Bowmanville Telephone 623-2741 powder, soda, sugar, nutmeg and salt into a large bowl. Stir in bran. Combine eggs, milk, butter and vanilla. Pour liquid over dry ingredients and blend briefly. Add fruit and nuts. Spoon batter into greased muffin tins and bake at 400°F (200°C) 15-20 minutes until done. Makes 12 muffins. Pizza Pancake Pie Imagine all the spicy Italian flavour pizza is famous for combined with everybody's favourite . . . pancakes. It's a treat your family will want to enjoy often, and best of all, it's so easy to make. 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 garlic clove, chopped 1 onion, sliced 2 cups sliced pepper- oni 1 zucchini, sliced 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped % cup flour 1 cup milk 2 eggs Vi tsp. salt 1 tsp. dried oregano 2 cups grated Mozzarella Mozzarella cheese Heat oil in a large heavy frying pan. Add garlic and onion and cook until softened. Add pepperoni and zucchini. Cook until heated through. Stir in tomatoes and toss 1 minute. Place flour in a small bowl. Beat in Vz the milk. Add eggs and remaining milk and beat until smooth. Season with salt and oregano. Spread pepperoni mixture in the bottom of a 9" x 13" (3L) pan. Pour batter over top. Sprinkle with Mozzarella cheese. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for 30 minutes until puffed and lightly browned. Cut in squares and serve with a fresh tomato sauce. Serves 4- 6. ^ WHIM YOU Ml VI AN AUDI, TOM COMMAND A LOT OP ATTOITIOII See the New Audis today at.OWASCO :.V- - • 0WASC0 VOLKSWAGEN LTD. 1425D0NDASST.E. WHITBY • 668-9383 jmrrouNE,Mi-n2i Bright and merry wishes this festive season, for a happy holiday celebration It is the best of times for sharing love From all of us at Jwtcw HOTEL Liberty St.S. and Hwy. 401 Bowmanville 623-3373 Out of all the possible health care projects planned for the Durham Region, the improvement of facilities facilities at Memorial Hospital was listed as the top priority for the District District Health Council. To Tom Cowan, chairman of the Memorial Hospital Foundation and also chairman of the District Health Council, this is just one reason why the expansion of Memorial Memorial Hospital is a necessity. In an interview last week, the foundation chairman outlined some of the factors which led to the decision that the hospital needed improved facilities. Firstly, hospital expansion and renovation is necessary to regain space which was destroyed by fire. Moreover, the municipality is seeing seeing the beginnings of growth and Memorial Hospital must grow along with it. The Foundation chairman pointed out that the 6,000 square feet of space which was damaged by fire in 1980 has never been fully replaced. The hospital's maternity department department was re-located as the result of the fire, but the portions of the old hospital wing which sustained damage damage have not been put back into active active use. Renovation plans do not foresee the use of this part of the building for patients. However, the old wing will become office space in the hospital's hospital's renovation plans. Future development mentioned by Mr. Cowan includes the Wilmot Creek Retirement Mobile Home Park, the new Sri Inai International College, and the Darlington Nuclear Nuclear Generating Station. Projections indicate that these projects will mean an influx of between between 3,000 and 4,000 persons over the next 10 years. Already, surgical and maternity departments are operating at or near capacity. And Bowmanville's emergency department sees 65 patients patients per day, compared to the 40 patients per day which would be accommodated accommodated in most hospitals of Bowmanville's size. Mr. Cowan also noted the need for more long-term hospital beds. The existing 15-bed unit will double to 30 beds when the new addition is completed. The demand for these additional beds is documented by the District Health Council. One of the features of the new facility will be a day hospital offering offering therapy and other help during the day but returning patients to their homes irsthe evenings. In addition, the new hospital wing will have occupational therapy facilities and renovated physio-therapy areas. Mr. Cowan noted that Memorial Hospital, like all Ontario health care facilities is havingto cope with an aging population. "That's one of the problems not only in Bowmanville Bowmanville but the rest of the Durham Region," Region," he said. In all of Memorial Hospital's plans for the future, the Memorial Hospital Foundation has an increasingly increasingly important role to play. That's because fiscal purse strings are tighter today than they were in the past. Governments are requiring requiring agencies such as the Foundation Foundation to bear a larger share of the cost. "With the fiscal crunch on the Ministry, they're relying more and more on the hospitals themselves," said Mr. Cowan. In the past, the grants were made on the basis of two provincial dollars for every one dollar raised at the local level. Today, the split is towards a 50-50 ratio. The role of the Hospital Foundation Foundation is to raise money for capital costs. For example, the Foundation contributed $85,000 when an ultra sound machine was needed. And now, it is spearheading efforts to raise $2.7 million which is required from the immediate community if the expansion and renovation is to proceed. Mr. Cowan predicts that all hospitals hospitals will be faced with the need to conduct public campaigns as they acquire buildings and equipment in the years ahead. But in spite of all the planned modernizations and expansion slated for Memorial Hospital Bowmanville, Bowmanville, there's one thing that won't be changed. That, of course, is the facility's high standard of care. One of the unique things about the hospital is the fact that it is large enough to have modern technical technical facilities and small enough to offer personalized care. "It's the personal attention that makes people happy with the hospital," hospital," Mr. Cowan said. ♦I* ÇhfiëEit^v ? t T > TO OUR MANY FRIENDS It's the time of year when we pause to remember friends old and new and wish them the best! Bette Trudeau -- Gladys Tweedie Dianne Park -- Louise Lyle Allouise Fashions Ladies' Wear 623-5854 Bowmanville 49 King St. W. T ♦*♦♦♦♦♦$♦♦$♦ >*♦ ♦*♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦ ♦♦♦