Community Partnerships
In
the last twelve months the Health Care Group has touched the lives of families
and individuals in a number of ways and, in turn, the Horsham and Dimboola
Campuses have received tremendous support and many donations. We value the
support from individuals, staff, local business, community groups and charitable
philanthropic trusts. A total of $309,000 plus a further $12,000 in-kind contributions
have been donated to the Health Care Group and the Wimmera
Base Hospital Foundation. As a result of these funds, much needed equipment
has been purchased. We are extremely grateful and very fortunate to belong
to a supportive community. Our thanks are extended to the many volunteers
who have given freely of their time, expertise and friendship to assist us
in providing the many services that enhance the lives of our patients and
clients.
Embracing
the Challenge
Faced with the challenge of keeping the community aware of the Group's services
and activities, it is encouraging to work almost in partnership with the local
business's who recognise the important work of the Health Care Group.
Our
staff welcome the opportunity to give talks to community groups and tours
of the health care facilities are made available. Introduction of the promotional
'on hold' telephone message and the information video on patient's televisions
is another way to convey customer service information to patients.
The Community Liaison office handles all bequest enquiries discretely. All gifts are acknowledged according to donors' wishes.
Craig Wright
Community Liaison Officer
Achieving the best health for all the Wimmera
