Dauphin Hospital Foundation contributes to home care service

*The Bidop 3 Vascular Doppler is pictured with Home Care Case Coordinator Jessica Rafacz.*

The Home Care Program within Dauphin Community Health Services recently received funding of about $4,000 from the Dauphin Hospital Foundation to purchase a piece of equipment used during initial client assessments on lower limbs.

The Bidop Doppler is used when a non-invasive test, which assesses blood flow in the lower limbs, is needed. These tests are performed on home care clients to determine whether compression therapy is appropriate. They also assist when looking at clients with active wounds below the knee for wound therapy.

The Dauphin Home Care Program services clients in many areas including the City and RM of Dauphin, Municipality of Lakeshore and the communities of Ochre River and Sifton.

Prairie Mountain Health and Dauphin Community Health Services thank the Dauphin Hospital Foundation for their generous contribution.

Curling for a Cure

The 6^th annual Curling for a Cure Funspiel was held in Minnedosa on February 14^th to 16^th. Curling for a Cure started in 2018 by Nick Melynk. Nick was a strong supporter of raising funds towards cancer research and programs. Sadly, Nick passed away three days after the first year’s event. The family has continued the annual event in memory of Nick. Curling for a Cure 2025 consisted of 24 curling teams coming together to support two amazing causes: The Candlelighters Childhood Cancer program and Neepawa Cancer Care Unit. This event raised $40,060.00 which is being split between the two organizations.

This is the first year for the event where funds are being dedicated to the Neepawa Cancer Care Unit and the organizers have set out that for the next nine years, where half of the proceeds will continue to benefit the Neepawa Community Cancer Program. Over the past six years, close to $135 thousand has been raised for cancer care in the region.

The Dream Ride, skipped by Grant Babcock with team members Gary Forgue, third, second Michelle Babcock and lead Marsha Forgue captured this year’s event. Next year’s event has already sold out and organizers are reviewing ways to expand it to more teams in 2026.

February 2025 | Donations for PMH

Dauphin Regional Health Centre receives donation from Dauphin Hospital Foundation

The Dauphin Hospital Foundation recently contributed $21,000 for the purchase of two hysteroscopes for the Dauphin Regional Health Centre. A hysteroscope is a thin, surgical telescope that is able to display images of the inside of a uterus. It is an important tool used to further advance women’s health in rural Manitoba. Pictured (standing) are LPN Amanda Hryhoruk and Dr. Katherine Pernarowski, who is holding the Omni Hysteroscope ready to use. The second picture contains the various instruments that can be used with the scope. Prairie Mountain Health and the Dauphin Regional Health Centre thank the Dauphin Hospital Foundation for their generous contribution.

LPN Amanda Hryhoruk and Dr. Katherine Pernarowski, who is holding the Omni Hysteroscope ready to use.

Various instruments to use with hysteroscopes

January 2025 | Donations for PMH

Russell Health Centre Receives Donation

Darryl Fuz makes donation to Russell Health Centre staff — Pictured, at centre, is Darryl Fuz, GM of the Paterson Grain Terminal in Binscarth. Also from left are Rebecca Terleski (RN), Doctor Elhaji, Stacy Falkevitch (CRN) and Tracy Scott. *(Picture and files courtesy of the Russell Banner).*

The Paterson Family Foundation has once again stepped forward to provide a generous donation to the Russell Health Centre. The Foundation donated $10,000 to be used for emergency care and services at the Russell Health Centre, which includes the purchase of a vital signs machine and ring cutter. This marks the fifth consecutive year the Paterson Family Foundation has donated to the Health Centre.

December 2024 | Donations for PMH

Crocus Court PCH Receives Donation

Jesus Dangat, Manager Health Services - LTC, Crocus Court PCH accepts cheque from Michelle Neepin, Office Clerk, Parkway Consumers Co-op — Jesus Dangat, Manager Health Services – LTC, Crocus Court PCH accepts cheque from Michelle Neepin, Office Clerk, Parkway Consumers Co-op Ltd.

On November 8th, Parkway Co-op held their second annual Cook-Off. Mariia Symiv was the Roblin First place winner in the perogy category. She chose Crocus Court as the recipient of the funds raised from the ticket sales. $1,030 was graciously accepted by Jesus Dangat, Manager Health Services – Long Term Care.

Brandon Wheat Kings Help PMH Spread the Warmth

Thank you!

Prairie Mountain Health would like to thank the following people and businesses for helping make our Spread the Warmth campaign a success at the November 22nd Brandon Wheat Kings game!

Thank you to all attendees who brought donations! We collected new mitts, gloves, toques, socks and underwear to help our more vulnerable population during the cold winter months. The items collected will be given out to our various programs and services, such as our Emergency Departments, 7th Street Health Access Centre and Public and Mental Health offices.

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets for our gift basket; the money raised will be used to purchase hygiene products and other necessities to help people in the community.

Thank you to the following businesses for their generous donations toward the Spread the Warmth prize pack that was given to lucky winner Marilyn!

MCM Architects
Heritage CO-OP
Shoppers Mall Brandon
Forbidden Flavours
SKIN Clinics Brandon

Thank you to our volunteers for helping at the game!

PMH Staff standing behind table, collecting mitts and toques

Congratulation Marilyn on winning the prize pack!

Marilyn and Lacey with prize package — Prize pack winner Marilyn Mosset, accepting prize from PMH staff member Lacey Shannon of Melita.

November 2024 Donations for PMH

Russell Personal Care Home recognizes Orange Shirt Day

Group of Staff and Residents at Russell PCH wearing orange shirts.

Thanks to donations from the Waywayseecappo First Nation and Gambler First Nation, the staff and residents of Russell Personal Care Home donned orange T-shirts in recognition of Truth and Reconciliation Day at the end of September. (Picture and files courtesy of Russell Banner).

Donation for Hamiota Adult Day Program

Kathy Therrien presenting cheque to Jamie Woodhouse.

Kathy Therrien, representative of the Hamiota United Church Thrift Shop, was happy to provide a donation to Jamie Woodhouse, Coordinator of PMH Adult Day Program, now up and running once again. The closure of the program occurred during the pandemic, so with a new start, these funds are more than appreciated. Should there be any questions about involvement in the program, please reach out to the Hamiota District Health Center.

Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation Annual December Campaigns

“Under the Tree of Lights”

Lit up trees in the winter at Brandon Regional Health Centre

Christmas is fast approaching, and with it comes all the joy and happiness of the season. It is also a time of reflection and memories of loved ones. You can memorialize or honour someone special this holiday season! For a minimum $15 donation (tax receipt issued), the BRHC Foundation will:

Hang a personalized tag in memory or honour of a loved one on the “Tree of Lights” in the BRHC atrium.
Turn on the lights on the evergreens that are located in the traffic circle at the Brandon Regional Health Centre
You can choose one of the gifts, “Under the Tree of Lights,” where you would like to see your donation directed:
- Gift #1 – M5 Microdebrider Shaver for the Operating Room ($16 660)
- Gift #2 – D Blade for the Intensive Care Unit ($8000)

The BRHC Foundation presents the “Gift of Flight” compliments of WestJet!

You can win a round trip flight to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination for two (2) people! (No cash value, fees, taxes, surcharges not included, blackout dates and restrictions apply). The draw will be held on Friday, December 13^th, at 2:00 p.m. in the Brandon Regional Health Centre Atrium. Must be 18+ to participate.
Tickets (1 for $10 or 3 for $20) are available in the Foundation Office at 204- 578-4227 or by emailing [email protected]

Proceeds from the draw will be directed toward the Brandon Regional Health Centre’s Pediatric/Neonatal Intensive Care Units.

For more information on the BRHC Foundation and how you can support the Brandon Regional Health Centre, visit https://www.brhcfoundation.ca/

September 2024 Donations for PMH

7^th Annual Memorial Ride raises funds for DRHC

John Dulewich (JDS Laundromat), Greg Thompson, Dauphin Hospital Foundation Chairman and Tony Shewchuk (Tony’s Auto Electric). — *Pictured from left: John Dulewich (JDS Laundromat), Greg Thompson, Dauphin Hospital Foundation Chairman and Tony Shewchuk (Tony’s Auto Electric) .*

Nearly 50 motorcyclists, car enthusiasts and supporters took part in the 7th Annual Memorial Ride on August 17, 2024 and through their support, helped contribute towards needs at the Dauphin Regional Health Centre (DRHC).

This year, the Memorial Ride, spearheaded by Tony’s Auto Electric and JDS Laundromat in Dauphin, made its way through the Parkland including the Shoal Lake and Minnedosa areas this year.

The 300 kilometre return trip raised a total of $3,000 that was donated to the health centre, through the Dauphin Hospital Foundation.

The Memorial Ride is held in loving memory for those who have lost a loved one or friend. It aims to bring people together in celebrating and recognizing the lives of those lost and doesn’t matter if people rode a vehicle or just purchased tickets. The goal was to enjoy the day, visit with people, share memories and contribute to a worthy cause!

Organizers were very pleased with the support of communities and individuals along the way. The Dauphin Hospital Foundation and Dauphin Regional Health Centre sincerely thank the organizers, participants and all who contributed to this worthy cause.

Portable Ultrasound for Deloraine Health Centre

Jamie Denbow (CRN), Grace Fletcher, Dr. McKinnon, Alyssa Villavicencio — Pictured L-R: Jamie Denbow, Grace Fletcher, Dr. McKinnon, Alyssa Villavicencio

Thank you to Ashton Bell, Deloraine Health Auxiliary and the Deloraine Palliative Care Committee for your contributions to purchase a Portable Ultrasound machine for Deloraine Health Centre.

Summer 2024 Donations for PMH

Manitoba Women’s Institute- Made in Manitoba Project

Country Meadows residents receiving blankets — From Left to Right – Jocelyn Scheper (Manager Health Services), Diane Cottingham (Resident), Tamika Baron (Client Care Coordinator), Lynne English (Resident), Heather Cummings (Manitoba Woman’s Institute)

The Manitoba Women’s Institute chose a Made in Manitoba project which provided a dozen lap quilts for distribution to Country Meadows Personal Care Home in Neepawa. Each quilt was unique with the creator’s personal touch. The quilts have been donated to those residents who are in wheelchairs who had the greatest need for comfort. The residents receiving the quilts are overjoyed with their donations. The quilts have brought smiles to the faces of many.