Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington, September 13, 2023. (Photo by Maureen Revait) Erie Shores HealthCare in Leamington, September 13, 2023. (Photo by Maureen Revait)
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$50K gift will buy beds at Erie Shores Healthcare

Kent & Essex Mutual Insurance is gifting $50,000 to the Erie Shores Health Foundation to buy new beds at the hospital in Leamington.

It will help replace and enhance patient beds throughout the hospital.

Modern patient beds are critical for both patient comfort and clinical care.

Kent & Essex Mutual Insurance said supporting local healthcare is just an extension of its longstanding commitment to community wellbeing.

"As a mutual insurer, supporting the communities we serve is at the heart of what we do," said President and CEO Kevin Konecny. "Erie Shores Healthcare plays such an important role for families across our region, and we're proud to support enhancements that help patients feel safe, comfortable, and cared for close to home."

"Support like this helps ensure our hospital has the equipment needed to provide the highest quality of care for patients and families right here in our community," added Executive Director of Erie Shores Health Foundation Penny Bellhouse.

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