A generous $125,000 donation, from the Gordon Foundation and Kel-Gor Limited, will help fund two major improvements at Bluewater Health in Sarnia.
Around $75,000 will be put toward a new point-of-care ultrasound system for Telemetry Medicine.
The new system will replace an aging unit, and ensures staff will have access to reliable, state-of-the-art technology that significantly enhances diagnostic precision and patient care.
The rest will assist with enhancements to the Emergency Department’s triage assessment area, which are currently underway.
The goal is to improve patient flow, comfort, and privacy, helping to ensure a more efficient and dignified experience for those arriving at the hospital in need of urgent care.
Gordon Foundation Spokesman Matt Gordon said they wanted to express their gratitude for the compassion and expertise shown by staff at Bluewater Health.
"We are proud to make this donation to Bluewater Health, not only to support the hospital’s continued excellence but also to recognize a few exceptional individuals whose dedication and care truly stand out,” said Gordon. "Their compassion and commitment make a lasting impact, and we hope this contribution honours them and helps further their important work for others in need."
Bluewater Health Foundation Executive Director Kathy Alexander is thrilled and extremely grateful.
"This is very remarkable donation and investment into care at Bluewater Health," said Alexander. "The Gordon Foundation and Kel-Gor are outstanding partners. This donation will make such a big difference and we're really, really excited. Community support is essential to the work that we do here at the Bluewater Health Foundation. It truly does enhance the quality of care and the technology that we have access to because of donor support."
Since it was established in 2003, the Bluewater Health Foundation has provided millions of dollars of financial support to aid in the purchase of equipment and provision of patient, staff and family programs for Bluewater Health.
This is made possible thanks to the contributions of businesses, organizations and individuals in the community.