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By Susan Mullin, President & CEO At Southlake, the COVID-19
situation is putting into stark perspective the need for us as a Foundation to
be nimble and flexible to changing needs, and our need for community. These are
uncharted times, and our sense of community is being tested – and strengthened
– right here at home, with acts of kindness for neighbours and strangers in
need of a helping hand, and around the globe. People are uniting in new and
creative ways online through social media, connecting with and supporting
others even as we maintain the social distancing and isolation practices that
have been recommended by leading health organizations. It's heartwarming to see
the strength of human connection when challenged to such a degree. It's also incredible to witness
the resilience and dedication among the clinical teams at the hospital, who are
working tirelessly to provide care during this unprecedented time. We are
incredibly grateful for their commitment, and proud of their willingness to
continue delivering leading edge care for everyone in our communities who needs
it. At Southlake Foundation, we are
doing everything we can to support the new and unexpected needs of both our
staff and our patients. We are launching staff wellness carts to circulate for
staff and provide snacks and beverages to keep them going during their shifts
and bring a smile to their faces. They are working hard, and we want them to
know that we are by their side through these times. For our patients who are
coping with visitor restrictions, we've worked with our generous communities to
make free television and internet available in all rooms to keep them
entertained and connected with their loved ones during their stay. And we are
working hard with our communities to support the urgent equipment needs that have
come out of this situation, to ensure that our expert clinical teams have the
tools they need in hand to provide care for everyone who needs it. We need the support of our communities to keep
do everything we can. Here is what you can do to help: As an organization
based in community, these are difficult and unprecedented times. Now more than
ever, our hospital needs the support of our communities for the tools and
equipment crucial to patient care. Though we cannot be together, we are still
finding incredible ways to come together. As we continue to navigate this
situation together, we thank you for your commitment to helping Southlake
continue to provide the care our communities need during this critical time.
Southlake Foundation
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