HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 1997-07-02, Page 28PAGE 28. THE CITIZEN, WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 1997
Health services need restructuring, province says
A promise to maintain 24 hour
access to care and emergency
services in Huron, was made by the
province last week when Helen
Johns, MPP for Huron and Health
Minister Jim Wilson were in the
county to announce the Rural
Health Care Framework for the
province.
This framework, they said, is to
ensure that the residents in rural
Ontario have access to quality care.
The vision of the framework is to
see a fully integrated and co
ordinated network that provides
access to a range of programs and
services which puts the patient first
while using resources more
effectively and efficiently.
"I am pleased to have played an
integral part in the development of
this framework. It is clear that this
government recognizes the unique
needs of rural Ontario," said Johns.
She added, "Close proximity
small hospitals will be expected to
cluster in order to rationalize the
provision of services and to realize
efficiencies through shared
administration, clinical and support
services and medical staff."
Recommendations from the
framework include:
• Health services in Huron, need
to be restructured, but 24 hour
access to care and emergency
services will remain.
• The rural health system will use
new and emerging health care and
communications technology to
support physicians and health care
professionals in the provision of
24 hour access to care and
appropriate linkages to more
specialized services when
required.'
• Within Huron they will be
moving to a common admin
istration, which will move $3.4
million from administration to
front-line patient care.
• The hospitals, community,
District Health Council, the new
CEO and the people of Huron will
be able to assess need and then
examine the "bed needs" for each
community.
"This framework is based on
extensive input and experience of
which I am pleased that Dr. Jim
Rourke, a family physician from
Goderich was a member. His
participation ensured Huron's needs
were addressed. I congratulate him
for all his work in making health
care better in Huron."
Johns and Wilson also
announced $170,000 in Long-Term
Care funding for Huron County
residents.
"We are putting patients first
with this significant reinvestment,"
said Johns. "Renewing our health
care system means that money
currently tied up in duplication and
inefficiencies within the system
will be reinvested in community
front-line services.
The June 27 announcement
means 500 patients will benefit
from a reinvestment of $170,000 to
provide homemaking and
professional services such as
visiting nursing, therapies available
to patients recovering at home after
being in hospital and for those who
need longer-term support at home,
including children with physical
disabilities.
Seniors who need assistance to
remain in their homes will have
increased access to services like
meals on wheels, transportation,
day programs, security checks and
friendly visits.
"People of all ages and varying
needs benefit from these long-term
care community based services,"
said Johns. "This reinvestment in
community services means more
people will receive higher levels of
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Correctly identify the people in the picture. Send your entry to the
Citizen Office, Box 429 Blyth or Box 152 Brussels, or drop it in before
Tuesday, July 8 & you could win one of our Homecoming souvenirs. If
several entries are correct a draw will be made.
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care and support in their homes."
The announcement comes as part
of the governments $170 million
reinvestment in community-based
long-term care services across
Ontario, to ensure that patients
receive the care and services they
need at home. Huron County
residents have already seen
$650,000 from this fund for
community mental health
programs.
"Our government's vision for
health care puts patients first to
ensure the right care, at the right
place, at the right time. We believe
each part of the system from
doctors to nurses, to hospitals, to
community services, and home care
services must work together to put
patients first. No delays, no
confusion, no duplication."
HOMECOMING'
Thursday, July 31 to Monday, August 4, 1997
Homecoming Tickets
Some events have limited seating and may be
sold out before the Weekend even begins To
guarantee admission, you should buy advance
tickets now. Tickets are required for the following:
Friday, August 1
Dance to' Lulu’s Roadhouse Band - $10 ea.
Saturday, August 2
Beef Barbecue - $10/adult, $5/child
CKNX Barn Dance - $10/adult, $5/child
School Reunion BBQ - $5 each
Sunday, August 3
Pork Chop BBQ - $9/adult, $5/child
Shriners Fish Fry - $9/adult, $4.50/ child
The “Memory Lane” Show
Thurs., July 31, 8:00 pm. at the arena
This show will trace some of
the major events that have
occurred in Brussels since
the 1940’s and will offer appearances
by some surprising guests. A light
hearted way to start the Homecoming Weekend.
Plan a visit to our
Homecoming
Headquarters
421 Turnberry Street
Wed. to Fri.: 3 - 8 p.m. Sat. 10 - 2 p.m.
Extended hours during the Homecoming Weekend.
Souvenirs, brochures, other memorabilia and event
tickets will be'available here.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED !
If you could work in the Homecoming
Headquarters, especially during the Homecoming
Weekend, please contact Donna White at the
Clerk's Office. Your assistance would be very
much appreciated.
PARADE ENTRY FORMS
If you are entering a float in the Homecoming
Parade, please complete a Parade Entry Form,
available at Homecoming Headquarters or the
Clerk’s Office.
The School Reunion Committee would like
to set up a “Treasures From the
Community” Exhibit. Brussels and area
residents are invited to display their own
items which they feel reflect our village’s
history and development Please leave
your articles - clearly labelled - at the
Homecoming Headquarters.
A Drum & Bugle Corps
from Yokohama, Japan
Monday, July 28, 7:30 pm
BM&G Community Centre
This is a special added attraction
to get the weekend rolling.
Admission is by donation We expect a large
turnout, so come early for a good spot.
View the display sponsored by the
Huron County Museum &
Historical Gaol
and enter the "What is it?” Contest. Entry forms
and entry box at Homecoming Headquarters.
Flag Flying Draw
The Rules You must be a resident of Brussels.
You must fly a Canadian Flag on a free-standing
pole or a pole attached to your house during
homecoming weekend. You must fill out an entry
form and deposit it in the Entry box in the
Homecoming HQ. One entry per flag Entry is
free. Entry deadline is Friday, July 25th. Prizes
will be awarded on Monday, August 4, 1:00 pm at
the ball park Entry forms will also be available at
the Homecoming Headquarters.
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