2012
Providence Healthcare Welcomes Leading Canadian Economist, Dr. Sherry Cooper, Discusses Global Economic Trends
01/19/2012 - TORONTO, Ontario – January 16, 2012 Providence Community Partners, a network of local business leaders who gather regularly in support of Providence Healthcare, are proud to present one of Canada’s most influential women and leading economists, Dr. Sherry Cooper, Executive Vice President and Chief Economist of BMO Financial Group, in a discussion about global economic [...]
2011
Providence Healthcare Announces New President and CEO
05/30/2011 - For immediate release TORONTO, Ontario – May 30 – The Board of Directors of Providence Healthcare has announced the appointment of Josie Walsh as President and Chief Executive Officer. “After an extensive search, there is no doubt that Ms Walsh is the one to lead Providence into the future. She is extremely well regarded within [...]
2010
Executive Changes at Providence Healthcare
11/15/2010 - TORONTO, Ontario – November 15 – The Board of Directors of Providence Healthcare today announced the appointment of Josie Walsh as CEO on an interim basis. Ms. Walsh, Providence’s Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive, will be replacing interim CEO, Stephen D’Arcy, who has accepted a position at Toronto Rehab. Ms. Walsh will begin transitioning [...]
New Chair, Vice Chair for Providence Healthcare
11/4/2010 - Providence is pleased to share news about the 2010-2011 Board of Directors. Click the title above to read about new Chair Michael Beswick and Vice Chair Gretchen Van Riesen.
Providence Healthcare Announces Executive Changes
09/30/2010 - The Board of Directors of Providence Healthcare today announced the departure of its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Neil McEvoy. Mr. Stephen D’Arcy, Providence’s Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed CEO on an interim basis effective immediately.
2009
Mount Kilimanjaro Climb Raises $1 Million for Cardinal Ambrozic Houses of Providence Endowment Fund
11/4/2009 - Toronto, Nov. 4 – The Cardinal Ambrozic Houses of Providence will host a Kilimanjaro/Africa-themed event to launch the Hodgson family’s upcoming climb of Mount Kilimanjaro. The climb has raised $1 million for the Endowment Fund in support of the Houses of Providence, a 288-bed, long-term care home that is part of Providence Healthcare. African music, [...]
Providence Healthcare Foundation’s Silver Ball To Raise $700,000 (net) to Support Residents in Long-Term Care
10/22/2009 - October 23, 2009 – Toronto – This Saturday, October 24th, a gala fundraising event will be held for Providence Healthcare. The 16th annual Silver Ball takes place at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel and is on target to raise $700,000 (net) in a single evening, which will help take Providence Healthcare Foundation closer to achieving [...]
Providence Healthcare officially opens revitalized and relocated Adult Day Program
09/29/2009 - Toronto, Ontario – Providence Healthcare officially opened its revitalized and relocated Adult Day Program in a modern, 8,000-square-foot facility today. The ADP serves those who suffer from moderate to severe dementia, and their families, and is believed to be the only facility of its kind in Canada that provides a program of activities on a round-the-clock basis Monday through Friday, and during the day on Saturday.
Cuisine & Cuvée Raises $150,000 (net) for Providence Healthcare
05/22/2009 - Toronto, Ontario – Providence Healthcare Foundation’s 9th Annual Cuisine & Cuvée yesterday raised $150,000 (net) in a one-day, food- and- wine extravaganza that gave 550 people a chance to sample gourmet-style foods and fine wines.
Alzheimer Day Program’s flexible hours and overnight care helps reduce stress for working caregivers
02/12/2009 - Toronto, Ontario - Within Providence Healthcare’s Alzheimer Day Program - which annually serves over 500 individuals suffering from an irreversible dementia - about 45 per cent of the program’s clients have working caregivers, a percentage that has increased by seven per cent since 2005.
2008
Providence Healthcare recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top 75 Employers
10/21/2008 - Toronto, Ontario – A Scarborough-based health care facility specializing in rehabilitation, complex continuing care and long-term care – has been named as one of Greater Toronto’s top 75 employers.
Scotiabank Learning Centre at Providence Healthcare Is a Lifeline for Families Learning To Live with Life-Altering Illnesses
04/30/2008 - Toronto, Ontario – A vital financial contribution from Scotiabank to Providence Healthcare has transformed a closet full of videos and books into a spacious, multi-faceted resource centre for families learning to cope with life-altering illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease and stroke.
Hospital Partnership Uses State-of-the-Art Digital Diagnostic Technology to Benefit Patients
04/3/2008 - Toronto, Ontario – State-of-the-art x-ray equipment and a new partnership with Toronto East General Hospital are giving Providence Healthcare the diagnostic tools to improve care for its patients and residents.
2007
150th Anniversary Photo
10/25/2007 - Toronto, Ontario – Members of the Providence Healthcare community gathered together to create a giant ’150′ in celebration of the organization’s 150th anniversary this year.
House of Providence Heritage Plaque Unveiled
10/24/2007 - Toronto, Ontario – Heritage Toronto presented a plaque commemorating the foundation of the original House of Providence in 1857 on Power St. in downtown Toronto during a special ceremony at St. Paul’s Basilica.
2006
Toyota Canada Inc. and Providence Healthcare Partner To Promote Recovery and Rehabilitation Through New Motor Skills Clinic
10/24/2006 - Toronto, Ontario – The official opening today of the new Toyota Canada Motor Skills Clinic at Providence Healthcare gives patients requiring rehabilitation a greater chance at regaining their independence and relearning vital skills that they will need once they are discharged from the hospital and return to their home and to the community.
Nine Organizations Transforming Health Care Delivery
10/19/2006 - Toronto, Ontario – Women’s College Hospital and Providence Healthcare newest additions to join SIMS Partnership.
TD Bank Financial Group Invests in Nursing Education at Providence Healthcare
05/1/2006 - Providence Healthcare has received a $250,000 donation from TD Bank Financial Group to establish the TD Academic Fund.
2005
New Vice President, Medical Affairs, at Providence Healthcare
11/4/2005 - Toronto, Ontario – Providence Healthcare has appointed Dr. Peter Nord, M.D., as vice-president, medical affairs and chief of staff for Providence Healthcare.
Caregiver Support Backgrounder
- Research demonstrates the positive impact of caregiver support on the recovery process of loved ones.
Healthy Caregiver Tips
- Toronto, Ontario - Life has become more hectic and stressful in recent years for most of us, but likely no one feels the pressure more than the “sandwich” generation - a term used to describe adults who are caring for aging parents while raising their own families.
2004
Providence Healthcare Responds to Scarborough’s Growing Health Care Needs
11/4/2004 - Toronto, Ontario – Providence Centre – one of Ontario’s largest rehabilitation and complex continuing care facilities – announced the official opening today of its newly renovated 371-bed hospital.
Donor Wall Unveiling at Providence Healthcare
- Toronto, Ontario – A 14-foot donor recognition wall has been under wraps – Christmas gift-wrap, that is – at Providence Healthcare for close to two weeks.
Backgrounder: Support for Caregivers
- Supporting the families of patients, residents and clients is an important part of the philosophy at Providence Healthcare. While the holiday season can bestressful for most people, it can be extremely stressful for caregivers.
Tips for Caregivers During the Holiday Season
- Toronto, Ontario – The holidays are typically stressful at the best of times, but for caregivers the stress of this season can be overwhelming.
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