Auxiliary continues to support Willaura Healthcare
23 October 2017
Over the past 12 months the Willaura Healthcare Auxiliary has purchased numerous items of equipment and contributed $20,000 towards the redevelopment of Parkland House Hostel. At the recent annual meeting, Judy Paterson, Jan Laidlaw and Mandy Heard were returned to their respective roles of president, secretary and treasurer. President Judy Paterson said it had been…
Learn MoreHole-in-one elusive
23 October 2017
For the second consecutive year, a hole-in-one was scored at the Ararat Hospital Charity Golf Day, but the prize of a new car was not to be, with the elusive shot scored on the wrong hole. Sponsored by Kings Cars Ararat, the hole in one on the 18th is keenly contested every year and although…
Learn MoreValuable contribution of doctors recognised
22 October 2017
East Grampians Health Service held its annual Visiting Medical Officers (VMO) dinner to celebrate the valuable contribution of local medical officers in their service to the community. East Grampians Health Service has developed a close partnership with the doctors at the Ararat Medical Centre who provide medical support for the obstetrics, surgical, acute and aged…
Learn MoreAuxiliary funds major equipment
22 October 2017
The East Grampians Health Service Auxiliary has purchased equipment for the health service valued at more than $37,000 over the past 12 months. The announcement was made at the Auxiliary’s annual meeting, at which Viv Burridge was installed as the new president of the EGHS Auxiliary, taking over from long time president Margie Kilpatrick. New…
Learn MorePink Petal morning tea
19 October 2017
October is Australia’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, providing a great opportunity to show support for women and families personally affected by breast cancer. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group will host its ‘Pink Petal’ morning tea. The morning tea event will be held at the Ararat Bowling Club…
Learn MoreAuxiliary continues commitment to aged care residents
19 October 2017
The East Grampians Health Service Aged Care Auxiliary continued its commitment to enhancing the lifestyle of the residents of 70 Lowe Street and Garden View Court over the past year. At the annual general meeting, Libby McCormick was returned as president with new members of the executive elected including vice president Marlene Goudie, secretary Robyn…
Learn MoreHealth service aims for award hat trick
8 October 2017
For the third consecutive year, East Grampians Health Service is a finalist in the Premier’s Health Service of the Year (medium size) for the 2017 Victorian Public Healthcare Awards. East Grampians Health Service has won the major award for the past two consecutive years. This year EGHS is one of three health services, along with…
Learn MorePeter’s Project founder guest at volunteer awards
25 September 2017
East Grampians Health Service will recognise the valuable work of its volunteers in October. EGHS volunteers and anyone interested in learning about volunteering at the health service, are invited to the 13th annual Volunteer Service Recognition Awards on October 13 at Pyrenees House at 10am. “East Grampians Health Service has more than 150 volunteers, who…
Learn MoreCar on offer for a hole-in-one
25 September 2017
Bowlers will join golfers this year in the Ararat Hospital Charity Golf and Bowls Day, with golfers having the opportunity to win a car if they achieve that elusive hole-in-one. In addition to the three person Ambrose event, an open triples bowls event has been added to the charity fundraiser to increase participation. Kings Cars…
Learn MoreCommunity members provide valuable input
24 September 2017
Community members attended a Strategic Planning Forum at East Grampians Health Service to provide feedback to assist the health service plan for the future. Participants ranged from secondary school students through to older members of the community and all provided valuable input. The session was lead by Alison Hallahan, who also facilitated a number of…
Learn MoreKeep Cups reducing disposable cups in landfill
24 September 2017
East Grampians Health Service has introduced ‘Keep Cups’ for staff and community members who regularly use Café Pyrenees, which will see hundreds of disposable cups removed from landfill each week. As part of a move towards a more environmentally sustainable organisation, EGHS will sell two sizes of keep cups from Café Pyrenees, which are reusable.…
Learn MoreResearch support at EGHS
24 September 2017
East Grampians Health Service is committed to delivering high-quality health care and recognises that research is integral in doing so – with this in mind, in late 2015 EGHS became a full partner in Western Alliance. Western Alliance Academic Health Science Centre and Network is a partnership of the major health services across Western Victoria,…
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