MENTAL HEALTH SAFE ROOM PROJECT - 2020
The Chalmers Foundation raised funds towards the creation of a Mental Health Safe Room in the Emergency Department of Horizon Health Network’s Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton (DECRH).
An existing room in the ER will be retrofitted according to provincially defined standards for safety, hygiene, room size and placement, observation elements and privacy. All elements in the room and the attached washroom will be tamper resistant to ensure that nothing can be used as weapons or for self-harm.
The Chalmers Foundation is committed to raising funds to enhance health care in our communities. With your support, individuals experiencing a mental health challenge will have a safe and comfortable space in which to be treated.
GIVING HEARTS: A COVID-19 SUPPORT FUND - 2020
Donations to this fund have been directed to support the needs of Horizon's Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital and Upper River Valley Hospital.
Thanks to your generous donations to Giving Hearts: A COVID-19 Support Fund, we have secured essential equipment and support, such as:
Two Glidescopes, which are used for the intubation of unknown, suspect or confirmed COVID-19 cases;
Two chest compression devices which are an easy-to-use mechanical tool for sudden cardiac arrest patients;
IPads for use by patients isolated in hospital as a way to connect with family and friends;
Complimentary vouchers for hospital staff to use at the DECH Auxiliary's Cafe Shop.
Your contribution has enabled the foundation to have financial flexibility to respond quickly to emerging needs for patients and employees alike. Thank you for coming together to support the needs of YOUR community!
BRIDGING EXCELLENCE : THE CHALMERS CAMPAIGN FOR Surgical and Endoscopic Enhancements - 2019
Thanks to your generous donations throughout 2019, we were able to raise $610,000 during the Bridging Excellence campaign for surgical and endoscopic equipment enhancements at Horizon’s Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital.
With this amazing community support, we will purchase seven new pieces of specialized equipment. This equipment will help a wide range of patients from those with kidney stones, breast cancer, sinus issues, swallowing difficulties, gastrointestinal problems, and those waiting for an MRI to be helped faster and more efficiently.
These state-of-the-art medical tools will enable physicians and clinical staff to reduce wait times, increase levels of service and enhance your patient experience.
Your Chalmers, Your Way - 2018
The Chalmers Foundation supports healthy, caring communities. In 2018, donations were allotted to departments within Horizon’s Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital of the donor’s choice.
The health care professionals on the front lines work very hard on behalf of patients and their families; our role is to provide them the tools and resources they need to do their jobs.
Thank you for giving.
LOVE YOUR LAB - 2017
Our 2017 Love Your Lab fundraising campaign raised $770,000 to improve critical services in the Department of Laboratory Medicine which serves every corner of our health care system, including hospitals, health centres, clinics, the extramural program, and point-of-care testing programs.
The Department is responsible for approximately 4.5 million tests each year in Fredericton and the Upper River Valley areas and provides information for medical decisions related to patient screening, diagnosis, prognosis, and prevention.
CHALMERS CARE FOR KIDS 2015 & 2016
Our Chalmers Care for Kids campaign was our largest campaign to date, raising $2.2-million for the Pediatric Unit. The funds have gone toward completely renovating the unit by modifying outpatient clinic space, refurbishing inpatient rooms, and creating a brand new treatment space for youth admitted with a mental health diagnosis.
Patient Care in the Fast Lane - 2011
Our 'Patient Care in the Fast Lane' campaign raised $550,000 and has allowed us to order 15 new wireless monitors for the emergency room. The previous monitors were 18-years-old and no longer serviced by their vendor. The new monitors will allow patients to move around and go for tests and procedures without being unhooked, so that their vitals can be monitored without interruption.
Your health, Your Heart: Cardiac Diagnostic Unit - 2009/2010
Thanks to our community's generous support, the Chalmers Foundation was able to raise over $1-million dollars to create a new cardiac diagnostic program for our hospital. Several testing units were moved into one upgraded and expanded space to help face the challenge of an increasing number of patients with cardiovascular disease.
This project was completed in January 2012, and is now helping many patients every day.
Capturing the Wonder - 2008
Thanks to your help, the “Capturing the Wonder” campaign reached its goal and will provide the Chalmer’s Maternity unit with a 3D/4D ultrasound.
Our maternity specialist, Dr. Kim Butt says she and the “mothers-to-be” will be looking at live, moving 3 and 4 dimensional images of their unborn baby and, in particular, those that are deemed at risk.
MRI - Focus on Health - 2006 & 2007
$1-million was raised to help purchase a new Magnetic Resonances Imaging (MRI) unit. Our two-year campaign is complete thanks to our caring community and a partnership with the provincial government.
The 5,400 square foot expansion to the diagnostic imaging department at the Regional Hospital cost $5.8-million, which included the new permanent MRI unit. This will make a huge difference in helping patients receive diagnosis and treatment sooner.
The new permanent MRI has a larger magnet, providing faster, better quality images and will also reduce wait times.
Keeping Abreast of Cancer - 2005
This project was a tremendous success raising over $650,000 to purchase a digital mammography unit. The full-field digital mammography helps women who are at risk for breast cancer.
The key to survival is early detection and treatment. The care and compassion demonstrated throughout the campaign has confirmed in the hearts of all, the importance of our commitment to patient care at Horizon’s Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital.
Building Better Bones - 2004
The "Building Better Bones" campaign reached its $360,000 goal to purchase a new bone densitometer and a mobile image intensifier. This equipment is critical - both for the detection of bone loss, and for fixing bones that break. The mobile image intensifier is used for all orthopedic surgeries and provides live images of the area being treated. It is used in the emergency room or on the units as well as in the operating theatres.
Little Kids - Big Needs - 2002 to 2004
The Chalmers Foundation raised $1.2-million for renovations and equipment for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The new unit is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Donald Morgan in recognition of his leadership in establishing the first NICU at Horizon’s Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital and his devotion to improving the care of mothers and babies throughout his career.