‘SOLDIERS’ FUNDRAISE TO ‘SAVE LIVES’ IN ORILLIA VIRUS FIGHT
Mark Clairmont | MuskokaTODAY.com
ORILLIA — Frontline staff at Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) are looking to stock up as the corona fight stretches into an all-out war.
It is more important now than ever before that the hospital has the backing of the community, says a release Wednesday.
“For those of you with the stability and resources to make a proactive difference, please consider giving generously — and soon,” said Mark Riczu, executive director of the OSMH Foundation.
“Early and decisive interventions will save lives.”
He says that in anticipation of the developing pandemic, its foundation has created an “emergency preparedness fund” to help combat the COVID-19 crisis in their community.
“We’re in the midst of a global health emergency,” said Mark Riczu, executive director of the OSMH Foundation. “The best way to prepare for what might come is by equipping our Soldiers — our frontline workers — with the resources they will need to fight this virus.”
Riczu claims one of the main concerns about COVID-19 is that the pandemic will exceed the healthcare system’s capacity to adequately and safely treat patients.
“As a fundraiser, I’m immediately conscious of the fact that Soldiers’ is going to need some extra help at this critical time.”
And “at the same time, the economic impact of the virus is making it even more challenging for our donors to lend a helping hand.”
While the hospital says it needs the support of our community “right now,” Riczu says the foundation has had to make some changes to the events calendar to combat the virus spread, including cancellation of its annual donor appreciation movie event and a planned April speaker series.
“The current situation is ever-evolving, but we feel it is important to postpone and/or cancel some of our events, meetings and tours until further notice,” said Riczu. “We will do our very best to keep the public informed about cancellations, postponements and other opportunities to support the hospital.”
On behalf of the entire Foundation team, Riczu expressed his gratitude to the healthcare professionals who will be tackling this virus head-on.
“Right now, we want to thank Soldiers’ staff for all they do in keeping our community safe and healthy. We will ensure we are doing all we can to support them during this crucial time.”
To make a donation to support Soldiers’ COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness Fund, visit osmhfoundation.ca/donate or contact the foundation office at 705-325-6464.
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