Four Counties Health Services Foundation

03/02/2026

Thank you to everyone who registered for this years fundraiser bonspiel for Four Counties Health Services Foundation

We will be in touch with all teams shortly with their schedules and stay tuned for us to announce our donors and sponsors to this great cause.

02/27/2026

A new month, a little luck, and a lot to win! 🍀
The March Split The Pot draw is officially live.

💰 $500,000 Guaranteed Jackpot
🐦 $90,000 in Early Bird cash to 3003 winners
🎟️ Best value pack: 600 tickets for $100

☘️ Don’t rely on luck alone — grab your tickets early!
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02/26/2026

THANK YOU to the Sydenham Antique Club for its generous donation of $4,000 to fund one of four new IV pumps currently required at FCHS.
The rapid advancement of technology and the rise in hospital visits increases the need to replace important equipment such as this. FCHS Foundation is grateful to groups like the Antique Club and other organizations & individuals who support quality care, close to home.
Foundation Vice Chair Scott Gawley (l) is pictured with members of the club, from left to right: William Gray, Ann Gray, Tim Charron, Laurie Charron, and Tyler Gray. We appreciate your support!

02/26/2026

For twenty years, Michelle P. walked the halls of Waterloo Regional Health Network Foundation not as a visitor, but as a caregiver—dedicated to the same place that would later cradle her father through his cancer treatment. So when she bought her Split the Pot Lottery ticket, she wasn't thinking about the $323,319 windfall that would arrive on November 27, 2025. She was simply giving back to the institution that had given her family so much.

"This was a great way to support the hospital," she reflected, still marveling at how a simple act of gratitude transformed into a life-changing moment. "It's so nice to win a prize like this while supporting such a great cause." Michelle's story reminds us that when you play to heal, everybody wins—especially the patients who will benefit from your next ticket.

https://bit.ly/4aDkeKF

02/25/2026

Kindness is Healthcare. 💖

Today, the MHA team is wearing pink for . At the MHA, we believe that equity and health are inseparable. Bullying and discrimination create barriers to wellness, and as healthcare providers, it is our responsibility to tear those barriers down!

By wearing pink, we are reaffirming our commitment to a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment for our staff and the patients we serve. Happy Pink Shirt Day! Let us know if you wore pink today in the comments 👇

02/25/2026

FCHS Foundation appreciates the FCHS Spiritual Care Committee for their collaboration to host this meaningful service.
Special thanks to Glencoe Presbyterian Church for sharing their beautiful sanctuary and hall for the occasion, and thank you to those who attended in memory of their loved one.

This past Sunday, we gathered at Glencoe Presbyterian Church for the FCHS Memorial Service — a meaningful time to honour those who passed away at FCHS over the past year, and those remembered through memorial donations made in their name to the Foundation.

We are deeply grateful to the families, friends, staff, volunteers, and community members who joined us in reflection and remembrance.

Thank you to everyone involved in organizing such a beautiful and heartfelt service. 💙

02/24/2026

A reminder that YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS!

FCHS Foundation raises funds for Four Counties Health Services hospital, exclusively. Your donations support ALL patient medical equipment needs costing over $3,000, which as you can imagine, is just about every piece of equipment in the hospital... not just the "nice-to-haves".

Many people do not realize that patient equipment is NOT FUNDED by the provincial government.
We appreciate the continued generosity of our community.

For more information or to donate online, please visit:
https://fchsfoundation.ca/
In person visits are also appreciated at the Foundation office,
1794 Concession Drive, Newbury
Mon - Thurs, 9 am - 3:30 pm

⭐️ Hospital Funding ⭐️

A hospital’s operating expenses– for example staff salaries, medications, supplies etc – are mostly and generally funded by the provincial government.

CAPITAL expenses on the other hand are not - those expenses related to medical/patient care equipment (ie. replacement of aging equipment and new technology innovation) and physical infrastructure ie. the SMGH's new MRI and the renovations the hospital requires to house it.

This is where hospital Foundations come in. Hospital Foundations are organizations that are dedicated to raising the funds needed to facilitate those critical capital purchases that are not covered by the government.

Because the MHA has two incredible hospitals, we also have two incredible hospital foundations – the Four Counties Health Services Foundation and the Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital Foundation. Each is focused on raising funds for the specific needs of the hospital they serve, and we are so grateful for their tireless work and dedication. 🙏🏼

To learn more about our foundations, click here: https://mhalliance.on.ca/donate/

02/24/2026

📚 FCHS 24hr Used Bookstore is looking for donations of NOVELS. The bookstore is appreciative of any books in good condition and at this time has a particular need for works of fiction.

Simply drop off in the Bookstore located next to the Emergency Department, near Waiting Room 2. A volunteer will sort them.
For large donations, please contact Four Counties Health Services Foundation 519-784-4274.

PROCEEDS FROM BOOK SALES SUPPORT MEDICAL EQUIPMENT PURCHASES AT FOUR COUNTIES HOSPITAL! Thank you!📚

02/23/2026

02/23/2026

Last week, representatives from FCHS and FCHS Foundation had the pleasure of presenting to the Melbourne Odd Fellows, Lodge #344.

During the slideshow, the work of the hospital and foundation was highlighted, as well as the need for community support to keep our hospital well-equipped.

The Odd Fellows donated $7,000 toward a Vital Signs Monitor for FCHS. We appreciate Lodge 344's support of Care Close To Home!

Special thanks to Richard Hathaway for putting together this comprehensive article. Please take the time to read about the heartbeat of the Four Counties, FCHS hospital, and how Your Support Matters.

If your group would like to learn more about the services at FCHS, we would be happy to do a slideshow presentation at your convenience.
Contact jackie.beatty@mha.tvh.ca or 519-784-4274 for more information.

02/21/2026

Happy ! 💙

This month, as we celebrate Recreation Therapy Month, we’re shining a light on the Adult Day Program offered at FCHS.

Our Adult Day Program provides a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for older adults and individuals living with physical or cognitive challenges. Through meaningful recreation, social connection, and therapeutic activities, participants build confidence, maintain independence, and enjoy a sense of belonging — all while giving caregivers valuable respite.

From group exercises and creative activities to games, music, and social time, our ADP team designs each day with purpose and care to support overall well-being — physically, mentally, and socially.

We’re proud to recognize the incredible impact of Recreation Therapy and the dedicated team members who make programs like this possible across our communities. 💛

Learn more in the flyer below and contact us to register or refer someone to the program.

02/20/2026

THANK YOU to SWM's Celebrate Community Committee for their recent donation to FCHS Foundation!

The CCC Community Cans are placed in businesses throughout Southwest Middlesex, collecting for local causes. Each month supports another community organization.

FCHS Foundation receives the benefit of November’s cans. We appreciate all those who have contributed to this effort.

🙌 Your change adds up…
YOU make a difference! 👏👏👏

Pictured receiving the donation from CCC Chair Christina Bertrand (r) is FCHS Foundation Fundraising Coordinator Jackie Beatty (l).