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Campbell River Hospital Foundation’s ‘Because You Care’ Lottery

Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 7:04 AM

By Meg Poulsen

The Campbell River Hospital Foundation’s ‘Because You Care’ Lottery gets underway today. It’s your chance to win one of 3 grand prizes, including $20 thousand dollars in cash.

The Campbell River Hospital Foundation’s ‘Because You Care’ Lottery gets underway today. It’s your chance to win one of 3 grand prizes, including $20 thousand dollars in cash.

The other prizes are 2 return trip tickets anywhere that WestJet flies along with $1000 dollars in travel Gift Certificates, 2 nights at Tofino’s Crystal Cove Beach Resort plus a $1000 dollar cash prize and there's also a 50/50 jackpot.

Currently, the Campbell River Hospital Foundation serves 32 communities of North Vancouver Island and the North Coast, approximately 57,000 patients. With a growing and aging population, the hospital is the first point of referral for specialized care.

During moments of crisis, substantial travel time daily combines with finding appropriate accommodation near the hospital, can contribute to increased emotional and economic stress.

Just Like Home will be a home-away-from-home, where loved ones can support each other and bond with others through shared experience together in their time of need.

This beautiful lodge with all the comforts of home will feature:

10 separate sleeping rooms and washrooms

A comfortable communal living space

A large modern shared kitchen

Guest laundry facilities

“Having a place for patients and loved ones to stay provides a supportive environment while patients receive the medical care they need.” Dr. Farquhar – Chief of Surgery, Campbell River Hospital

HEAL FASTER

Evidence supports claims that patients heal faster and more effectively when their loved ones are nearby to support them.

STAY TOGETHER

Loved ones are able to provide patients with much needed support when staying together

BOND WITH OTHERS

Caregivers that share experiences and bond with others, while supporting their loved ones also benefit from personal support systems and relationships that can last a lifetime.

REDUCE TRAVEL NEEDS AND COSTS

Daily travel needs and associated costs experienced by patients and their loved ones seeking medical care at the Campbell River Hospital can be significantly reduced.

For tickets and more information, go to https://becauseyoucarelottery.com/

 

 

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