Winning cash feels great. It feels even better when it helps others in need. That’s the bright idea behind the 2018 edition of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation’s annual lottery calendar, which is on sale now. “We’re giving away more than $15,000 in daily cash prizes in 2018,” says Gordon Fardoe, the Foundation’s executive director, “including two big $1,500 prizes …
Making Lives Better: Kevin Scott
We asked several members of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation Board of Directors why they support Deer Lodge Centre. These are their answers. “Enhancing all that we do…” Kevin Scott Deer Lodge Centre As a representative of Deer Lodge Centre on the Foundation Board, I am impressed with the board members’ desire and commitment to support the patients and residents. …
Making Lives Better: Lisa Lloyd-Scott
We asked several members of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation Board of Directors why they support Deer Lodge Centre. These are their answers. “Part of my community…” Lisa Lloyd-Scott Deer Lodge Centre Growing up and as a young woman, I lived down the street from Deer Lodge Centre, so I saw the centre as part of my community. I have …
Making Lives Better: Belinda Bigold
We asked several members of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation Board of Directors why they support Deer Lodge Centre. These are their answers. “It is the people…” Belinda Bigold High Tea Bakery My connection to Deer Lodge Centre is one built almost entirely of community. It was a part of my life before I really knew anything about it. I …
Making Lives Better: Jeff Rempel
We asked several members of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation Board of Directors why they support Deer Lodge Centre. These are their answers. “Proud to do my part…” Jeff Rempel PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP (Treasurer) I’ve been on the board of directors of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation for almost three years as the Treasurer, and on various committees before that. I …
Making Lives Better: Doug Forbes
We asked several members of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation Board of Directors why they support Deer Lodge Centre. These are their answers. “Passion and dedication…” Doug Forbes Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP (Vice Chair) I was originally asked to join the Foundation board because a friend of mine, who was on the Board already, asked me for some help. I …
Season of thanks
A message from the Chair of the Deer Lodge Centre Foundation Board of Directors I have been involved with Deer Lodge Centre Foundation for nearly a decade. I was scouted by a long-time board member, John Restall, who felt I would benefit from serving in my turn. I can’t thank him enough. Along with the many board members who have …
The Water Beetles: OSI Clinic manager’s debut novel explores the traumas of war
Michael Kaan, manager of the Operational Stress Injuries Clinic at Deer Lodge Centre, has received international critical acclaim for his first novel. The Water Beetles (Goose Lane Editions) tells the story of 12-year-old Chung-Man, who lives a life of luxury with his family in Hong Kong until the Japanese invade in 1941. Written in hauntingly restrained prose, the novel follows …
Volunteers Needed
Deer Lodge Centre is seeking volunteers to help make lives better for our patients and residents. We accept volunteers starting at the age of 13, and provide training for each position. We ask for a minimal commitment of one shift per week for the first three months, unless otherwise stated. POSITIONS AVAILABLE Deer Lodge Auxiliary Help organize fundraisers Once a …
“There’s no try—there’s only DO.”
By Ryan McBride Deer Lodge Centre’s expanded Inpatient Rehabilitation Program is helping one Winnipeg woman regain her independence after losing a leg to an illness. Marita Wilson was transferred to the unit from another facility before Halloween, following what she dryly refers to as “an eventful summer” that included the amputation of her left leg and another surgery to remove …
Circle of strength: Support group offers comfort, hope to dementia caregivers
By Ryan McBride A small group of men and women gather in the small second-floor meeting room at Deer Lodge Centre. They laugh and joke and catch up on the latest goings-on, passing around the snacks and coffee. To all outward appearances, they’re old friends reconnecting after a long time apart. But as they settle into their seats they begin …
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