Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary delivers $77,000 wishlist The Mona Vale Hospital Auxiliary has
the fabric of our hospital for more than 60 years, and its members continue to make an incredibly valuable contribution,” Renae said. “The equipment and resources provided through the wishlist program make a real difference to our patients, their families and our staff. “We are extremely grateful to every auxiliary member, volunteer and community member who has supported their fundraising efforts.” The auxiliary is now raising approximately $30,000 to purchase an ultrasound machine for the Spasticity Clinic, which would provide clinicians with an additional tool to support the assessment and treatment of patients attending the service. Auxiliary members recently gathered at Mona Vale Hospital for their annual general meeting, providing an opportunity to reflect on another successful year of fundraising and plan for the year ahead. Through community stalls and other fundraising activities, the auxiliary continues to demonstrate the important role local volunteers play in supporting patient care at Mona Vale Hospital.
continued its longstanding support of the hospital, contributing more than $77,000 in equipment, furniture and resources through its annual wishlist program over the last financial year. The auxiliary has been part of the hospital since it first opened in 1964, raising funds within the local community to support patients, staff and services. Each year, hospital departments identify wishlist items that can enhance patient care and experience. This year’s contributions have included new indoor and outdoor furniture for the Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit and Beachside Rehabilitation Unit, an amputee wheelchair and a MOTOmed movement therapy device, a motor-assisted cycling machine used for rehabilitation, for the physiotherapy gym. Mona Vale Hospital General Manager Renae McCarthy thanked auxiliary members for their continued commitment to the hospital and the Northern Beaches community. “The incredible auxiliary has been part of
Smiles were aplenty at the Mona Vale Hospital’s Auxiliary General Meeting, with NSLHD Board Member Adam Johnston AM in attendance
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