Health and Community Services
October 9, 2015
Health Care Investments Benefit Communities
Approximately $820,000 Enhances Health Care in Bonavista South
Residents of Bonavista, as well as patients and staff at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Care Centre and Golden Heights Manor, will benefit from an investment of approximately $820,000 in health care equipment and infrastructure.
“Our government has invested significantly to provide high quality health care programs and services to residents and families. Investments such as those we have made in the Bonavista region ensure that we have an accessible and sustainable health care system across the province. By prioritizing the health and well-being of those who choose to live in Newfoundland and Labrador, we are actively supporting the aims of our government’s Population Growth Strategy.”
- The Honourable Steve Kent, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Community Services
An investment of approximately $170,000 will be used for the purchase of equipment at the Bonavista Health Care Centre, including:
- A new telephone system for the centre;
- Equipment to support treatment for skin conditions;
- A food steamer for the food services division; and
- An auto scrubber for environmental services.
“Communities in Bonavista South welcome this investment in health care services. This funding will ensure continued access to modern equipment and solid infrastructure for employees in these facilities as they continue with the critical work of caring for individuals and families in the region.”
- Glen Little, MHA for the District of Bonavista South
An allocation of $650,000 is being provided at Golden Heights Manor to support the installation of air conditioning throughout the facility to ensure the comfort of residents and staff.
“Eastern Health is committed to providing quality and safe care to our patients, clients and residents and a comfortable working environment for our employees. This Provincial Government announcement of health care investments for the Bonavista area will help us meet this commitment by improving the physical environment of our facilities and enhancing the comfort and care of those we serve.”
- David Diamond, President and Chief Executive Officer, Eastern Health
Budget 2015 invests a total of $133.7 million to ensure residents have access to new and modern health care facilities and equipment. This investment includes approximately $40 million for new health care equipment and $20 million for repair and renovation projects across Newfoundland and Labrador.
QUICK FACTS
- The Provincial Government is investing approximately $820,000 in equipment and infrastructure at the Bonavista Peninsula Health Care Centre and Golden Heights Manor.
- An investment of approximately $170,000 will be used for the purchase of equipment at the Bonavista Health Care Centre, including a new telephone system; equipment for treatment of skin conditions; a food steamer; and an auto scrubber.
- An allocation of $650,000 is being provided at Golden Heights Manor to support the installation of air conditioning throughout the facility.
- Budget 2015 invests approximately $40 million for new health care equipment and $20 million for repair and renovation projects across Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Media contacts:
| Tina Williams Director of Communications Department of Health and Community Services 709-729-1377, 728-2837 tinawilliams@gov.nl.ca |
Stephen Chard Constituency Assistant to Glen Little MHA for Bonavista South 709-468-2132/1-800-600-4875 stephenchard@gov.nl.ca |
| Tracey Boland Media Relations Manager Eastern Health 709-777-1412 TraceyL.Boland@easternhealth.ca |
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