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Random Acts Of Kindness – May 5th to 11th

2013-03-12T00:34:46-07:00

GALIANO HEALTH CARE SOCIETY

PRESS RELEASE

Date: March 11, 2013

Re: Random Acts of Kindness Week on Galiano Island

The GHCS mental health committee is organizing Random Acts of Kindness Week May 5-11 in recognition of Mental Health Week 2013.

Acts of kindness are a special sort of good manners; those of looking outside yourself, and having empathy towards and awareness of the experiences of those around you.   Life is full of stress. At work, at school, in traffic, at the grocery store, we regularly bump up against the sharp edges of someone who is angry and hurt; and often our day is darkened as we absorb some of their frustration, even bring it home at the end of the day and let it affect our relationships with family and friends.

Sometimes we forget that the reverse is just as true; a friendly smile from a stranger, a cheerful phone call from a friend, a compliment from a workmate, or a small unexpected gift [Read More…]

Random Acts Of Kindness – May 5th to 11th2013-03-12T00:34:46-07:00

Variety Show – April 12th & 13th

2013-03-11T21:57:10-07:00

Galiano Variety Show 2013 – Radio Galiano International, By Sylvie Beauregard

The Galiano Variety Show is back for its third year and this year we are mounting a mock radio show, sort of in the vein of the “Prairie Home Companion”, staged with a live audience and mock simultaneous broadcast around the world via the not so Serious Satellite. Join us in the audience for the live taping of Radio Galiano International.  The evening is sure to entertain you with sketches, traffic reports, local news, mock interviews, and music and commercials, as well as interviews with some interesting global characters like Silvio Berlusconi and Benedict 16th’s butler. All entertainers are from our own little island with an important contribution from CBC.

This is our most popular annual fundraising event and an important source of funding for health care on Galiano.

Let’s see you all at the South Hall on April 12th [Read More…]

Variety Show – April 12th & 13th2013-03-11T21:57:10-07:00

Aging in Place – Community Conversation – March 16th

2013-03-07T18:47:55-08:00

Join us to engage in dialogue about aging on Galiano Island. Let’s talk about challenges and opportunities. Discuss resources available, reflect on resources needed, and contribute to planning that will impact our community in the years to come.

It’s an opportunity for islanders to gather and talk about ‘Aging in Place’. Questions we’ll be considering:

  • what are the important issues that we can talk about now?
  • what are the questions we can ask and perhaps answer now? ‘
  • what is the future we can create for seniors on Galiano?
  • What happens to our community when statistics show us that 60% of the residents are over 55 years of age?
  • What will Galiano be like in 20 years?

Please consider joining the gathering of folks on Saturday March 16 at the south community hall… come at 10:o0 for coffee, join in the café conversations, stay for lunch and plan for our communities next steps.For more information contact Nancy at galianosharp@gmail.com . [Read More…]

Aging in Place – Community Conversation – March 16th2013-03-07T18:47:55-08:00

AGM – April 27th 2013

2013-02-07T18:52:54-08:00

The Galiano Health Care Society extends an invitation to Galiano residents to attend our Annual General Meeting on Saturday April 27th from 1-3pm at the South Community Hall. Join us to hear the latest news on doctor recruitment, island services, and plans for the coming year. Following the business meeting we will open the floor for discussion about a possible referendum later in 2013 that will allow us to seek support for  a new funding strategy. Contact Linda at the Clinic if you have questions. Hope to see you there!

AGM – April 27th 20132013-02-07T18:52:54-08:00

Dance for the health of it! A benefit for the Galiano Health Care Society.

2012-07-19T13:40:45-07:00

Come to the South Hall on July 28th to dance to the music of Diona Davies and her local band. This is a licenced event with BBQ. You will get a chance to go on stage and sing a song with the band and you can make your special request for a few dollars. Diona will entertain us with music from around the world and there will be local singers performing their own songs. Come to swing with us to a different beat!

Dance for the health of it! A benefit for the Galiano Health Care Society.2012-07-19T13:40:45-07:00

WINE FESTIVAL AUGUST 11, 2012- NB. No Minors or Pets Allowed Onsite

2012-06-08T18:21:52-07:00

New liquor regulations are in effect in BC that require:

1) The Wine Festival is an adult only event; no minors can be on site

2) Fines of $230 for any liquor taken off site and for being intoxicated in a public place

3) Intoxicated patrons cannot be on roadways nor on site. Free shuttle will be available

4) Information booth on site to assist you in having a safe and enjoyable festival experience

5) We are working with the RCMP to ensure we are in compliance, but the Festival’s flavour remains the same

Also note that animals/pets are not permitted onsite at the festival.

WINE FESTIVAL AUGUST 11, 2012- NB. No Minors or Pets Allowed Onsite2012-06-08T18:21:52-07:00

2012 -2ND ANNUAL VARIETY SHOW FUNDRAISER FOR HEALTH CARE

2012-03-21T19:26:05-07:00

Don’t miss our second annual fundraiser “Galiano’s Got Talent- Keep The Health Care Ship Afloat”.

Saturday April 14th Doors at 6 PM Show time at 7:30 PM. Come have a pre-show drink and food. License event. PG 14

Sunday April 15th Doors at 12 noon, show time at 1 PM. Refreshment (non-alcoholic) and food. Families welcome. Free childcare both days.

A rendez-vous with laughter and community support.

The GHCS kindly thanks Shelley Gruendler for her wonderful artwork.

2012 -2ND ANNUAL VARIETY SHOW FUNDRAISER FOR HEALTH CARE2012-03-21T19:26:05-07:00

and now for the waterworks…

2012-02-23T23:09:10-08:00

Due to your generous donations in 2011; we have been able to replace the carpet for quality linoleum. We have also painted the whole clinic which gives the space a fresh new look. These renovations were really necessary as the carpet was a carrier of germs and made it difficult to clean to the current health standard.

This year we are raising money to complete the building renovations and we will focus on the waterworks as well as making sure our equipment is up to date and able to handle any major community emergency such as an earthquake or forest fire.

  • $1000 – hot water tank replacement
  • $1650 – outside siding cleanup and minor painting
  • $9000 – plumbing fixtures, vanities and sinks (to meet contagion prevention standard)
  • $1000 – low-flush toilets
  • $2000 – electronic office equipment (per year for several years, after that a lower amount)
  • $1000 – larger diesel generator fuel tank
  • $1000 – wiring up the emergency [Read More…]
and now for the waterworks…2012-02-23T23:09:10-08:00

Finding a Doctor For Galiano…Time to throw in the Towel?

2011-12-13T04:52:51-08:00

Finding a Doctor For Galiano…Time to Throw in the Towel?

In her article, “Health on Galiano”, Jean Krebs has offered some interesting thoughts on our need to “think outside the box” in finding a way to meet the health care needs of Galiano residents.  I first want to thank Jean for taking the time to write this thought-provoking article.  I certainly don’t think that the GHCS board as a group or I as an individual “have all the answers” and welcome others to join the conversation on where we can go from here.

Jean’s main point is that our attempts to find a full-time physician for Galiano may be futile, given the shortages that exist and the limitations of island life for a physician, of which she lists eight.  She raises concerns about what will happen if we lose our locum coverage, and offers five suggestions as to alternative methods [Read More…]

Finding a Doctor For Galiano…Time to throw in the Towel?2011-12-13T04:52:51-08:00

GANNER DRIVE POLAR BURRRR SWIM-JAN.1ST, 2012

2011-12-11T22:26:09-08:00

NEWS FLASH…NEW YEAR’S DAY EVENT

GANNER DRIVE POLAR BURRR SWIM

At Azure Beach access 27, Ganner Drive

Fundraising for Galiano Health Care Society

Please come out on JANUARY 1ST, 2012  at 12 NOON SHARP and support the swimmers, or take a New Years Day dip, or better yet, sign a pledge form for the brave folks who will be tasking a dip for Health Care on Galiano.  Pledge forms can be picked up at the Galiano Health Care Centre front desk if you want  to  participate, and for more information please contact swim organizer Ken Kucille at 250-539-3404 or board member Sylvie Beauregard 250-539-3077 for details

THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING HEALTH CARE ON GALIANO ISLAND

 

GANNER DRIVE POLAR BURRRR SWIM-JAN.1ST, 20122011-12-11T22:26:09-08:00

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