Having additional beds ‘reduces pressure on our emergency department and supports patients in receiving the right care in the right setting,’ says hospital CEO<\/p>\n
NEWS RELEASE
\nSIMCOE NORTH MPP JILL DUNLOP
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\nThe Ontario government continues to build hospital capacity across the province by investing $3,650,000 this year to support 20 hospital beds in Orillia, ensuring people and families have ongoing access to high-quality care, close to home.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis investment in Orillia Soldiers\u2019 Memorial Hospital and Champlain Manor is a clear demonstration of our government\u2019s commitment to strengthening care close to home,\u201d said Jill Dunlop, MPP for Simcoe North.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe 20 existing beds funded through the bedded capacity initiative helps reduce pressure on the hospital and ensures seniors receive the appropriate level of care they deserve. This funding supports a more seamless transition for patients and enhances the overall quality of our local health-care system. I\u2019m proud to stand behind this initiative, which will bring meaningful, lasting benefits to families across our community.\u201d<\/p>\n
This funding is part of Ontario\u2019s investment of over $229 million this year to support the continued operation of over 3,500 acute, post-acute and critical care beds across the province.<\/p>\n
This is another step the government is taking to improve access, expand capacity and decrease wait times at Ontario\u2019s hospitals, building a health-care system that better serves patients both now and into the future.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur government is making historic investments in Ontario\u2019s hospitals to ensure people and families have access to fast and convenient care, where and when they need it,\u201d said Sylvia Jones, deputy premier and minister of health. \u201cThis investment builds on our work to enhance capacity in our hospitals and will provide communities with the beds they need to deliver high-quality health care close to home, for years to come.\u201d<\/p>\n