HOPE IN ACTION

Each year, thousands of QEII patients like Judy Lewis (pictured) receive donor-funded gift cards for essential items like groceries to support them on their healthcare journey.


HOPE IN ACTION

Each year, thousands of QEII patients like Judy Lewis (pictured) receive donor-funded gift cards for essential items like groceries to support them on their healthcare journey.

$113,600

TO SUPPORT PATIENTS DURING THEIR CARE JOURNEY

A kind gesture can change a patient’s outlook during their healthcare journey. That’s why access to comfort and essential items matters as much as advanced medical technology.

Donor support makes this possible through patient grants like the QEII Patient Essentials and Comfort & Care programs, helping QEII care teams enhance the patient experience.

At 62, Judy Lewis graduated from the NSCC Paralegal Services Program and was excited to start her new career. But a colon cancer diagnosis changed everything.

Following emergency surgery at the QEII and anxiously awaiting her prognosis at a followup appointment with her surgeon, Dr. Mark Walsh, a nurse asked Judy about her well-being. Living on her own and without a family doctor or health plan, Judy shared she was stressed. Recognizing Judy’s situation, the nurse provided donor-funded grocery gift cards through the QEII Patient Essentials Fund. That kind gesture was a bright spot and helped Judy purchase nutritional food and supplements.

When faced with adversity, a kind-hearted gesture makes all the difference, helping you feel uplifted at a time of such uncertainty. I left that appointment feeling that my care team was looking out for my well-being. It warmed my heart.

— Judy Lewis, QEII Patient Essentials recipient

WHAT DONORS ARE MAKING POSSIBLE:

Providing 3,583 gift cards last year to patients like Judy, helping them access essential items like gas, groceries, medication and personal care items.

Supporting 58 projects last year through the Comfort & Care program, providing patient and family comfort items across many QEII care areas.

Directly impacting QEII healthcare providers — giving them more resources to support patient care because of generous grants.

Group 3 Created with Sketch.

QEII Health Sciences Centre Foundation

5657 Spring Garden Road
Park Lane Mall, Suite 3005
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 3R4

Phone: 902 334 1546
Toll Free: 1 888 428 0220
Fax: 902 492 8094
Email: [email protected]

Charitable Business No:
88646 3496 RR0001

©2025 QEII Foundation | Privacy Policy

$340,500 TO ENHANCE THE ABBIE J. LANE GYM $2.6 MILLON NET RAISED THROUGH 2024 BMO RIDE FOR CANCER EVENT