Community Engagement Session
April 16, 2025
Huron
Health System (HHS), a partnership between Alexandra Marine and General Hospital in
Goderich and South Huron Hospital in Exeter, is hosting a community engagement
session on June 4, 2025, at the Bayfield Community Centre, from 6:15 p.m. to
8:15 p.m. This session is part of their master planning process, which
focuses on the development of healthcare services and potentially a new
hospital to meet the communities’ evolving healthcare needs.
This
session marks a significant milestone in HHS’s redevelopment efforts,
reaffirming their commitment to delivering essential care. Phase one of the
three-phase master planning process focuses on early planning, involving
patients, caregivers, staff, and communities.
"Initiating
the planning process now is crucial for meeting the evolving healthcare needs
of our communities," said Jimmy Trieu, President and CEO at Huron Health System.
"This initial engagement session will ensure that essential healthcare services
are available locally and regionally, reducing the necessity for our residents
to travel long distances for care. It's an investment in our health, our
families, and our future, making sure that everyone in our community has access
to quality healthcare right where they live."
The
session will include an overview of master planning, providing insights into
the strategic vision. Participants will engage in discussions to identify
community healthcare needs and pinpoint key priorities. Transparency and
ongoing engagement will remain vital throughout this phase, ensuring alignment
and collaboration from all involved parties.
"Our
community members are at the very core of our mission," added Glen McNeil,
Chair of the Board of Directors at Huron Health System. "By planning for
the future, we ensure that every patient who steps into our hospital receives
compassionate, high-quality care that stands the test of time and serves future
generations. This is a community endeavor, designed with input from local
voices to meet our collective needs."
You
are invited to share your insights in the roundtable discussion and help shape
the future of care. For
questions, comments, or to RSVP, please email: masterplanning@amgh.ca