St. John's Rehab Foundation - Community Message

To Our Valued Supporters:In June 2011, the Boards of Directors of St. John’s Rehab Hospital and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre announced that they have begun exploring the possibility of developing a closer relationship. On July 18, the two hospitals announced they had reached an agreement on a memorandum of understanding that would see the two organizations merge voluntarily to become a comprehensive health care provider.

This could be an exciting opportunity for both hospitals. A more integrated approach to patient care may lead to a quicker, smoother transition from acute care to rehabilitation and recovery. A closer partnership would also allow the two hospitals to leverage their resources and expertise to build stronger and more comprehensive research and education programs. Ultimately, a closer relationship has great potential to lead to improved patient outcomes.

St. John’s Rehab’s ongoing funding needs will not be diminished by a possible merger. In fact, Canada’s rapidly aging population and a greater awareness of the realities of complex continuing illnesses have made rehabilitative care an increasingly important part of Ontario’s health care system.

To maintain a high level of rehabilitative care, St. John’s Rehab Foundation will continue to rely on the generosity of supporters like you to fund rehabilitation patient equipment, redevelopment projects at the St. John’s Rehab Hospital campus, rehabilitation staff education, and rehabilitation research. Our generous supporters can be assured that your gifts will be directed to their intended funds and all donor agreements will be honoured. Your previous and continuing support will continue to help rebuild people’s lives.

Please note that at this time, there are no plans for St. John’s Rehab Foundation to merge with the Sunnybrook Foundation.

Further information will be communicated to the St. John’s Rehab community as it becomes available. We invite you to visit the hospital’s website for updates, and to contact the Foundation at 416-224-6945 if you have questions or concerns.

As a valued supporter, you will continue to play a vital role in rebuilding people’s lives. We ask you for your patience, understanding, and continued support throughout this process.

Thank you.