Westmead Hospital Foundation in Sydney, Australia | Non-profit organisation

Westmead Hospital Foundation

Locality: Sydney, Australia

Phone: +61 1800 639 037

Address: Cnr Hawkesbury Road & Darcy Road, Westmead NSW 2145 Sydney, NSW, Australia

Website: http://westmeadhf.org.au

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25.01.2022 After their shift, midwives, doctors, clinicians and the nurse manager of the Women's & Newborn Health unit at Westmead Hospital walked, ran, and cycled through Parramatta Park last week in the Coleman Greig Challenge: Corporate for Community virtual event. Go Team Westmead! Westmead Hospital Foundation is thrilled to be a part of Western Sydney's largest charity event for children with special needs and newborn care at Westmead Hospital. This year Westmead Hospital Foundatio...n is raising funds for a new mobile Bili soft blanket to treat babies with jaundice. We’re so grateful for the support of all the corporate sponsors, and this year, we’re excited to have InnoWell join us and sponsor Team Westmead. To find out more about Innowell, visit www.innowell.org To donate to Team Westmead visit https://bit.ly/3kWVMaq #CGChallenge #CGVirtualChallenge #runridewalk #corporateforcommunity https://www.wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au//C/Women-s-Health-Ward

22.01.2022 HAPPY INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY! Thank you to all of the nurses at Westmead Hospital, for all of their hard work and for keeping us safe. We are so grateful for you. #IND2021

16.01.2022 WHAT WE'VE DONE WEDNESDAY Today marks Remembrance Day. Each year on November 11 at 11am, we pause for 1 minute to acknowledge those who served, and continue to serve. WWI started in July 1914 and troops returning, formed the RSL (Returned and Services League of Australia) in June 1916 which share a common history, a common purpose and a common place in the hearts and minds of Australians. Clubs were created in communities across Australia with the purpose of preserving the sp...irit of mateship formed amidst the carnage and horror of battle, to honour the memory of the fallen and to help each other whenever required. Throughout the years, RSL Clubs have significantly improved and expanded their facilities and services for the benefit of the whole community. Westmead Hospital Foundation are grateful for the support that we receive from RSL Clubs and the community. Through sponsorships and generous donations from Castle Hill RSL, Blacktown RSL Club Ltd, Granville RSL Club, Merrylands RSL Club, Parramatta Leagues Club, Rootyhill RSL, Smithfield RSL, St Marys Rugby League Club, we have been able to make a difference at Westmead Hospital with new equipment. For over 20 years, Seven Hills RSL Club have generously donated nearly $20,000 through sponsorship at events to the humble coin box that still remains on the premise today. We are so grateful for the generosity we receive from RSL Clubs who support Westmead Hospital and the wider community. #WWDW #WhatWeveDoneWednesday #RSLClubs #1MS

14.01.2022 A huge THANK YOU to Dave and the team from Fremont for making and installing the sponsor wall in the Westmead Hospital Foundation Rest Centre. The sponsor wall acknowledges the generous supporters who contributed to the Rest Centre in response to COVID-19. Thank you to all of our corporate supporters Nouva, King Living Australia, Castle Hill RSL, Good360 Australia, Interior Construction Group, Parramatta Chamber of Commerce, POP on the Rocks, Sealy Australia, Whisper Living, Alese Watson Photography, Salpi Markarian, Mobile Framing, The Good Guys, Harvey Norman, Greenstone Financial Services, OZ Design Furniture, Andrew Gregory Photography, Computer Werx, Club Parramatta, we are so grateful for your gifts and donations and can't wait to show you the final product. Watch this space!

12.01.2022 Did you know, every year in Australia over 33,000 experience an out of hospital cardiac arrest? Of these people, less than nine percent survive. This tax time, we're supporting Westmead Hospitals Emergency Department to purchase additional equipment to ensure healthcare staff are well versed when attending to a patient experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest.... To find out more or to donate today, head to www.westmeadhf.org.au/emergency #taxappeal #donate

12.01.2022 This year Westmead Hospital Foundation welcomed new participants to the Coleman Greig Virtual Challenge - Hospital in the Home and the Finance team at Westmead Hospital. The Hospital in the Home team walked and ran through Parramatta Park, and held a bake sale and raised $237! During Challenge week, Glen from Finance clocked up an impressive 111,225 steps! An outstanding effort from everyone involved. To donate to Team Westmead visit https://bit.ly/3kWVMaq... Westmead Hospital Foundation is so grateful for the support of InnoWell and all the corporate sponsors of this year's Coleman Greig Challenge: Corporate for Community Challenge. #runridewalk #corporateforcommunity #hospitalinthehome

12.01.2022 IT'S STARTING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS!!! Everyone agrees, it's has been a long hard year and especially challenging for our healthcare staff and patients at Westmead Hospital. In an effort to bring joy and happiness to Westmead Hospital, Westmead Hospital Foundation has installed a 12-foot Christmas tree in the main entrance of Westmead Hospital. A massive THANK YOU goes to all the wonderful people who made this project possible, specifically: The Christmas Tree Company; Westmead Hospital Foundation Board; Rebecca Tyson, General Manager Westmead and Auburn Hospitals; and Renata Melan, Director Corporate Services and our major sponsor - Australian award-winning furniture company, Kinglivingfurniture.

12.01.2022 WHAT WE'VE DONE WEDNESDAY Baxter International Inc. has supported the Foundation since 1992 and in that time, have generously donated over $300,000. For many years, their support has enabled the Foundation to carry out fundraising events, provide equipment to Westmead Hospital and in 2013, Baxter Healthcare assisted in the development of the Mootang Tarimi Program.... Mootang Tarimi (meaning ‘living longer’ in Darug language) is a screening van outreach service for Aboriginal people 16 years and over and is part of the Chronic Care for Aboriginal People program which is a State initiative. The van serviced the community within the Western Sydney Local Health District and today, still exists and services the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health Districts. In 2006, and on Baxter Healthcare’s 75th anniversary, the Foundation and Baxter’s launched its ‘Making a Meaningful Difference’ fund. The Fund enabled the Foundation to fund wishes of both patients at staff at Westmead Hospital. This included medical equipment to assist in the care of patients or requests that did not fit within the parameters of essential hospital needs. In 2007, the fund provided four LCD flatscreens to the Palliative Care Unit that were wired to individual nurse call bells and benefited everyone. With four patients in one ward, the donation of the flatscreens provided some peace between patients and families that visited, creating a less stressful environment for hospital staff who often ensured patients were comfortable. Thank you Baxter Healthcare, for making a big difference to the healthcare at Westmead Hospital. #WWDW #WhatWeveDoneWednesday #BaxterHealthcare

11.01.2022 WHAT WE'VE DONE WEDNESDAY It may be a petrol head's dream, and for over ten years, the annual car event that was organised by the community group ‘Cruzin For A Cure’ also had a serious purpose. Before he died of a brain tumour in 2004, Peter Moore told friends and family about his dream of organising a cruise by car clubs to raise funds for Westmead, where he had received wonderful treatment and care.... The event set up later that year to honour his wish, ‘Cruzin for a Cure’, attracted more than 100 Mustangs, Corvettes and V8s. The lead car was always the 1968 Mustang which Pete built from a shell and finally got to drive in 2003. The events raised more than $80,000 for brain tumour-related research and equipment at Westmead. Thanks to this fundraising initiative and the muscle car fanatics, the Foundation was able to purchase a CUSA (Cavitron Ultrasonic Aspirator) machine, which is used to break up and aspirate (suck away) abnormal tissue during surgery. We are so grateful for the support of the community. If you would like to help or to learn more, contact us at [email protected] #WhatWeveDoneWednesday #WWDW #CruzinForACure

11.01.2022 2020 has been particularly difficult for everyone in one way or another and through it all, Coleman Greig Lawyershave been there to support the Foundation in making a difference to the patients and staff at Westmead Hospital. Earlier this year, Coleman Greig Lawyers held their annual Coleman Greig Challenge: Corporate for Community as a virtual event, raising money for the smallest and most vulnerable additions to our community the babies being treated in the Neonatal Inten...sive Care Unit at Westmead Hospital. Amazingly, this generous company are continuing to support the Foundation with a very special Christmas gift. Each staff member working for Coleman Greig were given the opportunity of receiving a gift card for themselves, or donating that amount to the Foundation. For every donation made Coleman Greig matched their contribution. A huge thank you to Coleman Greig Lawyers, for their unwavering support and for donating their gifts for a great cause. To end what has been a tough year for all, over $3,000 has been donated through this heartfelt initiative. Thank you to each and every staff member at Coleman Greig Lawyers. We are so grateful for your support and wish you and your loved ones, a safe and festive holiday season.

08.01.2022 There's only one day left to take part of the Virtual Coleman Greig Challenge: Corporate for Community. Join Cassandra and run, walk, ride, skip or scooter your way around at your own pace. Cassandra walked and rode her scooter for the Challenge and "she was so happy she was helping other kids while doing the activities that she loves at the same time", her mum, Aysa explained to us. At only 5 years age, Cassandra has raised over $300 in just 2 days and she's still going! ... This year, we're raising funds for a new BiliSoft blanket for babies born with jaundice. Don't forget to spread the word and if you are able, donate to this wonderful cause. If you're participating, don't forget to snap a selfie and tag us! Contact us to register today. Donations are open till the end of the month. To donate, visit www.cgchallenge.com.au #CGChallenge #CGVirtualChallenge #runridewalk #corporateforcommunity

05.01.2022 From all the staff at Westmead Hospital Foundation, thank you for all of your support. Wising you and your loved ones a safe and festive holiday season.

05.01.2022 WHAT WE'VE DONE WEDNESDAY A Night with the Stars was the Foundation's premier fundraising event in the early 2000’s. Raising awareness and funds for Westmead Hospital and the Western Sydney community, over the years the event attracted big name singers, actors and hosts such as Tim Campbell, Grant Denyer, Jessica Mauboy and Jessica Rowe to name a few. In addition to live entertainment from celebrities such as singer Anthony Callea and comedian Bob Downe, who could forget Tony... Abbott and Bronwyn Bishop singing and dancing their way across the stage at The Convention Centre in Sydney. Sponsors such as Alex Perry, Collette Dinnigan, Pandora and Captain Cook Cruises all generously donated prizes to raise money to support the most vulnerable in our society. A Night with the Stars raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for research and equipment at Westmead Hospital. Time for revival of the event? You let us know and share your photos and memories of the event, we would love to hear from you. #WhatWeveDoneWednesday #WWDW #anightwiththestars #timcampbell #grantdenyer #jessicamauboy #jessicarowe #anthonycallea #tonyabbott #bronwynbishop #alexperry #collettedinnigan #pandora #captaincookcruises

04.01.2022 As COVID-19 continues to make headlines around the world, and we keep up-to-date on hot spots, the pandemic that has swept our nation from March this year is still affecting families and entire communities. Teresa knows all too well how this feels, as unfortunately, her family all tested positive for COVID-19. Being in and out of hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic, Teresa and her family have seen the challenging situations healthcare staff are faced with, on a daily basis.... After receiving care at Westmead Hospital, Teresa wanted to give back and so she collected money to donate to the COVID-19 ward at Westmead Hospital. In just six days, she raised over $13,000 for Westmead Hospital's COVID-19 ward. Teresa is grateful for the support she received from her community and said, Thank you to you all, for your kind hearts and making my wish come true. I am so proud of you all. To read more about how Teresa raised money and to find out what we've been up to, visit https://bit.ly/34vWh4m

02.01.2022 Today is the day! The Coleman Greig Challenge: Corporate for Community launches for the week long event. We’re so grateful to be part of the annual event and this year, we’re raising money for a Bili Soft blanket that treats jaundice in babies. This year we're going virtual! Just walk, run or ride at any location you choose. We’re so grateful for the support from all of the corporate sponsors, and this year, we’re excited to have InnoWell join us and sponsor a team at Westmea...d Hospital. Innowell provides a digital platform to improve mental health using an interactive assessment and streamlining access to the right care, when and where its needed. When asked why Innowell decided to come on board, their CEO, Greg Procter, said There is clear evidence that being physically active can help improve mental wellbeing. At Innowell, we’re passionate about improving the mental health of all Australians. We’re proud to support an event that promotes both physical and mental activity. Thank you Innowell, for joining us this year and supporting the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Westmead Hospital. To find out more about Innowell, visit www.innowell.org To make a donations, visit www.cgchallenge.com.au #CGChallenge #CGVirtualChallenge #runridewalk #corporateforcommunity