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		<title>Tim Horton&#8217;s Smile Cookie April 27th-May 3rd 2026</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:06:20 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>From April 27th – May 3rd, enjoy a sweet treat while supporting local healthcare! When you purchase a Smile Cookie from any of the three Smiths Falls Tim Hortons locations, 100% of proceeds go directly to the Perth &#38; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation. Last year, our incredible community raised $32,867.09 let’s do it again [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/tim-hortons-smile-cookie-april-27th-may-3rd-2026/">Tim Horton&#8217;s Smile Cookie April 27th-May 3rd 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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<p>When you purchase a Smile Cookie from any of the three Smiths Falls Tim Hortons locations, 100% of proceeds go directly to the Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation.</p>
<p>Last year, our incredible community raised $32,867.09 let’s do it again (or even better)!</p>
<p>Making a difference has never tasted so good. Pre-order your bulk cookies today, the perfect way to treat coworkers, friends, family, or community members while supporting your local hospital.</p>
<p><a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Bulk-Order-Form-2026-Smile-Cookie-PSFDHF.pdf"><span style="color: #ae1857;"><strong>Click to download the pre-order forms. </strong></span></a></p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/tim-hortons-smile-cookie-april-27th-may-3rd-2026/">Tim Horton&#8217;s Smile Cookie April 27th-May 3rd 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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		<title>Ladies Night: A Garden Party with A Purpose April 10th 2026</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:06:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ladies Night: A Garden Party with a Purpose Helping Women Bloom April 10th, 2026 📍The Civitan Club of Perth 7:00 PM – Midnight $60 per ticket Slip into your best florals and get ready for a night to remember! Enjoy a live DJ, a complimentary drink, light refreshments, exciting raffle prizes, and a 50/50 draw [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/ladies-night-a-garden-party-with-a-purpose-april-10th-2026/">Ladies Night: A Garden Party with A Purpose April 10th 2026</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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<div dir="auto">Slip into your best florals and get ready for a night to remember! Enjoy a live DJ, a complimentary drink, light refreshments, exciting raffle prizes, and a 50/50 draw all in support of women’s health.</div>
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		<title>Remembering Cathy Through Care: Lloyd Supports PSFDHF MRI Campaign</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:40:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Lloyd and his late wife, Cathy (a former nurse), spent many years working in Smiths Falls. They loved the town and the people, and their experience here left a lasting impression. In the fall of 1993, Cathy suffered a fall that required vertebrae surgery &#8211; resulting in numerous trips to Ottawa for MRI appointments. Those [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lloyd and his late wife, Cathy (a former nurse), spent many years working in Smiths Falls. They loved the town and the people, and their experience here left a lasting impression.</p>
<p>In the fall of 1993, Cathy suffered a fall that required vertebrae surgery &#8211; resulting in numerous trips to Ottawa for MRI appointments. Those experiences reinforced to Lloyd just how important it is for our community to have access to advanced medical imaging close to home.</p>
<p>Wanting to make a difference and honour Cathy’s memory, Lloyd made a generous donation to support the PSFDH Foundation’s MRI Campaign. His gift will help ensure that patients and families in our region can access the care they need close to home &#8211; something he and Cathy understood the importance of firsthand.</p>
<p>Thank you Lloyd for not only sharing your story, but your generosity and commitment to local health care!</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/remembering-cathy-through-care-lloyd-supports-psfdh-mri-campaign/">Remembering Cathy Through Care: Lloyd Supports PSFDHF MRI Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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		<title>From a Lump to Life-Changing Care: Jasmin’s Breast Cancer Story</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 17:46:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>At 66, Jasmin was enjoying retirement and living a healthy life. Then, one ordinary day, she felt a lump in her breast. “I noticed a lump in my left breast. I waited a week, thinking maybe it would go away. But something just didn’t feel right,” she remembers. That gut feeling led Jasmin to her [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/from-a-lump-to-life-changing-care-jasmins-breast-cancer-story/">From a Lump to Life-Changing Care: Jasmin’s Breast Cancer Story</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>At 66, Jasmin was enjoying retirement and living a healthy life.</p>
<p>Then, one ordinary day, she felt a lump in her breast.</p>
<p>“I noticed a lump in my left breast. I waited a week, thinking maybe it would go away. But something just didn’t feel right,” she remembers.</p>
<p>That gut feeling led Jasmin to her doctor and changed her life. Within weeks, tests revealed the news no one wants to hear: breast cancer.</p>
<p>On August 16, Jasmin underwent surgery preformed by Dr. Morell at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital to remove the tumor and lymph nodes. Recovery was long and difficult but when her results came back clear, she knew there was hope.</p>
<p>“Ringing the bell after my final radiation session on December 21st was the best Christmas present ever,” Jasmin says. “It felt so good to know… I made it.”</p>
<p>Today, Jasmin continues her recovery, grateful for the doctors, nurses, and technology that made her treatment possible. Most of all, she is grateful she had access to expert, compassionate care close to home.</p>
<p>Her message is simple: “Please don’t wait. Self-check. Go for your mammogram. Early detection saved my life.” Every donation makes a difference for patients like Jasmin, and for the countless others who will walk through our doors tomorrow.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/from-a-lump-to-life-changing-care-jasmins-breast-cancer-story/">From a Lump to Life-Changing Care: Jasmin’s Breast Cancer Story</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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		<title>Smiths Falls Rotary and Kinsmen Clubs Strengthen Local Healthcare with Ongoing Support</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:47:54 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A huge thank you to both the Smiths Falls Rotary Club and the Kinsmen Club of Smiths Falls for their ongoing support of the PSFDH Foundation. It’s because of community-minded clubs like yours that our Foundation is able to continue strengthening healthcare close to home. Your generosity and commitment truly make a difference for patients [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/smiths-falls-rotary-and-kinsmen-clubs-strengthen-local-healthcare-with-ongoing-support/">Smiths Falls Rotary and Kinsmen Clubs Strengthen Local Healthcare with Ongoing Support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A huge thank you to both the Smiths Falls Rotary Club and the Kinsmen Club of Smiths Falls for their ongoing support of the PSFDH Foundation.</p>
<p>It’s because of community-minded clubs like yours that our Foundation is able to continue strengthening healthcare close to home.</p>
<p>Your generosity and commitment truly make a difference for patients and families in our region.</p>
<p>Together, we’re building a healthier future &#8211; right here at home.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/smiths-falls-rotary-and-kinsmen-clubs-strengthen-local-healthcare-with-ongoing-support/">Smiths Falls Rotary and Kinsmen Clubs Strengthen Local Healthcare with Ongoing Support</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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		<title>Widows Sons Masonic Riders Roll Into Perth with Generous Donation for Local MRI Campaign</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:41:58 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A big thank you to the National Capital Chapter of the Widows Sons Masonic Riders for riding into Perth on a chilly Saturday morning to present a $1,000 donation to the PSFDH Foundation MRI Campaign! Most of the riders came from Ottawa, with others joining from Perth, Smiths Falls, and even Cornwall (a two-hour ride!). [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/widows-sons-masonic-riders-roll-into-perth-with-generous-donation-for-local-mri-campaign/">Widows Sons Masonic Riders Roll Into Perth with Generous Donation for Local MRI Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A big thank you to the National Capital Chapter of the Widows Sons Masonic Riders for riding into Perth on a chilly Saturday morning to present a $1,000 donation to the PSFDH Foundation MRI Campaign!</p>
<p>Most of the riders came from Ottawa, with others joining from Perth, Smiths Falls, and even Cornwall (a two-hour ride!).</p>
<p>Their dedication shows the true spirit of this worldwide Masonic motorcycle club &#8211; the largest in the world with over 50,000 members.</p>
<p>Grounded in the principles of Faith, Hope, and Charity, the Widows Sons Masonic Riders remind us that no distance or weather is too great when it’s for a good cause.</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/widows-sons-masonic-riders-roll-into-perth-with-generous-donation-for-local-mri-campaign/">Widows Sons Masonic Riders Roll Into Perth with Generous Donation for Local MRI Campaign</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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		<title>The Trick Family Foundation Doubles Your Impact—$207,667 Raised!</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 16:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our donors and the extraordinary leadership of the Dave and Ann Trick Family Foundation the Perth &#38; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation’s 2025 Spring/Summer MRI Appeal was a tremendous success. The Trick family has been a steadfast supporter of our hospital for many years. Their remarkable generosity has already [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/the-trick-family-foundation-doubles-your-impact-207667-raised/">The Trick Family Foundation Doubles Your Impact—$207,667 Raised!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our donors and the extraordinary leadership of the Dave and Ann Trick Family Foundation the Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation’s 2025 Spring/Summer MRI Appeal was a tremendous success.</p>
<p>The Trick family has been a steadfast supporter of our hospital for many years. Their remarkable generosity has already made an incredible impact on the MRI Campaign, and this year they stepped forward once again with their second matching gift.</p>
<p>Their $60,000 matching challenge inspired 183 donors to take action, contributing $147,667 . With the match, this brought the total raised to an incredible $207,667.</p>
<p>Because of the community’s response, and the Trick family’s continued commitment to local healthcare, we have now raised just over $3,790,000 for the MRI to date.</p>
<p>The MRI is now operational and already transforming patient care, helping reduce travel, shorten wait times, and provide timely diagnoses right here at home. Every scan performed is a reminder of what we can achieve together when a community rallies behind its hospital.</p>
<p>While we celebrate this milestone, the journey isn’t finished. The MRI is a significant investment, and continued support will ensure that this lifesaving technology is fully funded and sustained for years to come. Each donation moves us closer to that goal and strengthens healthcare for families across our region.</p>
<p>From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your support.</p>
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		<title>2025 Care Close to Home Classic Charity Golf Tournament Raises $84,553.77 in Support of the MRI</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 15:52:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>On Friday August 22nd the 2025 Care Close to Home Charity Golf Tournament raised an incredible $84,553.77 in support of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital! These funds will go directly toward the Magnifying Care Close to Home MRI Campaign. Hosted at the beautiful Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club, the event saw 120 [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/2025-care-close-to-home-classic-charity-golf-tournament-raises-84553-77-in-support-of-the-mri/">2025 Care Close to Home Classic Charity Golf Tournament Raises $84,553.77 in Support of the MRI</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="643" data-end="794">On Friday August 22nd the 2025 Care Close to Home Charity Golf Tournament raised an incredible $84,553.77 in support of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital!</p>
<p>These funds will go directly toward the Magnifying Care Close to Home MRI Campaign.</p>
<p>Hosted at the beautiful Smiths Falls Golf and Country Club, the event saw 120 golfers tee off with the generous support of 45+ sponsors and in-kind partners.</p>
<p>A special thank you to our amazing volunteers, whose time and energy helped make the day run smoothly from start to finish.</p>
<p>The Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation extends our deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to the success of this incredible event.</p>
<p>Your support is helping transform local healthcare, thank you!</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:49:15 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>&#8220;In January 2024, I gave birth to my son at the Smiths Falls Hospital, and I can’t thank the nurses, doctors, and support staff enough for the exceptional care that they provided. From the moment we arrived, they went above and beyond to make sure that both my baby and I were supported, safe, and [&#8230;]</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/a-joyful-beginning-one-familys-birth-experience/">A Joyful Beginning: One Family’s Birth Experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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<p>&#8220;In January 2024, I gave birth to my son at the Smiths Falls Hospital, and I can’t thank the nurses, doctors, and support staff enough for the exceptional care that they provided.</p>
<p>From the moment we arrived, they went above and beyond to make sure that both my baby and I were supported, safe, and comfortable.</p>
<p>On my son’s due date- a day filled with relentless freezing rain—I thought I had gone into labour. My husband and I rushed to the hospital, filled with nerves and excitement. We were warmly greeted by nurse Lauren and nurse Debbie, who quickly assessed me and contacted my doctor, Dr. Kerner. Since I wasn’t in active labour yet, they gave me the option to stay or return home, which I really appreciated.</p>
<p>The nurses asked me to come back the next morning to reassess, and it turned out the pain I was feeling were real contractions! I could hardly believe it! Nurse Melanie took care of me that day, and once again, I was given the choice to stay or rest at home. We chose to return home, but just a few hours later, my contractions intensified and we headed back to the hospital.</p>
<p>Nurse Lauren and nurse Debbie were there again to welcome us, and though I was struggling, their reassuring smiles told me the moment was near (they were definitely excited to welcome a new baby to the world). They stayed with me throughout the night, caring for me in one of the most vulnerable states I’ve ever been in. Even when I couldn’t speak through the pain, they instinctively knew how to help. Around 3 a.m., the anesthesiologist arrived (bless him!), to give me my epidural and once the pain eased, I was finally able to rest.</p>
<p>A few hours later, Dr. Kerner walked in with a smile and said, “It’s time to have your baby.” With the support of her and the amazing nurses, I felt safe, seen, and empowered throughout the entire process. Their patience and encouragement turned what could have been a scary experience into something truly incredible- so much so that I would honestly go through it 100 more times with them by my side.</p>
<p>After delivery, the nurses gave us the space we needed to heal and adjust to our new roles. Nurse Melanie returned to care for me and taught me how to breastfeed, offering gentle guidance and reassurance that made me feel right at home.</p>
<p>The care I received from Dr. Kerner, Nurse Lauren, Nurse Debbie, and Nurse Melanie was truly outstanding. These individuals are angels in scrubs- compassionate, knowledgeable, and absolutely meant for this work. Their dedication left a lasting impression on my family, and I will always be grateful.</p>
<p>I’m genuinely looking forward to giving birth at the Smiths Falls Hospital again in the future.&#8221;</p>
<p>-A Grateful Mother</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com/a-joyful-beginning-one-familys-birth-experience/">A Joyful Beginning: One Family’s Birth Experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://psfdhfoundation.com">Perth &amp; Smiths Falls District Hospital Foundation</a>.</p>
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		<title>From Bump to Baby: A Family’s Gratitude for Local Care</title>
		<link>https://psfdhfoundation.com/from-bump-to-baby-a-familys-gratitude-for-local-care/</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Taylor Clark]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:08:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<guid isPermaLink="false">https://psfdhfoundation.com/?p=102006</guid>

					<description><![CDATA[<p>For baby Adam and his family, the first days of life were surrounded by warmth, expert care, and heartfelt support at the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital. Recently, the family wrapped up their final newborn appointment with midwife Lauren Tignanellia a moment filled with gratitude and emotion. &#8220;We recently had our last newborn appointment [&#8230;]</p>
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<div dir="auto">&#8220;We recently had our last newborn appointment with the amazing midwife, Lauren. Over the past months, we were in for visits almost weekly, and she was there cheering this little guy on every step of the way.</div>
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<div dir="auto">We truly can’t say enough good things about Dr. Kerner, Lauren, the nurses, and all the incredible staff at the hospital who supported us through pregnancy, labour, delivery, and postpartum care. We’re beyond thankful for each and every person who helped us through this journey. We wholeheartedly recommend the Smiths Falls Hospital to anyone preparing for their own pregnancy and postpartum experience — the care and compassion we received made all the difference. And when the time comes for baby number two, we’ll absolutely be back.&#8221;- Adam&#8217;s Mother Riley</div>
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