Alexandria, ON – Thanks to the generosity of local donors, the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation has directed $250,000—reflecting contributions from last year and this year—toward Automated Dispensing Units (ADUs). These investments strengthen patient safety by ensuring medications are delivered accurately, on time, and reliably.
Donor Support in Action
“Investing in Automated Dispensing Units is a very tangible way our hospital demonstrates its commitment to patient safety,” said Robert Alldred-Hughes, CEO of HGMH. “These systems ensure the right medication, in the right dose, reaches the right patient at the right time. They reduce the risk of human error and provide our clinical teams with built-in safety checks. For patients and families, this means safer, more reliable care every time medication is administered.”
Alldred-Hughes added, “Donor support allows us to move faster and go further in strengthening care close to home. Automated Dispensing Units do more than meet today’s needs; they help build a safer, more modern hospital for the future. By supporting technology that enhances safety and efficiency, our donors are directly improving outcomes for patients across our community.”
Enhancing Clinical Care
Rachel Romany, Chief Nursing Executive at HGMH, explained, “Automatic Dispensing Units in our Emergency and Inpatient Departments help keep patients safe while they recover. Unlike manual medication carts, these systems reduce errors, prevent delays, and ensure the right medications are given at the right time, especially during urgent or high-pressure moments. For patients and families, this means safer care and greater peace of mind throughout their hospital stay.”
Annik MacLeod, Manager of Pharmacy Operations, added, “Automated Dispensing Cabinets provide secure, controlled, patient-specific access to medications. They reduce the risk of selection errors, diversion, and delays, particularly with high-alert and controlled medications. These systems allow clinicians to focus more on patient care and directly improve outcomes across the hospital.”
A Community Effort that Never Ends
Mark Adam, Chairman of the HGMH Foundation Board, highlighted the ongoing need for generosity:
“Our community’s generosity has a direct, tangible impact on patient safety. Investments like Automated Dispensing Units, alongside the ongoing CT scanner campaign, show how donor support strengthens care close to home. As long as our hospital exists, the need never ends. We aim to equip our hospital with the best possible tools to care for and heal our community. From essential diagnostic equipment to advanced technology in every department, every donation ensures patients receive the safe, high-quality care they deserve.”
The HGMH Foundation continues to raise funds for vital hospital equipment. While the CT scanner and ADUs are critical investments, many other essential pieces of equipment are needed to maintain and improve patient care. Community support is essential to ensure the hospital remains equipped with modern tools that help patients heal safely and effectively.
About HGMH Foundation
HGMH Foundation raises funds to support Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital, enhancing patient care and safety through the purchase of equipment, support of programs, and implementation of initiatives. Generous donor contributions help ensure HGMH can provide leading-edge healthcare to residents of Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, and surrounding communities.
From left to right: Robert Alldred-Hughes, CEO of Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital; Rachel Romany, Chief Nursing Executive of Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital; Pierre Vaillancourt, Past Chair of HGMH Foundation; Annik MacLeod, Pharmacy Services Manager of Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital; and Mark Adam, Board Chair of HGMH Foundation. Thanks to the generosity of community donors, HGMH Foundation has transferred $250,000 to Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital to fund the hospital’s Automated Dispensing Units, strengthening safe, reliable care for patients and families across the region.
