Rockathon
Do you want to make a difference on local healthcare and the lives of Valley Manor residents? The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation’s annual Rockathon helps bring critical items to the manor. In fact, last year, items purchased included mattresses, robotic pets, porter wheelchairs, a broda recliner chair and so much more.
Based on the incredible response to this fun event, our committee is pleased to announce the return of the Rockathon for 2024. The premise is simple – participate individually or as part of a team. Collect pledges and rock in a rocking chair at the Valley Manor!
The third-annual Rockathon will be held outside in the Valley Manor Courtyard on Friday, June 21st, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We are encouraging participants to decorate their rocking chairs, dress in colourful clothes (if you wish) and cheer throughout the day. We have limited rocking chairs available, so please let us know if you can bring your own to the event – we can even assist with pick up and drop offs!
The St. Francis Valley Healthcare Foundation raises funds for its three healthcare partners including the St. Francis Memorial Hospital, Valley Manor and Madawaska Valley Hospice Palliative Care. This year, proceeds from the Rockathon will help support the needs of local healthcare, including much needed equipment at the Valley Manor long term care home such as patient lifts, mattresses, bariatric beds & chairs, and more. As you may know, The Valley Manor is the area’s only long-term care home, providing care for 90 residents. Resident comfort and safety is a major priority for the Manor and the need for quality and dependable equipment is crucial.
If you are interested in raising funds for this incredible cause, please ensure you register with the Foundation before you begin collecting pledges by calling 613-756-3045 ext. 217; emailing us at office@sfvhfoundation.com; or by visiting us in person at 7 St. Francis Memorial Drive (our hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) Pledge forms are due by June 14, 2024.
Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to rocking with you!
