NEWS RELEASE
ORILLIA SOLDIERS' MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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A new piece of equipment designed to help families who experience an infant loss has arrived at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. Aimee Stephens and Katie Pereira, who each have experienced the pain of infant loss, have joined forces and together raised $4,600 to purchase a CuddleCot.
“What better way to carry on the legacy of our sons, Dylan and Lincoln, than by helping other families in their desperate time of need,” said Aimee and Katie in a joint statement. “Our hope is that by OSMH having this cuddle cot, families who experience a loss will have just a little bit longer with their baby before saying goodbye.”
A CuddleCot is a bassinet that keeps a baby cool, slowing the changes that occur after death. The device can greatly extend the time the family gets to spend with their newborn, aiding in the grieving process.
“It’s incredible to see these two women take the initiative to secure this new piece of equipment for our Hospital in their time of tragedy,” said Audra Jesso, Program Manager, Birthing Unit and Paediatrics. “They are heroes in our books, and have made such a difference in the lives of families who experience infant loss at OSMH.”
The CuddleCot is mobile, and will be used in the Hospital’s birthing unit as well as the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as needed. For more information on current fundraising needs at Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital, call the Foundation office at 705-325-6464.
About Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital Foundation
The OSMH Foundation is a proud partner of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital and the people of Orillia and North Simcoe/Muskoka. The Foundation provides funds to the Hospital to buy medical equipment, sustain programs and assist the hospital in maintaining its position as a leader in providing quality community based healthcare.
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