Yukon Hospitals recently received a significant boost in patient care and comfort. It came in the form of a donation of 16 new wheelchairs from the Women’s Auxiliary and the Lions Clubs of Whitehorse and Grey Mountain.

The Women’s Auxiliary, known for its longstanding support of the hospital since 1901, funded seven new wheelchairs. Each is adorned with a plaque acknowledging the Auxiliary for its contribution.

The Lions Clubs of Whitehorse and Grey Mountain donated an additional nine wheelchairs, including three for Bariatric patients.

Each will have a plaque commemorating lifetime member Bill Richardson, who joined the Lions in 1958. It will read “Donated by Whitehorse Lions Club in memory of Member Bill Richardson and his service to the community”. 

Members of the Lions Clubs, along with their families, recently gathered at Whitehorse General Hospital to celebrate the chairs’ arrival marking a moment of unity and generosity.

“One of our members noted that there was a need for wheelchairs at the hospital and that the Whitehorse Lions Club be approached about making a donation,” said David Knight, the Whitehorse Lions Club president.

“The club immediately approved the request and contacted local business Alpine Health with the requirements. The Grey Mountain Lions Club heard about the need and were happy to collaborate with the purchase.”

The new wheelchairs are already making a difference, Yukon Hospitals said, enhancing patients’ mobility and comfort.

“The thoughtful contributions from both the Women’s Auxiliary and the Lions Clubs exemplify the spirit of community support and care that defines Yukon,” Yukon Hospitals said.

“Yukon Hospitals looks forward to continuing these partnerships and celebrating the positive changes they bring to the lives of patients and their families.”