News & Updates on Hotel Dieu Shaver

Outpatient Programs and Services Closed - February 12, 2019

Due to the inclement weather, all of our outpatient programs and services are closed today - Tuesday, February 12, 2019.

Expanding Rehabilitation Care in the Niagara Region

Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, and Monte McNaughton, Minister of Infrastructure, were at the Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre today to announce a $500,000 planning grant for the proposed expansion of rehabilitation beds.

NOW ACCEPTING PATIENTS: Rankin Family Cancer Rehab Program

NOW ACCEPTING PATIENTS: Are you or a loved one an oncology patient who have completed their treatment within the last 3 months, or who are under consideration for treatment and have been identified for being at risk for functional decline post cancer treatment?

The SPIRIT - January 2019

Meet Celine: 2018 Christmas Campaign Feature Patient Story

Celine is adamant to make the best of what she is given. "I’m so thankful to Hotel Dieu Shaver for giving me this part of my life back. People don’t think about the future. But they need to, and they need to know that Hotel Dieu Shaver is there to help."

The SPIRIT - November 2018 Edition

The SPIRIT - October 2018 Edition

Meet Bernadette

“I appreciate what Hotel Dieu Shaver has done for me. I didn’t know anything about the programs and services and the patients that are helped here. It’s the best place to get back on your feet.”

The SPIRIT - September 2018 Edition

Change in Senior Leadership

Please be advised that Ms. Jane Rufrano, CEO, has elected to retire from Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre effective August 1, 2018.  We would like to sincerely thank Jane for her tenure and service to the Hotel Dieu Shaver and the community we serve. She has dedicated her entire career to healthcare in Niagara. Since 2005, in her capacity as CEO, Jane led the organization through significant change, the assumption of the Shaver Hospital/Niagara Rehab and subsequent growth. We w

The SPIRIT - June 2018 Edition

Hotel Dieu Shaver Launches Cancer Rehab Program

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre announced the creation of an outpatient Cancer Rehabilitation Program intended for oncology patients that have completed or are going through treatment.

The SPIRIT - May 2018 Edition

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MPP Bradley Announces $500,000 for Hotel Dieu Shaver Planning Grant

MPP for St. Catharines, Jim Bradley announced a $500,000 grant to allow Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre to plan for an expansion of rehabilitation beds in Niagara.

The SPIRIT - April 2018 Edition

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2017 Public Sector Salary Disclosure

In accordance with the Public Sector Salary Disclosure Act, 1996, Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre is publishing a list of employees who earned over $100,000 in salary and taxable benefits during the previous calendar year.

Hotel Dieu Shaver's Half Day in Rehab Conference

NHL Alumni Lace up their Skates for Hotel Dieu Shaver

NHL Alumni laced-up their skates to face off with and against Niagara hockey amateurs for Hotel Dieu Shaver’s Foundation 4th annual Rankin Celebrity Ice Cup. The two-day event brought in over $204,000 for the rehabilitation hospital’s Foundation.

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2017 Snowflakes & Angels Christmas Campaign Launched - Meet Adam!

Sometimes the eyes can say more than the mouth. This couldn’t be more true for Adam Skinner.

HDS Volunteer - Meet Ron Gilbert

Ron’s wife Katy was a patient at Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre from January 8, 2014 to December 1, 2015, (nearly 2 years) with stage 4 breast cancer. 

The SPIRIT newsletter - September 2017 Edition

Improving the Patient Experience: Ray Van Osch

“The diagnosis of ALS is traumatic, taking a toll physically, as well as mentally and emotionally. Thank you to the AAC Team for helping make our lives easier."

Hotel Dieu Shaver Opens Electrodiagnostic Clinic

The Hotel Dieu Shaver’s Electrodiagnostic Clinic offers EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies with or without Electrodiagnostic consultation.

Hospital Foundation Donates Over $514,000 to Hotel Dieu Shaver

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre will be able to continue to purchase much needed patient-care equipment and upgrade treatment areas thanks to a donation of $514,309.15 from the healthcare facility’s Foundation.

HDS Patient Story - Wilma Telesnicki

Wilma experienced a number of our programs and through the help of all the therapists here, Wilma is able to function almost normally again. “I learned to maneuver around a kitchen again, was taught how to slice vegetables, I learned many things that I had lost the ability to do on my own as a result of the stroke and now I pretty well do everything on my own except I have to use a walker.” She is also an example for others in our community who have challenges to overcome.

Hamilton Niagara Haldimand Brant LHIN Hospitals get $9,441,117 Boost from 2017 Provincial Budget

Green Hospital Scorecard – Silver Award/Top 5 Overall

HDS is very pleased to announce that Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre has once again been presented with a Green Hospital Scorecard Award.

Mayor’s Invitational Golf Tournament presents $50,000 to Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Foundation

THANK YOU to all of our 2017 Rankin Celebrity Ice Cup sponsors, players and donors! $190,000!

It is with deep gratitude we thank our sponsors, players, donors and the community for your hard work, and generosity in helping us raise over $190,000 through our 2017 Rankin Celebrity Ice Cup hockey tournament, for patient care equipment.

Mountainview Homes Donates $750,000!

At the celebration and blessing of the St. Joseph Statue that was once housed at the Hotel Dieu Hospital on Ontario Street, Mountainview Group donated an amazing $750,000 to the hospital’s Foundation.

New tool to Enhance the Patient Experience

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre and Niagara Health have invested in an innovative new tool that improves the flow of patients by helping them to more quickly access the proper level of care they need.

Certificate of Accreditation – Hospital Pharmacy

We are very proud to announce that Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre’s Pharmacy has received a Certificate of Accreditation from The Ontario College of Pharmacists.

HDS Patient Story - Meet Alan & Cathy Rysdale

It was here that Cathy noticed that Alan was on his way to recovery. “I heard a lot of good things about Hotel Dieu Shaver before we even came here,” she says, recalling friends and family members that have been patients here over the years. “Alan’s progression since coming here still amazes me.”

Community and health take centre stage on day three of Spring Convocation

Graduating students who will soon face the challenge of taking healthcare to the next level gained advice from one of Niagara’s most prominent healthcare leaders, Jane Rufrano. Rufrano, who is the CEO/CFO of Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre in St. Catharines, delivered the convocation address to the College’s School of Allied Health Studies, and School of Nursing and Personal Support Worker Studies on the morning of June 23. Reflecting on the changes she has witnessed during

HDS gets its biggest donation ever

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre will be able to continue to purchase much needed patient-care equipment and upgrade treatment areas thanks to the largest donation in history to the hospital of $816,694.28 from the healthcare facility’s Foundation.

John Rollo's "Baby Steps"

Former patient John Rollo chronicles his remarkable recovery in his new book "Baby Steps". http://www.friesenpress.com/bookstore/title/119734000028935125

2016 Jeanne Mance Nursing Excellence Award

Leah Kwaak - Awarded the 2016 Jeanne Mance Nursing Excellence Award

Help Us Celebrate Doctor's Day - May 1st!

Help us recognize the extraordinary contribution made by our doctors! During the month of May send a thank you message by tweeting @hoteldieushaver #DocsRock2016 or make a donation on behalf of one of our extraordinary doctors!

Volunteer Spotlight - Ron Gilbert - Nevada Booth

On March 1, 2016, Ron started volunteering with Hotel Dieu Shaver’s Auxiliary. Currently he volunteers in the Nevada booth every Tuesday, but will be training in the Dieu Drop-in Café & Bistro shortly. Ron wanted to volunteer at Hotel Dieu Shaver to give back to the hospital and give thanks for everything that was done for his wife.