Stonegate CHC has been informed recently that the Berry Road Food Co-op will not be proceeding. Our landlord, Vandyk, has put out a Request For Proposals to other Grocers for the site downstairs. We will keep you informed as we know more.
General
Welcome Charis Romilly Turner, Executive Director
Dear Community,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, it is my great pleasure to inform you that Charis Romilly Turner has been appointed as the new Executive Director of Stonegate Community Health Centre. Mrs. Romilly Turner has assumed all responsibilities relating to the role of Executive Director following the retirement of Bev Leaver. Mrs. Romilly Turner began her role on May 31, 2021.
Mrs. Romilly Turner brings with her more than 25 years of experience in social services and health services organizations, including 17 years at LAMP CHC, and 20 years in leadership in non-profit organizations. Prior to joining Stonegate, she was the Director of the East Mississauga Community Health Centre. Mrs. Romilly Turner completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of British Columbia and a Master of Social Work at McGill University and is a published author with a chapter published in Emerging Perspective on Anti-
Oppressive Practice in the Canadian Scholars Press (2003).
For all matters in which you would have contacted Bev Leaver, we ask that you henceforth please contact Mrs. Romilly Turner. Mrs. Romilly Turner may be reached by email at charis.turner@stonegatechc.org or by phone at 416-231-7070 Ext. 224.
Sincerely,
Mary Wood
President, Stonegate Community Health Centre
COVID-19: Vaccine Clinic Update
The vaccine booking for the South Etobicoke vaccine clinic is now public on https://vaccineto.ca/sites under West Park Healthcare Centre with this direct link.
This booking tool is for FIRST DOSES ONLY. Second doses will be automatically booked according to the provincial guidelines for dosing intervals. Eligible groups include:
1. People who are 18 years of age or older at the time of their appointment who live or work in Toronto postal codes (starting with the letter M – proof must be provided)
2. People who are 12 – 17 years of age at the time of their appointment who live, work or go to school in Toronto postal codes (starting with the letter M – proof must be provided)
Announcement of Retirement of Dr. Tracy Lappa-Walker MD, CFPC
After an exceptional career as a Family Physician, Dr. Tracy Lappa-Walker has announced her decision to retire this year.
Dr. Lappa-Walker’s last day with Stonegate CHC will be July 9th, 2021.
Tracy has been practicing as a Family Physician for more than 25 years. Over the last 17 years she has practiced here at Stonegate Community Health Centre, following 8 years in the small community of Sutton Ontario, just north of Toronto.
Prior to Medical School and Residency, Tracy was an Occupational Therapist at the Toronto General Hospital, involved in interdisciplinary practice, teaching and finally specializing as a Hand Therapist on the Reconstructive Plastic Surgery service.
Tracy has always dedicated herself to providing the highest quality care to her patients and supporting the colleagues she has worked with. She is a skilled and compassionate physician who worked tirelessly to provide much needed health care to the Stonegate community.
Though she had planned to retire last year, the COVID-19 Pandemic disrupted all our lives, and Tracy decided it was important to remain with the Stonegate CHC team, until we could see better days ahead.
We will be hiring a new Family Physician, who will be able to assume care for all of Dr. Lappa-Walker’s patients. Should anyone decide to transfer their health care to a new medical practice, our staff can assist you with this process.
Tracy will be greatly missed by her patients, the Stonegate CHC clinical team, co-workers and health care providers in collaborative care. We wish her all the best in her retirement.
Team Stonegate
COVID – 19 Vaccine Clinic
A cluster of South Etobicoke agencies is hosting a clinic today and on Saturday at the Fashion Institute of Humber College. The Clinic is located at the corner of Kipling and Lakeshore Boulevard at 3166 Lake Shore Blvd W, Etobicoke, ON M8V 1L6.
Follow the link to book an appointment. Only those who have already turned 18 years old are eligible.
We are giving first doses only. The vaccine we have is Moderna.
COVID-19 Community Pop Up Testing
Community Pop-Up Testing at Janes St. Hub and York Community Centre in May
• Tues May 4, 11, 18 and 25 – 3 – 7 pm @ Jane Street Hub
• Sat May 8 and 22 – 11 am – 3 pm @ Jane Street Hub
• Fri May 7, 14, 21 and 28 – 3 – 7 pm @ York Recreation Centre
COVID-19 Vaccination Town Hall for Toronto Residents – no registration required
• Toronto Public Health invites people who live, work or study in Toronto to a Town Hall with Dr. Vinita Dubey, Associate Medical Officer of Health to discuss: COVID-19 vaccines availability in Canada, vaccine safety and benefits, how to get vaccinated and who is eligible, and ways to reduce COVID-19 spread
Session 1: Tuesday, May 4, 2021 from 1:00pm to 2:30 pm
Click here to join us online
Password (if required): Toronto123
Or join by telephone:
416-915-6530
Access code: 133 103 9748
Session 2: Wednesday, May 5, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Click here to join us online
Password (if required): Toronto123
Or join by telephone:
416-915-6530
Access code: 133 098 6039