MRHA Seeks Community Voices to Help Shape Local Healthcare
August 13, 2025
Almonte & Carleton
Place, ON – The Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA), which includes Almonte General Hospital (AGH),
Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH), Fairview Manor (FVM),
and Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS), is inviting community members
to join its Patient and Family Advisory Committee (PFAC).
PFAC brings together
patients, caregivers, and family members who have experienced care at MRHA
facilities. These volunteers share their unique perspectives to help shape
policies, programs, and services, ensuring care is compassionate, accessible,
and patient-focused.
“Joining PFAC gives community
members a meaningful way to contribute to improving care,” says Allan Rae, PFAC
Chair. “Our members bring valuable insights from their own healthcare
experiences, and together we work with MRHA leaders to make a real difference
for patients, residents, and families across the region.”
PFAC members work closely
with MRHA leaders and staff to:
· Provide feedback
on policies, patient materials, and care pathways
· Advise on
facility signage, accessibility, and patient experience initiatives
· Ensure the
patient voice is embedded in decisions that impact care
The committee meets about
five times a year, both virtually and in person. No special qualifications are
required, just a willingness to share your experiences and help improve local
healthcare.
MRHA is committed to building
a PFAC that reflects the diverse communities it serves, and welcomes
individuals from all backgrounds and life experiences to apply.
For more information or to
express your interest, visit www.mrha.ca/pfac or email pfac@mrha.ca
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Media Contact:
Caitlin O’Hara, Communications Lead
Mississippi River Health Alliance
613-621-9638
caohara@mrha.ca
About the Mississippi River Health
Alliance (MRHA)
The Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) was
formed in 2016 to formalize and strengthen collaboration between the Almonte
General Hospital Corporation—which includes Almonte General Hospital (AGH),
Fairview Manor (FVM), and the Lanark County Paramedic Service (LCPS)—and the
Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Corporation (CPDMH). This
partnership delivers seamless, high-quality healthcare that addresses the
evolving needs of local communities. Together, the MRHA is building an
integrated healthcare system that provides comprehensive care close to home,
enhancing access and improving health outcomes throughout the region. For more
information visit MRHA.ca.