The Wellesley Hospital Legacy 1912-2012

The Wellesley Hospital School of Nursing Alumnae Association “The Wellesley Hospital Legacy: 100 years Later ” Sue Williams ‘70 Co-Chair, Wellesley Institute May 26,2012July 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 1

We know our history and now we have a new present and future, building on our pastJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 2

Dr. Bruce was an early pioneer focusing on the determinants of urban health Brought attention to the “worst slums in Canada” Poverty Lack of suitable HousingJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 3

The Hospital became a leader in Urban HealthSt. James Town Community Health Clinic and The Family Practice UnitBringing the hospital and enhanced community based services to the peopleEngaging the community in addressing their unique needsJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 4

Then came 1998 “In my beginnings is my end….In my end is my beginnings.” TS Eliot, Four QuartetsJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 5

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The Wellesley Site RedevelopmentJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 7

Wellesley Central PlaceJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 8

Wellesley Central Residences Inc.July 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 11

Private Condo development on Residence siteJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 12

Facing north on HomewoodJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 13

Condo on old PMH siteJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 14

Facing west . Power plant stack still thereJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 15

Wellesley McGill ParkJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 16

Urban art wall in the parkJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 17

Plaque dedicated to Wellesley alumnaeJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 18

Honouring Dr. BruceJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 19

What does the WI do? Non profit, non partisan research and policy institute Engages in research, policy development and community engagementMakes knowledge usable and available to policy makers, practitioners and community advocatesInfluences decision makers at all levels of government

Why?To advance population health in the GTA and beyond. Goal? Healthier citizens

WI’s Strategic FocusThree Key Determinants of Health -Affordable Housing -Health Care Reform/Equity -Income InequalityEquity, immigrant health and innovation are the lenses through which we view population health in the GTAJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 22

UforChange• Goal: Arts-based training / employment for “at riskyouth” in St. James Town• During pilot project phase: • Built talented staff team • Graduated 170+ at-risk youth to employment and/or higher education • WI provided project oversight, strategic support, financial management, ongoing evaluation• By April 1, 2012: • Transition to sustainable project base • Diversified funding (grants, major donors, • social enterprise business) • Independent corporate / governance structureJuly 24, 2012 | www.wellesleyinstitute.com 26

Respectful of our roots,historical and geographic and embracing Wellesley values We work for a more equitable healthier Toronto Jamais Sans Esperance

THANK YOU Please visit us atwww.wellesleyinstitute.com

The Wellesley Hospital Legacy 1912-2012

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