Compliments and Concerns
If you have a compliment or concern, please speak with the Clinical Manager. You can also contact the Chief Executive Officer's office at 613-774-2422 ext. 6350 or ccross@wdmh.on.ca Please consider recording your comments and depositing them in the comment box at each nursing station. Donation forms are also available, should you or your family wish to contribute to the hospital through a gift to the Foundation.
Balloon Policy
In an effort to minimize unnecessary exposure to latex and to safeguard the health and safety of staff, patients and visitors, there will be no latex balloons permitted within the Hospital.
Scent Policy
The Hospital has a "no scents makes sense" policy for the protection of people with sensitivities or allergies to perfumes or scented products. Please refrain from wearing or bringing any scented products, including flowers such as lilacs, lilies & poinsettias into the Hospital.
Smoking Policy
Winchester District Memorial Hospital is a non-smoking facility. There is a no smoking policy and smoking is not permitted on hospital property.
Cell Phone Policy
The use of cellular phones within the Hospital is strictly prohibited because of adverse effects of electronic interference with certain medical devices.
Electrical Appliances
You are welcome to provide your own electrical appliances such as razors and hair dryers, which can be safely used in the electrical outlets available in the patient bathrooms. All electrical equipment must be approved and checked by the hospital maintenance staff before use. Battery operated appliances are encouraged. External televisions, radios, iPods, MP3’s or DVD players cannot be accommodated without headphones for volume control.
Fire Alarms and Exits
Fire exits are clearly marked throughout the buildings. During a fire alarm, elevators are shut down. All fire doors automatically close until there is an "All Clear" announcement on public speakers. During a fire alarm, stay in your area; do not move to another place unless a member of the Fire Department or hospital staff directs you. Those entering the Hospital at the time of an alarm will be asked to remain at their point of entrance until the "All Clear" is given.
Newspapers
Local newspapers are available from your care station. Vending machines containing a variety of regional and Ottawa newspapers are located outside our Registration / Emergency entrance.
Telephones / Televisions
The Winchester District Memorial Hospital provides telephones and cablevision to patient rooms, at no cost to you, which offers numerous channels for your enjoyment.
Housekeeping Services
Housekeeping Services takes great pride in providing you with a clean and sanitary environment. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call extension 5209.
Valuables
You should send all articles of value home. If you are unable to send your valuables home, the Business Office may be contacted at extension 5255 to arrange safekeeping of your items temporarily. Please be advised that the Hospital cannot be responsible for loss or damage of personal belongings.