The MGEU recently donated $20,000 to A Port in the Storm, a non-profit organization serving rural and
northern adults who require medical treatment in Winnipeg. Yesterday, MGEU
President Michelle Gawronsky and 2nd Vice-President Stephen Roznowsky took a
tour of the organization’s current facilities.
“This organization provides safe, supportive and affordable home-like environments for patients and their families,” said Gawronsky. “I’m from Vita, and as someone who’s been through medical treatment away from home with family members, words can’t say what a difference support like this can make.”
In 2015, representatives of A Port in the Storm made a presentation to MGEU Executive Officers, who learned about the organization’s mandate of providing one or two bedroom fully furnished suites to any northern or rural adult requiring medical care in Winnipeg. Accommodation is $58 per night and includes TV, phone Wi-Fi, free laundry access and parking.
“As a province-wide union, we try and support efforts that benefit a range of Manitobans,” Gawronsky said. “After receiving a devastating diagnosis, and then having to leave home, a patient’s stay at A Port in a Storm means they don’t have to sweat the small stuff and can focus on healing.”
The donation will be used to enhance current programs, and keep room rates as affordable as possible.
Visit aportinthestorm.ca for more information.