Health is an integral part of being human; we carry it with us throughout our lives, from the newborn’s first breath to the final moments of a life well-lived. And our health needs will change at every stage along the way.

We present here an overview of the projects Fondation Santé hopes to fund this year with your support. To see all projects in the annual campaign, visit fondationsante.com and select the IMPACT tab.

For a child, a blood draw or vaccination can be a huge deal. Anxiety sets in, the tears begin… and those clinical experiences often become painful events for both parent and child.

With the support of donors, the foundation hopes to invest in virtual reality headsets for three of the region’s establishments. During their medical procedure, children could take refuge in an immersive and soothing world that shifts their focus and eases anxiety.

Each year, more than 3,000 children could benefit from this comforting approach.

Because even the briefest of healthcare procedures deserves to be a gentle experience.

At such sensitive times, families need calm, privacy… and a place to gather.

With the support of donors, the foundation hopes to transform a sparsely furnished room into a real “family room” – a comforting space for family members to relax, reflect and spend time with the patient in palliative care.

Every week, approximately 15 families could find comfort in this soothing environment at one of the most difficult times of their lives.

Because at the end of life, what matters most is to be together.

An ambulance summoned in the middle of the night. An unexpected hospital admission. A hurried departure from the house. At such times, people can be hospitalized without any personal belongings.

With the support of donors, the foundation hopes to provide personal hygiene kits containing such essential items as a toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, deodorant, ear plugs and sleep mask.

Small gestures like this might seem ordinary but can make a real difference in a patient’s comfort, relaxation and dignity.

We estimate that 1,000 individuals would benefit from a thoughtful touch like this each year.