By Alice McFarlane

Saskatchewan farm equipment dealer support pediatric transportation

May 29, 2024 | 4:13 PM

Some of Saskatchewan’s youngest patients will benefit from the generosity of Young’s Equipment.

A donation of $500,000 will go to the Provincial Pediatric and Critical Care Transport Team and the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at the children’s hospital in Saskatoon.

The pediatric transport team plays a crucial role in stabilizing, treating, and transporting children to the hospital in the safest and quickest way possible. However, this requires the most advanced equipment and expertise. The team is comprised of skilled registered nurses, PICU intensivists and respiratory therapists, who provide care during transport.

Sean Young, assistant general manager of Young’s Equipment said these specialized services are important.

“Young’s Equipment is extremely proud to partner with Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation (JPCHF), the Provincial Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, and the Provincial Pediatric Transport Team to expand access to the critical services they provide across the province,” Young said. “This partnership is possible because of the tremendous support from our employees and customers over the past 35 years. While we always hope these services won’t be necessary, the specialized care and enhanced accessibility provided by the Provincial Pediatric Transport Team, make Saskatchewan a better place to live, work, and raise a family.”

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JPCHF President and CEO Brynn Boback Lane said they rely on donors to provide specialized equipment and programs.

“This significant contribution from Young’s Equipment will enhance our provincial pediatric transport team and Saskatchewan’s only PICU, allowing us to provide comprehensive and timely care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients,” Lane said.

She said this will further the JPCHF mission of delivering important pediatric care in Saskatchewan ensuring that every child has access to the life-saving treatments they need, regardless of their postal code.

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