Forever Henderson

2009-12-01T05:00:00.000-08:00

We feel that the name should remain! Henderson Hospital is where I was born and so is a part of my history.

Bonnie & Jeff Jen
Hamilton, Ontario

2009-11-20T05:45:00.000-08:00

I want to express my support in keeping the Henderson name

Elizabeth Aquila
Hamilton

2009-11-19T05:48:00.000-08:00

I am not in support of the name change for the Henderson Hospital. While I recognize the generosity of the donors (and prospective name change to acknowledge their contributions to health care provision), removal of Nora Henderson's name acknowledging her relentless commitment to make the hospital happen in the first place by this renaming would be a travesty. I recognize that the donor's hard work was involved in earning the money which they have so wisely given to such a worthy institution perhaps another method of acknowledgement could be given.

Donna Tweedell
Hamilton

2009-11-19T05:41:00.000-08:00

The only reason a name change is even thought of is because of money. Juravinski, may be able to buy a
hospital now. In 20 years, it will be some one else and we'll change the name again. Keep it as is historically correct The Henderson Hospital.

Catherine From
Hamilton

2009-10-29T05:20:00.000-07:00

I have noticed of late the trashing of Nora Frances Henderson by the Hamilton Spectator the very place where she held her first paying job. For man weeks they have laid silent which many in the community thought strange. Now all they seem to do is melign those who want to support Miss Henderson. The woman crossed a picket line in support of those locked in, she did not go inside to work on the line. Those inside at that time were not "scabs" but those who did not agree with forming a union. It is sad to think that some individuals appear proud that their wives spat on this lady only shows how ignorant and arrogant some people still appear to be. When is the Spectator going to start publishing Mr. Juravinski's role in strike breaking and locking out of the harness racers and staff when he owned and operated Flamboro Downs. That is right look it up, he was very pround of his ability to shall we say strike break? One is beginning to think that perhaps the Spectator is in cahoots with HHS with all their cheap shots.

Valery Benedict
Hamilton

2009-10-29T05:19:00.000-07:00

I have lived in Hamilton 61 years, and have always known the Henderson Hospital as the "Henderson" To change the name now would be a tradedy. I think the Jurvinski's contribution to the medical comminity in Hamilton is more than admirable and they are truly kind, giving and wonderful people. Having said that, it scares me to think that the past is so easily disposed of. Change is good for any city in many areas but to change something that has been a part of our city and my growing up would be a very tragic occurance. I am all for change, but somethings need to reamin the same. How much longer will the board of HHSC be able to do do anything they please. They just have not taken into consideration the feelings of the people who came before them and the pride we feel for our city. I am willing to bet that the majority of them are not even from Hamilton and are under 50 years of age and have no concept of who Nora Henderon really was. I encourage you to continue with your endeavour to keep the name of the hospital and not make Nora Hendeson an afterthought.

Barbara Burgers
Hamilton

2009-10-28T05:50:00.001-07:00

As a veteran who spent many hours at the Henderson when my wife was sick I hate that we are supposed to have no say in this matter.Who do the HHSB think they are?We taxpayers have paid with our taxes for most of this hospital and its many extentions over the years and we want,no,we DEMAND that there will be no changes to the name of our beloved HENDERSON HOSPITAL.If the board want a fight over this,so be it,we have not even started yet.come down off your high horses and be big enough to admit YOU ARE WRONG.Keep the same name.

Frank Kitts
Hamilton

2009-10-28T05:48:00.000-07:00

I've been a resident of hamilton for 50 years and as long as I have lived here I have always used the full title "The Nora Francis Henderson Hospital" which I feel is the right and correct title. It pleased me that a woman received this honour and especially that long ago. I think it is very generous of the Juravinski's and they deserve recognition.
If this can be done without the deletion of the Henderson title I would think that would be respectful of both people.

Neryl Giroux
Hamilton

2009-10-27T09:20:00.000-07:00

Dear reader
Until injured on the job at Chedoke Hos and forced onto disability by my employer I worked for HHSC for near 15 yrs. While at Chedoke I spent time as a union rep at the time of the ER. closing. My employer had us out removing hospital signage at midnight the day of closure even befor the last shift had left the ER. In thier haste and through lack of cosultation the end of Hospital status at Chedoke would have resulted in the forfiture of lands back to orignal beifators. The Hospital did a quick turn and back up go the signs. Now the Henderson name change and (surprise ) no consultation with the public or thier representitives. I have been witness to the arogance with wich the administration operates and pose another queestion! Everyone that works at MUMC and the admin that I run into is refering to Mac. as the "Mcmaster Childrens Hospital" do we know for a fact that the status of MUMC has'nt already changed and we have'nt been informed. The hospital has a way of quietly making decisions and then slowly removing services till there is little enough left to fight over. Thus the work done the change has been made and the public never saw it coming. The unions have been the only check over the years to raise red flags. When will the ambudsman of Ontario be given control over this monopoly that so greatly affects our community life and health? These are personal opinions and observations and as such represent or slander no one. No malice intended.

Yours Truly
RH Hamilton

2009-10-27T09:18:00.000-07:00

As a taxpayer in Hamilton for over 50 years I strongly object to name change of our Mountain Hospital. Surely Mr. Juravinski should be happy with the large wing that is named after him. I object strongly to the fact that the public was not consulted before any name change was suggested after all the taxpayers have already poured milllions of dollars into this hospital.

Mary Eastman
Hamilton

2009-10-27T09:17:00.000-07:00

Please keep the current name of the hospital. To change it from Henderson would be disrespectful to Nora Frances Henderson's legacy.

Suzannah Perry
Hamilton

2009-10-26T06:56:00.000-07:00

We agree completly with your comments, the HHS board should not be able to change the name of a publicly funded facility without the input of the tax payers, the Juavinski name is on the cancer centre for all to see can they not be content with that, as for the Hederson Hospital no matter what name they put on the building it will always be the Henderson to us.

Isabel & John Fleming
Hamilton

2009-10-20T10:16:00.000-07:00

How can a donation of one tenth the cost of a two hundred million project, funded by taxpayers, be allowed to take all the credit??? I suggest they be given ten percent of the project. They could have a department dedicated to them, the one that sanitizes bedpans.

John Derus
Hamilton

2009-10-13T05:47:00.001-07:00

please retain the Henderson name. Nora Frances Henderson contributed to the humanitarian wealth of Hamilton and her name should not be erased by the cold hard cash of others.

Evelyn Veale
Toronto

2009-10-13T05:45:00.000-07:00

We do not want to lose the Henderson Legacy in a game of financial musical chairs. A recognition of and respect for past achievements is important to a true understanding of the Present.

Elva Carrol
Hamilton

2009-10-13T05:43:00.000-07:00

I would like to support the initiative to continue the name Henderson General Hospital and to suggest that the wing and acknowledgement area in the hospital previously suggested to honour Nora Henderson be used to honour the Juravinskis.

Cole Holland
Hamilton

2009-10-13T05:42:00.000-07:00

HAVING FOUGHT HARD FOR THE hOSPITAL TO REMAIN WHERE IT IS, I FIND IT TOTALLY OUTRAGEIOUS THAT THE CANCER CENTRE WAS NOT ENOUGH RECOGNITION FOR THE DONATIONS RECEIVED AND THAT A WELL KNOWN NAME AND LANDMARK WILL BE WIPED FROM THE HOSPITAL.tHE UN INFORMED BOARD MEMBERS ,OBVIOUSLY FROM OUTSIDE THE AREA,WHO MADE THIS DECISION BEHIND CLOSED DOORS SHOULD HANG THEIR HEADS IN SHAME,BUT I DOUBT THEY HAVE ANY.

John & Marlene Cassidy
Hamilton

2009-10-05T10:15:00.000-07:00

I, for one, feel that the Henderson should keep its original name. Donating money should not take preference over a building that has always had the name "Henderson" I agree with Pat Saunders. This re-naming game should not be happening. My opinion is to keep the original name and give the Jurvanski's a wing to call their own. Is nothing sacred anymore? How many buildings does one couple need to have their name on? Lets be realistic and be proud of Nora Henderson for her fantastic contribution to Hamilton and area. Keep the name please!

June Byrne
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:19:00.000-07:00

Do not change the name.The name represent the person who did all the work to make this facility possible.

Susan & Phil Gratton
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:18:00.000-07:00

I am with the majority of mountain residents in the desire to keep the Henderson name on the renewed hospital. When will we have a mass rally to make our wishes known?

F.Bruce Little
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:16:00.000-07:00

the Henderson will alway's be the Henderson till the day I die you might say it is stamped on my rearend all my three children were born there I was served there as well nothing but great thing's to say about THE HENDERSON in case of emergency that would be the only name that popped up in my mind if in the mind of the population it is the Henderson THEN IT IS THE HENDERSON
your's truly
J HAVEMAN
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:14:00.000-07:00

It is unfortunate that the HHS felt the need to change the name of Henderson Hospital without taxpayers input since we fought hard to keep this very important institution open for the need of everyone in the Hamilton and surrounding area...keep the Henderson's name for all of us.

Dianna Reardon
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:12:00.000-07:00

My mother had great respect for the integrity and courage displayed by Nora at a time in history when womens rights were not at the forefront, politically or morally. It does not surprise me that her accomplishments would be less important than money. It makes a statement that defines our current societal values and the economic distress which plagues our hospitals. Certainly, the millions offered to our city by the Juravinskis is so necessary and will rewrite the quality of health care in our community, but, the true philanthropist would not want to usurp the name of Nora Francis Henderson. I think it is a gross injustice and many feel as I do. I feel also that the Juravinskis, despite their huge contribution, unfortunately, will not be as popular or as appreciatd as they should be because of the impression that many have that they have purposefully displaced our beloved Nora to the archives.

PATRICIA PASQUALE
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:11:00.000-07:00

We agree with your opinion Terry. It is also noted that the Ont. Cancer Clinic next to Henderson Hosp. already has the Juravinski name on it as well as on a wing of St Josephs Hosp. this should be enough. Ham. Health Sciences Board needs to take into consideration that others have generously donated & would graciously not expect their names to be "up in lights" Input from the taxpayers would have been appreciated before this decision was made.

Eileen Cameron
Hamilton

2009-10-05T05:10:00.000-07:00

Enter comments here! Nora Frances Henderson earned the honour of having the hospital named after her. Charles Juravinski has been generous with cash, may he now show generosity of spirit and not take away her name. Recognition of his donations could be made at the Henderson in perhaps naming a Wing after him, as they do at St. Joseph's Hospital. Another option, perhaps the "Juravinski General" on Barton Street.

Jeanne Bourdages
Hamilton

2009-10-01T10:49:00.001-07:00

Enter comments here! We agree with your opinion Terry. It is also noted that the Ont. Cancer Clinic next to Henderson Hosp. already has the Juravinski name on it as well as on a wing of St Josephs Hosp. this should be enough. Ham. Health Sciences Board needs to take into consideration that others have generously donated & would graciously not expect their names to be "up in lights" Input from the taxpayers would have been appreciated before this decision was made.

Eileen Cameron
Hamilton

2009-09-30T05:36:00.001-07:00

Is there anything money cannot buy. This is a total disgarce to our city.

Mark Rau
Hamilton

2009-09-30T05:25:00.000-07:00

Nora Frances Henderson earned the honour of having the hospital named after her. Charles Juravinski has been generous with cash, may he now show generosity of spirit and not take away her name. Recognition of his donations could be made at the Henderson in perhaps naming a Wing after him, as they do at St. Joseph's Hospital. Another option, perhaps the "Juravinski General" on Barton Street.

Jeanne Bourdages
Hamilton

2009-09-28T08:12:00.001-07:00

Big no to the change!!!!!!!!
Very unhappy about the name change. Not necessary to take Nora Francis Henderson's contributions of a lifetime over $$$$$$$

marg lombardo

2009-09-28T08:10:00.000-07:00

I recall a public rally at the hospital one night and then a public meeting at one of the Mountain High Schools another night. Both were well attended by ordinary citizens and also nurses and doctors. I recall seeing Howard Hampton at the rally lending his support also. These latter folk spoke against the closure and it was kept open. Where Mr. Juravinski, and his money, was when the Ontario Government was looking at CLOSING the Henderson Hospital?
The name should stay Henderson Hospital, as many people contributed their hard earned dollars over the years to both the Henderson and General Hospitals, now it seems their contributions count for nothing. Some family may have contributed what amounted to a sizable sum in the 1950s and 1960s, say $15,000.00. At that time it may have represented the income for a whole year. Compare that with the incomes of today, maybe that family should have their name on the building and not just on a plaque in the building.

Jack Graham
Hamilton

2009-09-28T08:09:00.001-07:00

Memorial Names should not be "dropped" prematurely! They must be preserved in some honourable way! At least a Wing or Lecture Room should be dedicated to bear the name of the Historic person

Peter B. Simpson
Hamilton

2009-09-28T08:08:00.000-07:00

This long time named Henderson Hospital should retain it's original name. Let the Juravinski be happy to have the cancer center with their name. It should also show on a separate plaque the contribution that the Juravinski's have made to the rebuilding of the "HENDERSON" Hospital.

Sam Dinning
Hamilton

2009-09-25T06:19:00.000-07:00

Please do not allow the Henderson name to be changed. If it has to be incorporated then it should be the Henderson Jaravinski.

Rita McEnaney
Hamilton

2009-09-24T07:23:00.002-07:00

I do not feel that the Henderson should be renamed to the Jurvinsky Hospital. This undermines the great work that Ms Henderson did for the community. Henderson Hospital is well known as a leader in Oncology treatment both within Ontario and across Canada. To change the name based on a donor would not be correct. Many wonderful people have donated time, compassion and money to this hospital and I feel that we should NOT center out one donor. To ensure that that patient receives the BEST care, it takes everyone to be a doner, not just ONE.

Julie Bosworth
Brantford

2009-09-24T07:23:00.000-07:00

I don't like the idea that an honour is bestowed only for a short period of time. The passing of time should not diminish a person's contribution. At this rate, I think even the Juravinski Hospital would be a temporary name - for a couple of decades until someone generously pays for upgrades. There must be a way that we can properly honour the contributions of both Henderson and Juravinski in a permanent manner.

Susan Harrison
Hamilton

2009-09-24T04:50:00.001-07:00

I would like to support Terry Whitehead's comments. Hospitals are built and maintained by public dollars. A small percentage of that amount then buys the name. It speaks to what we value as a society. What do we value? For me it also goes to the cancer centre. I received life-saving treatment from the Hamilton Regional Cancer Centre 10 years ago and am still alive today. I was prould of that - my city, my hospital. That has changed. I note that the Regional Cancer Centre has been doing fundraising promoting the idea of supporting Hamilton but they lost the name. Names mean so much. And so also for the Henderson - here was a woman who spent her life doing positive work for Hamilton and was a role model for women. Name sold off. Thank you Terry for writing and leading this.

Helen Kirkpatrick
Hamilton

2009-09-24T04:50:00.000-07:00

please do not change the name--this is our history -- no name change-not now or ever

Michael Power
Hamilton

2009-09-23T10:44:00.000-07:00

I have lived in Hamilton most of my life and have worked at the Henderson site of Hamilton Health Sciences since 1974. I completely agree with terry Whitehead's statement. The Cancer centre has already been renamed to reflect the generous donation from the Juravinski's, renaming the Henderson is a little over indulgent. Many people have worked toward the improvement of our mountain hospital and recognizing only one contribution tends to devalue what others have done. The good work is an acomplishment of many, people have given what they can. If all can not be recognized nobody should be held us as more generous just because they were more financially able.

Marian Wheeler
Hamilton

2009-09-23T05:25:00.001-07:00

The Henderson General Hospital was named after Nora Frances Henderson, in recognition for her personal contribution to the life of this city and its residents. The Board of the Hamilton Health Sciences Corporation has decided to rename the rebuilt hospital, the Juravinski Hospital. There is much opposition to this change. It reminds me of when Pierre Trudeau died and Jean Chretien wanted to re-name Mount Logan (Canada's highest peak) after him. Sir William Logan, after whom the mountain was originally named, was an eminent Canadian geologist, and the public outcry against the name change forced the government to abandon the idea. I hope that the same will happen here and the Henderson name will be preserved for the hospital.

John Harrison
Mount Hope

2009-09-23T05:22:00.000-07:00

I believe the Henderson Hospital name should remain as it is.

Marie Wallace
Hamilton

2009-09-23T05:20:00.000-07:00

Our 2 children were born at the Nora Henderson Hospital. We think they should retain the Henderson name!

June & Bill Stetson
Hamilton

2009-09-23T05:16:00.000-07:00

As a retired nurse, I would hope the name of Henderson Hospital remains.

Sylvia Mott
Hamilton

2009-09-23T05:15:00.001-07:00

Perhaps the name Juranvinski could be added after the name Henderson to appease the parties who wanted the change.

pauline schweitzer
dundas

2009-09-23T05:15:00.000-07:00

Please do not change the name of the Henderson Hosp.
I know that there are many donors (WITH LARGE DONATIONS)WHO probably deserve this honor, but do not let money dictate this decision.

B. Hall
Mount Hope

2009-09-22T08:52:00.001-07:00

Please KEEP the name "Henderson Hospital". We can't keep wiping out the achievements of the past. Juravinski has his name on LOTS of things already. You can't buy everything.

Robert Dixon
Hamilton

2009-09-22T08:30:00.000-07:00

I am thoroughly disappointed at the thought of re-naming a hospital simply because someone, in 2009 has more money than Nora Frances Henderon did. Credentials, historical significance, and meaning to the community should matter. Stop thinking only about dollars and cents. Leave Henderson Hospital as it should be, as HENDERSON HOSPITAL.

Krista Rhodes
Ancaster

2009-09-22T05:31:00.000-07:00

I think it is just terrible that they are changing the name. What happens when the next big donation comes in...does it get changed again?

Name WItheld by request
Alberta

2009-09-22T05:30:00.001-07:00

How can the example of public service and dedication to the people of Hamilton to say nothing of the value of the lifelong roll model of Nora Francis Henderson for young people be thrown out for a cash donation, large as it was. This tells me a lot about the members of the board who made the decision and their values. It also explains why staff and patients can get a feeling that they are not important in the delivery of health care when the board values money in hand more than the history of long service honoured.

Robert Wright
Mount Hope

2009-09-22T05:29:00.000-07:00

I am opposed to the name change of Henderson Hospital. I don't want Nora Frances Henderson's memory to disappear or the remebrance of her work and her place in women's rights. This is a most unfortunate circumstance. Despite the generosity of Mr Juravinski, I just don't want Hamilton to lose part of its history. Perhaps Mr Juravinski can be approached and graciously leave the name on the hospital and keep his as it is on the Cancer Clinic and other instituions in the city. Thank you
Loretta Ray
Hamilton

2009-09-22T05:28:00.000-07:00

In my childhood, the hospital was known as the Nora Frances Henderson -- now commonly called the Henderson.
It is right to honour the financial contributors, but not at the expense of the original force honoured in the hospital's name!
To expect such a reward for a donation is uncharitable, and to think that the donors expect such a reward is probably an insult to their generosity.
It is also, "faint praise" as they must know that 50 years from now the name may change again . . .
The bottom line: Leave the name in tact; honour the new donors with name recogintion on a hall, an auditorium, in a mural . . . if need be. The thanks really is in the act of giving, not in anything concrete a community can hand over . . . for a few decades . . .
Respectfully,
Judy Taylor
Hamilton

2009-09-22T05:27:00.000-07:00

The Juravinskis already have many things named after them in this city. I would think they do not donate for name recognition alone.

Elizabeth Poynter
Hamilton

2009-09-22T05:26:00.001-07:00

At a time when we are perserving and restoring our heritage buildings, surely we should have the same respect for the outstanding citizens of the past who helped to build our community. I strongly support retaining the name of Henderson Hospital.

Anne Jones
Hamilton

2009-09-22T05:26:00.000-07:00

2009-09-21T12:44:00.001-07:00

"I believe that the name of the mountain hospital should remain the Nora Frances Henderson. She was an amazing woman, who contributed generously to the service of the communities of Hamilton and surrounding areas. It would be a dishonour to the memory of Nora Frances Henderson to retract the honour bestowed on her in 1954 by the citizens who so loved and admired her."

Charlotte McDougall
Hamilton

2009-09-21T12:12:00.000-07:00

I am concerned about the renaming of Henderson Hospital. It seems the City of Hamilton is selling our heritage to the highest bidder. A part of the hospital should certainly be dedicated to the Juravinski family to acknowledge their generousity. However, this should not obliterate the commemoration of Miss Henderson's many contributions to our city. It is curious that the renaming of the hospital has been so secretive. Newspaper articles and even signs posted on fences around the building site refer to Henderson Hospital as well as Juravinski. It seems the "powers that be" are trying to hide the change of the hospital name.

Anne Hermann
Hamilton

2009-09-21T11:19:00.000-07:00

We would like to see the Henderson Hospital keep it's existing name.

Tom and Wanda Hammill
Hamilton

2009-09-21T11:09:00.000-07:00

I am in favour of leaving the name of the Henderson Hospital as it is to honour Nora Henderson for the following reasons: Why should this name change to honour money when Nora put her "all" into many areas of the people and was a very good choice for naming of the hospital in the first place.

I am in favour of the naming of the Cancer Section of the hospital (as I believe it is now) under the Juravinski Cancer Clinic name. The new benefactor is recognized and we retain our first person (a woman at that). Why should we feel that there is a need for change?

Maybe it is time to refresh the whole City of what Nora actually did for us.

Another thought is that since donations were provided by Mr. Juravinski to other hospitals in the area, he should be honoured in the Hamilton Health Sciences rather than with an individual hospital. He is already honoured at the Henderson through the Clinic.

Pat Blackburn
(family member spent many hours in the Cancer Clinic
and passed away in the Henderson)

2009-09-21T09:34:00.001-07:00

Please add my name to the list of people who demand that Nora Henderson's name remain on what are now HHSC buildings. Her legacy deserves a place of honour.

Rosemary Hilbert
Hamilton

2009-09-21T07:31:00.000-07:00

I am opposed to changing the name of the Henderson Hospital. It would be far more appropriate to name a wing after the Juravinskis. Wealthy people should not be able to buy this honour.

Irene Robinson
Hamilton

2009-09-21T05:37:00.001-07:00

I do not agree with changing the name of the Henderson Hospital. Let new projects carry new names.

Ellen Aikman
Hamilton

2009-09-21T05:35:00.000-07:00

I know money talks but does it have to obliterate our past? We`ve lost many of our heritage buildings and now we are going to lose the tribute and the respect we paid to a woman who blazed the trail for every woman who came after her.Would we re-name Copps Coliseum or McQuesten Bridge or Gage Park if the price is right? I have tremendous admiration for the Juravinskis and all the good they have done and continue to do and I can`t understand why they want to do this to the legacy of Nora Francis Henderson.

Barbara Nixon
Hamilton

2009-09-21T05:34:00.000-07:00

Mr. Jurvinski should be thinking about what they will name the hospital in another 50 years, someone always has more money and power.

Robert Johnstone
Hamilton

2009-09-21T05:33:00.001-07:00

I think Mr. Jurvinski has proven to be a very generous man and one more time should step up and concede the name to Nora Francis Henderson. We are to quick to throw things away today, soon there will be no record of all the wonderful people and things of the past. Please one more selfless act Mr Jurvinski!

Elizabeth Johnstone
Hamilton

2009-09-21T05:33:00.000-07:00

I personally gave birth to 3 children at Henderson and lost my beloved father there as well. It will always be the Henderson to me no matter what name you give it.
Nora Frances Henderson deserves the recognition originally given by naming the hospital after her. We need to rethink this decision for the name change.

Mildred Johnson
Hamilton

2009-09-18T06:13:00.000-07:00

I am in favour of keeping the name of the Henderson as it currently stands. I truly appreciate the generosity and philanthropic nature of the Juravinskis, but I believe that it would be more appropriate to name a wing of the renovated/rebuilt Henderson Hospital after them, rather than re-naming the whole hospital...some things should not change...Thank you for the opportunity to voice my opinion.

Pat Clark
Hamilton

2009-09-18T06:12:00.000-07:00

Henerson Hospital should remain as it is. Money should not be able to discard a person's name and the history behind the hospital. It will always be Henderson to me.

Cindy Bailey
Hamilton

2009-09-17T13:19:00.000-07:00

Please do not take the Nora Henderson name away. She was a pioneer and earned the respect and namesake. The Juravinski's are generous but they have the cancer centre named after them.

Teresa T.

2009-09-17T07:14:00.000-07:00

I am a long time employee of HHS and spent 29 years working at the Henderson. I remember when they, the board announced that the hospital would be changing name to the Juravinski. We were aghast at the idea and especially at the fact that no one but the board had any input into the decision. The fact of the matter is that any opposition to the idea would be useless as employees of the instition have never had their input considered in any important matters. I think that the Juravinski's are acting in an arrogant and selfish manner in agreeing to this name change. I think it is enough that they're already upfront and centre on the cancer centre. Even though I acknowledge that their financial contribution has been significant I do think that in the whole scheme of the hospitals operating budget that it is no big deal. I would like to ask them how they would feel if another person came along with a more substantial monetary contribution to the organization, if the name should be changed again to honour them?
I whole heartedly agree with Terry Whitehead's column in the mountain news, Sept. 11.09.Let the employees and any other interested parties vote on the idea of changing the name. I'm sure the opinion would be to let the Henderson Hospital name remain!

Pat Ward
Hamilton

2009-09-17T07:12:00.000-07:00

One again we see an expmle of how HHS disreguards the people who have funded the day to day work of the hospitals. and now thinks he can dictate how a womans name is to dissappear!

Evelyn Haslehurst
Hamilton

2009-09-16T12:34:00.000-07:00

So many changes in the world. Enough already! As a Henderson baby, and a supporter of the Hamilton Mountain Heritage Society's good work, I am hoping that the name will remain the (Nora) Henderson Hospital. What's in a name -- our history! Please don't let it be lost forever.

Colleen Stetson
Hamilton

2009-09-16T12:30:00.000-07:00

I agree with the Hamilton Heritage group that the name should remain Henderson Hospital!

Jean Kenny
Ancaster

2009-09-16T12:29:00.000-07:00

My daughter was born there, and I hope the name remains Henderson Hospital.

Colvin Glasgow
Hamilton

2009-09-16T05:34:00.001-07:00

I wish the name to remain Henderson Hospital.

Dolores Forrester
Hamilton

2009-09-16T05:34:00.000-07:00

The hospital in which I was born stands empty and will soon disappear,my primary school is gone, my high school is gone,the apartment I grew up in is gone.The names have disappeared with the buildings.
I feel as if my Brampton, Ontario history is being erased.
I empathise with Hamiltonians who want to preserve the name of Henderson Hospital and I want to add my name to those who do not want it to change.

Mary Lou Dickson
Hamilton

2009-09-14T11:11:00.000-07:00

The Juravanski's already have the cancer clinic named after them. the name should remain Henderson - a ward is not enough but obviously money talks

Cyndie Morris
Hamilton

2009-09-14T08:24:00.000-07:00

I agree with you strong heartedly. I was hoping for a web site where I could vote my wishes and be recognized as a supporter. You need to pole the Hamilton people on the issue even the ones without computers. Thank you for listening, Joan

Joan Trotman
Hamilton

2009-09-14T08:20:00.000-07:00

Nora Frances Henderson Hospital should NOT be renamed!

Marge Chabai
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:43:00.000-07:00

Money should not be an issue here.
Look what Nora Francis Henderson has done.
It would be very sad to see a name change.
Thank you,
Bob & Gerrie Vanvoorst.
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:42:00.000-07:00

We think the name Henderson Hospital should not be changed just because someone donated a sum of money. The same thing happened with Hamilton Place this was funded by the taxpayers but someone did the same thing.This should not happen to the Henderson Hospital!

Rose & Ken Wilson
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:41:00.000-07:00

Money should not have a factor in naming a hospital.How are the front line workers going to keep up with the people coming in treatment? Do you want the "J" Hospital or do you want the "J" Cancer clinic? This is going to be an on going problem.Mr. J fell into his fortune through the misfortune of others. Question comes to mind A gift of compassion or income tax benefits. Regardless I think the Henderson name should Stand.

Matt Farrell
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:39:00.000-07:00

The hospital was named in honour of a great person already. No one can change the name, especially because someone gives enough money. Name a wing Juravinski, but not the entire hospital.
I'll bet even the Juravinski's aren't giving the money to get their name up in lights. They aren't giving for that reason.
It's the Henderson hospital, now and forever.

Rob Beattie
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:37:00.000-07:00

Somethings should be left alone. Keep the name the same! What possible good reason would they have for changing it?

Karin Goddwin
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:36:00.000-07:00

I would also like to protest the Juravinski name being put on the hospital in place of Ms. Henderson's name. If the Juravinski's want to be so philanthropic, why can't they do it anonymously like other donors do that consider their causes bigger than their egos!! The Juravinski Cancer Centre is enough for their name. Please keep me posted as to the progress of stopping the name change! Thanks.

Diana Sully
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:35:00.000-07:00

The Henderson General Hospital should remain as Henderson. If there is to be a name change, it should revert back to Nora Frances Henderson! Thank you kindly.

Robin Gagnon
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:30:00.002-07:00

I am personally appalled that the name of this fine hospital can be bought by a donation. Many people have made donations to this hospital over the years-some large, so small, some monatary, some of their time and skills. To change the name to suit the vanity of the latest large contributor is disrepectful of all Hamiltonians and especially disrepectful of Nora Frances Henderson! Will the next large contributer than have the name changed again? How long will Mr. Jurvinski's name remain on any building when he, himself,has set the precedent of "buying" the right to name a long standing institution after himself? His actions appear to be more an attempt to buy fame than to contribute to the well-being of a city and hospital that has served both him, his family and all citizens of the region well for many years. He reaps the beneifits of a large and probably much desired, tax reduction. It is not also necessary to put his name on a building that is already suitably named.

Carolyn McCann
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:30:00.001-07:00

I say to leave the name as is. Juravinski came 2nd, chronologically, and can be added as an add-on. Stop tampering with history!!!

Michael Jefferson
Ancaster

2009-09-14T05:28:00.000-07:00

The fact that HHS is renaming the Henderson hospital is yet another example of how all hospitals care about is money; not patients, money. The provincial government is no different.
I commend you for attempting to preserve the meaningful dedication of the hospital to Nora Henderson.

I wish to remain Annonymus

2009-09-14T05:27:00.000-07:00

I agree l00% with Terry Whiteheads comments in the Mountain News re "Forever Henderson" (I am a volanteer at JCC). Surely having recognition at St.Josephs AND the "Juravinski CC" is enough???????????????

Cathy Noble
Ancaster

2009-09-14T05:24:00.001-07:00

Money is a good reason for naming a hospital, but a better reason is history

Frank Logan
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:24:00.000-07:00

We strongly protest the changing of the name of Nora Frances Henerson Hospital.Who gave permission to the HSC to do this?The taxpayers didnot,it's our hospital.

MaryAnn and Michael McNamara

Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:23:00.001-07:00

It's monstrous to even consider changing the name of the Henderson Hospital. Certainly the lack of openness by which it was proposed reflects no credit on the decision makers who proposed a name change. All who make significant contributions to a community should be recognized. But to eliminate honours to past Hamilton benefactors means ignoring the contributions made in their time, and trivializing the city's history. There's nothing like a groundswell of public opinion I'm pleased to be part of.

Iris Berryman
Hamilton

2009-09-14T05:21:00.000-07:00

The Juravinski's already have the rather substantial cancer clinic named after them for the generous donations that they have made over the years, which is most deserved. however retain the name of Henderson for the hospital for which it too is most deserved.

Paul Kuzyk
Hamilton

foreverhenderson.ca

2009-09-14T05:19:00.000-07:00

2009-09-11T13:28:00.000-07:00

I worked at the city Hall (treasurers office when Mrs Henderson was on council and can verify the outstanding service she gave. Please don't change the name.

mary(waller) prescott
Toronto

2009-09-11T12:46:00.000-07:00

I agree. Keep the Henderson name.

Norman Jarvis
Hamilton

2009-09-11T12:44:00.000-07:00

I am in total agreement with the fine letter "Forever Henderson" Whoever wrote that is right on the mark. Let the philanthropists quietly cherish their deeds and the means thereof. If huge donations are given for public glory, that is the donor's problem to be dealt with deep inside individually.

Grace Cowling
Grimsby

2009-09-11T12:18:00.000-07:00

I emphatically agree that the name Henderson should be retained! Of course many people in Hamilton have forgotten Nora Frances Henderson and her contributions to the city, but that does not mean that they are any the less, just the same. I do not believe that buildings (airports, theatres, geographic sites etc.) should be re-named when a new star comes on the horizon. The original name was chosen for a very good reason, especially when it is a name like Henderson. With all due respect to the Juravinskis, when the name is tied solely to monetary considerations, it means very little.

Dorothy Turcotte
Grimsby

2009-09-11T06:12:00.000-07:00

Changing the name of Henderson Hospital would be the wrong thing to do considering the public was not informed and we are the ones going to use it. It is nice to have money to put forth but do it in good jesture and leave the name the same.

January Will
Hamilton

2009-09-11T06:10:00.000-07:00

Retain Henderson name and Juravinski too. Both deserve it.

Stewart Leslie
Mount Hope

2009-09-10T13:28:00.000-07:00

Although the Jurvanski's have been very generous, it would be very gracious of them to keep the name of Henderson Hospital. Nora Frances should be honoured for her longtime work for the people of Hamilton. Even if the name is changed it will always be Henderson to Hamiltonians.

Greta Starr
Hamilton