Foord Family Foundation funds fence fix

Dec 29, 2022 | 6:00 AM

The Foord Family Foundation has provided the North Okanagan Hospice Society $15,000 to secure the hospice house at 3506-27 th Avenue.

The property including the 12-bed end-of-life palliative care home and administration offices spans from 27 th Avenue to 25 th avenue.

The chain link fence on the 25 th Avenue side of the property has been cut through numerous times with unauthorized individuals entering the grounds. The fence had been patched after each incident resulting in an ongoing un-budgeted cost and a declining aesthetic appearance.

Video still of fence being cut / photo submitted

“The safety and security of our clients and employees is a top priority, we have had ongoing issues with the fence being breached. We are extremely grateful to the Foord Family Foundation grant for covering this unexpected expense,” NOHS Executive Director Lisa Matthews said.

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The chain link has been replaced with 130 feet of steel fencing enhancing both the security and appearance of the property, which boasts beautiful gardens.

Additional security upgrades including cameras and lighting are being sought by NOHS.

The Foord Family Foundation is a registered charitable foundation based in Vernon, BC. The Foundation was established in 2009 by Tom and Norah Foord, who cared deeply about supporting the community that had given so much to them and their family.

The Foord Family Foundation remains a private family foundation, with the board of directors comprised of family members.

by Kevin Rothwell

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