Three generations; One Purpose: Giving back to our hospital.

This holiday season, we had the pleasure of welcoming the Redford family to North Shore Hospital, giving them the opportunity to see first-hand the difference their generosity over the past few years has made for patients, families, and staff. It was a privilege to meet three generations of a family united in philanthropy, whose shared commitment to giving back has directly enhanced care at our local hospital.

The Redford family’s support is deeply personal. Their decision to fundraise for North Shore Hospital is a way of honouring the care their loved ones have received, and of acknowledging the vital role our hospital plays in the community.

The first project the family championed was the Healing Garden in the new surgical and medical hospital building, which opened in mid-2024. Robyn was motivated to support fundraising for the Healing Garden in memory of her late husband, Lindsay Crocker, who passed away at North Shore Hospital in May 2023. She rallied friends, and soon the whole Redford family had jumped on board.

The fundraising efforts were made especially memorable by Robyn’s granddaughter, Camille. Despite living in Australia, Camille was determined to help. At just five years old, she painted 30 artworks which she sold to friends and family. Camille’s enthusiasm inspired the wider family, with her father Scott contributing and persuading all the members of his international sports syndicate to chip in.

While visiting Robyn over the holidays, the Melbourne-based Redford family were finally able to visit the hospital and see the Healing Garden they had helped make possible. Eighteen months after opening, the garden continues to nurture the wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors.

The Redford family’s generosity has not stopped there. Most recently, they funded a new AccuVein vein finder for the Emergency Department. This innovative technology helps clinicians better visualise veins, making it easier and less stressful to insert lines or administer medication, particularly for children, older adults, and patients with hard-to-access veins.

It is truly inspiring to see three generations of one family embrace philanthropy and give back. On behalf of everyone who benefits from this support, we are deeply grateful to the Redford family, and to all who support our local hospital through the Well Foundation.