About
Since 1969, the Delta Hospital Auxiliary Society (DHAS) has supported Delta Hospital through a wide variety of programs and initiatives. The Auxiliary supports patient care and comfort at Delta Hospital Campus of Care, which includes Delta Hospital, Mountain View Manor, and Irene Thomas Hospice.
Staff
Director of Operations
Board of Directors
Maureen Mooney
President
Maureen is a retired nurse with a lifelong passion for caring for others; she spent many years serving patients and families with compassion and dedication. Now enjoying retirement, she loves spending time reading and staying active in her community. She is happily married and a proud mother and grandmother who cherishes time with her growing family. Continuing her commitment to service, she currently serves as Chair of the DHAS Board, helping guide its mission and support the community she cares deeply about.
Katy Ellsworth
Vice President
Katy Ellsworth joined DHAS in 2024 following a 35-year career in communications, mainly in higher education contexts. What Katy values most about DHAS is that it allows Delta residents from a variety of backgrounds to contribute meaningfully to healthcare in our community. Katy currently serves as Vice-President of DHAS and is responsible for communications, advertising, print materials, the newsletter, and social media.
Brian Stewart
Treasurer
Brian Stewart joined DHAS as a Thrift Store volunteer in 2021, and still serves as a DCO. He was the Coordinator of DHAS’s Lifeline division for 3 years, until it closed in 2025. He joined the Board and became Treasurer in 2025. Brian has a Commerce degree from UBC and was a certified accountant. His work career was in corporate banking, public accounting and 30 years as a controller in the transportation industry. As Treasurer, Brian is responsible for overseeing DHAS’s financial assets and cash flow, and maintaining accurate financial records.
Lynda Laughlin
Secretary
Lynda retired in 2011 after 34 years of service with Vancouver Coastal Health, initially working in payroll with the majority of years spent in human resources and labour relations. At retirement, Lynda’s position title was Human Resources Advisor. Lynda began volunteering at the Thrift Shop in 2012 working as a runner, before taking on the Thursday Daily Supervisor role. She served as Thrift Shop Coordinator from 2017 to 2019 and then returned to the Collectible team. She has served on the Council, later the Board, since 2017 and is currently Board Secretary.
Cheryle Beaumont
Wendy Childs
Kelly Guichon
Corrie Lane
Member at Large
Cheryle Beaumont is new to DHAS, joining the Board in 2026. She has had an extensive career in both public and independent education and consulting on governance, stewardship and leadership development in many sectors. Cheryle is most appreciative of the positive impact DHAS has on the local health benefits for our community and the services provided for the citizens of Delta.
Member at Large
Wendy Childs joined DHAS in 2025 after a career in various industries in which she used her business management and problem-solving skills at multiple levels. She has used these skills to contribute to the Board in her rookie year by participating in the Bursary and Governance Committees and generally stepping up where she could. As a frequent visitor to the Delta Hospital with her now grown children, she felt joining the DHAS Board provided a perfect way to give back to the Delta Campus of Care.
Member at Large
Kelly Guichon joined the board of DHAS in 2025 following a career in nonprofits, leadership and agriculture. What Kelly values most about DHAS is the commitment, passion, dedication and achievements of its 300+ volunteers. Kelly currently serves as a Board Director and is actively involved in the staffing and bursaries ad hoc committees, as well as with community engagement.
Member at Large
Corrie Lane is thrilled to be joining DHAS in 2026. A Chartered Professional Accountant and lifelong Delta resident, he runs a local accounting practice and brings fifteen years of financial leadership experience to the board. Corrie is proud to advance DHAS’s mission and contribute to healthcare initiatives that directly benefit our community.
Don Phelps
Kathy Slater
Member at Large
Don Phelps has been a member of DHAS since 2022 and served on the Board since its inception in 2023. Currently in his second 2-year term, he is past Treasurer. He retired in 2020 from a satisfying career in design and construction management of engineering of tunnel and dam projects. Don is a dedicated advocate and supporter of the Delta Campus of Care and the Auxiliary Society through his work on the Board. He is grateful for the commitment and hard work of our volunteers and glad to be part of such an important organisation in our community.
Member at Large
Kathy Slater recently joined the DHAS, bringing with her 27 years of experience in the Federal Public Service. She possesses valuable expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder relations. Kathy is a firm believer in the importance of community and the impact of volunteerism. In 2022 she began volunteering with the Heron Hospice Society and is eager to contribute to the long-standing tradition of community service upheld by the DHAS.