Public invited to enhanced respite open house next week

BARRHEAD — Local and area residents are invited to a community open house next week to learn more about the Enhanced Respite Day Program.

This out-of-home day program offers medically stable clients recreation activities such as music, art, crafts, games and exercise, as well as basic personal care. Respite decreases social isolation and keeps clients engaged, allowing them to live at home longer. It also provides a break for caregivers. The program runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The cost is $10 per visit to cover meal costs.

The open house will be held Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., in the centre lounge of the Dr. W.R. Keir - Barrhead Continuing Care Centre. Participants can speak with AHS staff members, ask questions and learn how the day program supports clients and caregivers.

Call 780-674-4506 for more information about the open house and the Enhanced Respite Day Program, which celebrates its one-year anniversary this month.

Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.