AHS invites public to provide input on Sundre Hospital

Community consultation will help determine future use of hospital space

SUNDRE – Alberta Health Services (AHS) will be collaborating with local community leaders, physicians and the public to explore options for using a soon to be vacated space at the Sundre Hospital and Care Centre.
The space is currently used for long term care, and will become vacant when residents move to the new Mountain View Seniors Housing facility in July.

“We want to engage our community in determining the best use for this space in the hospital,” said Kerry Bales, Chief Zone Officer, Central Zone, Alberta Health Services. “There are several options for the space, and before any decisions are made, we would like to hear the opinions of those working in the health system, including physicians and other clinicians in the area, as well as the general public and community leaders.”

The consultation will involve discussion with stakeholders, the local Health Advisory Council, business and community leaders, as well as an opportunity for public members to participate in the process.

“We want to work with community members and look at the best evidence available about the use of health services in Sundre in order to meet the health needs of the community now and in the future,” says Bales.

“We are looking forward to next steps and making sure that the Sundre Hospital and Care Centre remains an important health resource to the community.”

Further information about additional engagement opportunities, including how residents can be involved, will be shared with the community in the coming weeks. A mailing list is being created to share that information as it develops. If you are interested in participating, please send your contact information to sundre@ahs.ca.

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.

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