People in Vernon will soon have greater access to care closer to home with construction underway on 90 new publicly funded long-term care beds in the community, as part of the largest one-time increase in long-term care beds in the Interior in more than 16 years.
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Community & Culture
Born and raised in Mexico, Alma has a deep love for Mexican culture, traditions and food. Bringing joy, connection and comfort to people motivates her everyday.
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Community & Culture
Vision Zero grants help communities make roads safer for all users but especially vulnerable ones. See how communities are putting their grants to use.
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Community & Culture
Adult day services programs offer social interaction & camaraderie for those who may lose their independence at home. They also provide a respite for caregivers
/stories/creating-moments-joy-ihs-adult-day-services-programs
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Community & Culture, Health & Wellness
Worried about your child’s communication development? A speech-language pathologist can help! Learn about SLPs & this free service. It’s never too early to ask.
/stories/how-slps-help-babies-and-children-find-their-voice-early-life
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Health & Wellness
Bats play an essential role in our ecosystem, but can carry diseases like rabies. Learn the steps to take if you come in contact with a bat, alive or dead.
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Community & Culture
Erik Reimer brings comfort and support to both patients and staff at VJH. He offers a calm, reassuring presence to people during their most significant moments.
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