SMITHERS, B.C. – A new long-term care home has been approved for Smithers, B.C. which will bring 160 new publicly-funded beds to the community.
The home replaces 56 beds at Bulkley Valley Lodge, for a total of 216 beds. The new home will be built and operated by Providence Living in partnership with Northern Health under a project development agreement, a release said.
The new home will be designed as households with each accommodating 12 residents and every resident having a private single-bed room and bathroom. It will include social and recreational spaces such as living rooms, dining rooms, activity areas and access to outdoor spaces.
The long-term care home will also offer a 32-space adult day program designed to support older adults living independently at home, the release said.
Â鶹´«Ã½¸ßÇåion of the home is expected to begin in spring 2028 with the facility expected to be open for residents in 2030.
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