Additional residential care beds approved for Interior Health

Interior Health’s Board of Directors has approved a significant investment in seniors’ care through a competitive bid process announced today for the development of 243 residential care beds in communities across Interior Health.

“By adding more beds throughout the Interior, we’re ensuring that seniors can have the best care possible closer to their loved ones,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “This announcement also aligns with our strategic vision of strengthening supports in the community.”

Following a thorough review of communities, the following areas will see new beds through the bid process:
•Cranbrook 30 beds
•Kamloops 48 beds
•Penticton 35 beds
•Salmon Arm 60 beds
•Williams Lake 70 beds

The exact locations of the new beds will be determined by the competitive bid process.