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More firsts for Carewest residents
More than just a bus Leisure outings are only one of the ways Bus #47 is being used. These outings have proven to boost the mood of residents, decrease their depression and aggression, and ultimately have a ripple effect on Carewest staff and the other residents. Day trips to places like Mount Lorette Ponds in Kananaskis, or PaSu Farm just north of the city, allow residents the chance to experience a world that would otherwise be unavailable to them. “Carewest Bus #47 plays an indispensable role in enhancing the quality of life of residents living at Rouleau Manor. We are truly grateful for the donation that made the purchase of the bus possible.” —EMILY, RECREATION THERAPIST AT ROULEAU MANOR Carewest Bus #47 has also been used for regional emergency response and evacuation support. The devastating wildfires Alberta and the Northwest Territories experienced in the summer of 2023 resulted in long-term care and medical patients requiring relocation. Bus #47 was used to transport evacuees to and from the Calgary airport to their temporary shelters around the city.
Photo credit: Carewest Dr. Vernon Fanning CCC Recreation
Adults of various ages living with diverse physical, cognitive, and mental health conditions call Carewest home. The Carewest transportation fleet is vital to the public care provider’s mandate to enhance residents’ quality of life. Thanks to the generous support of Calgary Health Foundation donors, the newest Carewest vehicle, Bus #47, is at the heart of the Carewest fleet. With the addition of this new bus, Carewest can continue to offer its residents memorable experiences and opportunities to connect.
Did you know?
Through your donations, Calgary Health Foundation supports 12 Carewest facilities in Calgary. Carewest programs and services cover a range of care including long- term care, rehabilitation and recovery services, and community programs.
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