Fort Nelson increases after-hours home support
Last year, Fort Nelson implemented changes to health services in the community by increasing the hours for home support services, a change that has seen very positive feedback and results! “Famil...
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Community collaboration in Fort Nelson results in better care
“It’s a team thing,” says Tony LaRocque. “I know that’s the secret to making anything work on a community level – just collaborating. Know the resources in the community and work together....
Adult Day Away Program: Supporting Fort Nelson seniors in active aging
(Note: events in this story happened before the COVID-19 pandemic. Care might look a little different right now to take the necessary precautions to keep staff and patients safe.) The Adult Day Awa...
Fort Nelson General Hospital: New Roof
In times of cold and also when the temperature fluctuates, one truly appreciates a new roof! The Fort Nelson General Hospital received the new roof this fall. Final details (i.e., the flashi...
Fort Nelson HIV Awareness Week: using language to break down barriers
Language is a powerful thing. It connects to who we are and how we see ourselves. So, when someone takes the time to reach out in your own language, instead of expecting you to understand theirs, it m...
Happy retirement to Fort Nelson Head Nurse Betty Asher
For 38 years, Betty Asher has been a constant presence at the Fort Nelson Hospital as the nurse manager, caring for staff and patients. At the end of March, Betty closed this chapter of her life and r...
Growing local food in Fort Nelson
Northern Health's IMAGINE Community Grants provide funding to a variety of groups with projects that make Northern communities healthier. Our hope is that these innovative projects inspire healthy com...