Drayton Valley now has additional continuing care beds, offering Alberta Health Services’ highest level of supportive living.
The 12 new Supportive Living Level 4 (SL4) beds are located in the Seasons Retirement Community on 47 Street. They are designed for people with more complex medical needs that are predictable and can be safely managed. That includes instances where an individual may require chronic disease management and assistance with some daily activities.
Seasons expects to open 12 more SL4 beds in Drayton Valley over the next several months.
“This is a great benefit for Drayton Valley,” said MLA Mark Smith in a media release. “Residents can be confident that they, or their loved ones, will be provided a high level of supportive living care right here in the community.”
SL4 beds were first introduced to the community last summer, when Seasons transitioned 16 beds in Drayton Valley. The decision to offer this higher level of care was made following a thorough review, and consideration of current and future needs of the community.
“I’m proud of the work we’re doing to increase choices and options for seniors,” said Lori Sparrow, AHS Senior Operating Officer, Seniors Health, Central Zone. “Providing more Albertans the opportunity to age in place, in familiar surroundings near family and loved ones, is an important cornerstone of enhancing care in the community.”
Once all new beds are added, Drayton Valley will have 40 SL4 beds. The aim is to ensure residents continue to receive the appropriate level of care while staying in the community as their needs change.
“We are excited to increase our capacity for care,” said Nicole Almost, Senior Regional Director, Resident and Guest Services, Seasons Retirement Communities. “We have continued to see the demand for this level of care rise, and this allows us to support even more residents and help keep more people in their local community.”
