Province planning for hundreds more long-term care beds in Regina

The province is is planning to add hundreds of long-term care beds in Regina.

“The province is moving forward with a plan to develop approximately 600 long-term care beds in Regina, to meet the needs of seniors and build capacity for the future,” a provincial government news release said.

The announcement on Wednesday is for the addition of nearly 250 specialized beds to the support people with mental health needs, dementia and other complex needs.

Another 350 beds will also be added. Distribution will be finalized through detailed planning, according to the release.

“We are committed to providing the best possible services for residents who need long-term care in Regina and area,” Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Seniors, and Rural and Remote Health Everett Hindley said.

“This significant project to add new beds will meet their needs and ensure safe and healthy environments for both residents and staff.”

The Ministry of SaskBuilds and Procurement is working with the Ministry of Health and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) on planning and design for the facility. The SHA will own and operate it.

Timelines for construction will be confirmed later this year.

Replacing and repairing long-term care beds in Regina is part of the province’s $2 billion stimulus plan for economic pandemic recovery.