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PEI Seniors to Get 82 New Long-Term Care Beds
7 Oct
Summary
- Whisperwood in Charlottetown will gain 82 long-term care beds.
- The province is investing over $100 million for the expansion.
- All new beds are expected to be operational by 2029.
Whisperwood community care and nursing home in Charlottetown is expanding, with the addition of 82 new long-term care beds. The P.E.I. government has awarded the contract for this expansion to Enhanced Living, committing over $100 million across a 30-year agreement to support construction costs.
Once operational, the province estimates an annual cost of $10.1 million to help offset accommodation expenses. Premier Rob Lantz highlighted the expansion as crucial for managing a growing and aging population, while also relieving pressure on the hospital system. The government aims for the new beds to be available by 2029.
This initiative is part of a broader plan to increase long-term care capacity, with 222 beds under development across Charlottetown, Cornwall, and Summerside. Additionally, a request for proposals is out for up to 48 beds in Kings County. By 2029, P.E.I. expects to have 1,595 long-term care beds in total. Health officials are also planning for staff training and recruitment to meet the increased demand.
