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Glenrose Rehab Pool's Future Secured with $6.5M Funding
8 Jan
Summary
- Alberta government contributes half of the $6.5 million needed for the new pool.
- The Glenrose Hospital Foundation will fundraise the remaining cost.
- The new therapeutic pool is expected to open in 2028.
The Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital in Edmonton will soon feature a new therapeutic pool, following the closure of its aging predecessor over a year ago due to structural and safety issues. The Alberta government announced its commitment to cover half of the $6.5 million project cost, with the Glenrose Hospital Foundation tasked with fundraising the remainder.
This development is met with enthusiasm by patients and staff alike. Matt Rawluk, a former patient, shared the profound impact the pool had on his recovery from Guillain-Barré syndrome, describing it as a "therapeutic peace" and a safe space for regaining mobility and confidence. He recounted taking his first steps independently in the pool after an 88-day hospital stay.
The new facility is anticipated to open its doors in 2028. Pediatric recreation therapist Shannell Corrodas-Kasper highlighted the challenges faced by patients lacking on-site pool access, emphasizing the need for warmer water, easy accessibility for mobility aids, and a sensory-friendly environment. The foundation is preparing for significant donor announcements soon.
