Don Horne is a great character with a big heart and he just made a huge impact on health care in Pictou County. Rather than waiting to leave the gift in his Will he’s donating now — and getting to witness the impact. Get all the good news about how Don is living and giving with…
Continue ReadingFunding for health & wellness pilot project at Summer Street
Aberdeen Health Foundation’s CAS endowment is providing funds to Summer Street for a 12-month health and wellness pilot project. The program will provide information and promote healthy living to Summer Street’s clients via presentations, demonstrations and guest speakers. It will also introduce clients to different health and wellness opportunities that are available to them in…
Continue ReadingFamilies Matter in Mental Health
Do you have someone close to you with a mental health problem or illness? Families Matter in Mental Health 11-Week Group Program Education – Support – Coping Strategies for Family & Friends Cafeteria, 2nd floor NSCC Stellarton Campus 39 Acadia Avenue Stellarton, NS Thursday evenings 6:30 to 8:30 October 1st through to December 10th To…
Continue ReadingPictou County students gain experience in health field
This past summer, the Aberdeen Hospital once again partnered with the Chignecto-Central Regional School Board offering co-op placements for three students from Pictou County entering Grade 12 this September. Each student had to complete 200 hours of placement in a range of health professions throughout the organization. The Aberdeen Health Foundation is pleased to provide…
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