Accreditation Canada award to be presented at Regional Council

Whitby, Ontario – Members of the media are advised that an Accreditation Canada award, earned by the Region’s four long-term care homes—Fairview Lodge, Hillsdale Estates, Hillsdale Terraces and Lakeview Manor—and three Adult Day programs, will be presented during the next meeting of Durham Regional Council.

When: Regional Council meeting, Wednesday, September 12 beginning at 9:30 a.m. Photo opportunities will take place during the Presentations portion of the agenda.

Where: The Regional Municipality of Durham Headquarters, 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby

Why: The Region of Durham, Social Services Department, Long-Term Care and Services for Seniors Division achieved Accreditation with Exemplary Standing.

Note: Accreditation Canada is a non-profit, independent corporation that has been helping organizations promote quality health care and adhere to national standards of excellence for more than 55 years. To learn more about Accreditation Canada, please visit www.accreditation.ca.

The Region serves the community with the provision of 847 long-term care beds and three Adult Day programs. For more information, please visit durham.ca.

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