The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program (HELP) opened for business in a temporary space at Boundary Hospital in Grand Forks this past Monday.
Hospital administration has provided space on the lower level, including staff support.
Hours of operation for client services will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Clients will be greeted by Red Cross volunteers in the lobby area of the hospital, and then directed to the temporary location to borrow or return health equipment.
Clients and healthcare professionals may make contact by phone at 250-442-2608 or by fax 250- 442-8381.
A new location for the service is currently being sought and individuals or groups with space to donate are encouraged to contact the Red Cross.
More information on the program can be found at www.redcross.ca/bcsoutherninteriorFor more information, contact: Liza Soukoroff, Program Assistant Canadian Red Cross, B.C. Southern Interior. Toll-free: 1-800-761-0099, ext 102, 250-365-3911 (office) or 250-608-0742 (cell).