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The North Okanagan Hospice Society welcomes their patients back after evacuating them from the building a little over two weeks ago.
On May 9 high water levels along BX Creek put the building at risk of flooding.
“Our number one priority is safe, quality care,” said Elsie Swartz, care team leader of the North Okanagan Hospice Society. “We are grateful for the quick response from Interior Health’s exceptional health-care professionals and the City of Vernon’s Emergency Preparedness team in our time of need.”
Hospice Society patients were staying at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital from May 9 to 24.
“We wish to thank everyone involved for ensuring that a high level of safety, care and comfort was maintained for our patients and their families during the relocation. We also thank our staff, volunteers and the community for their ongoing support. We look forward to resuming our regular operations and welcoming everyone back to Hospice House.”
BX Creek water levels have now stabilized and the risk of flooding is minimal.
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