The federal government is set to roll out the new Canada Disability Benefit this summer, but the move will impact individuals receiving AISH payments in Alberta.
Southern Alberta Self-Help Association’s vision is to ensure individuals with severe and/or persistent mental illness have a safe space, the capabilities to be successful and recognize their own value and contributions to their communities. Â
Community support is the ultimate driving force behind the Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association being able to make their new adaptive cart a reality.
Students in Lethbridge Polytechnic's Therapeutic Recreation - Gerontology program raised funds to support the Lethbridge Elder Abuse Response Network during an awareness initiative in February.
At the end of the month the Southern Alberta Individualized Planning Association will be closing its doors after what is described as an "abrupt and unforeseen loss of critical funding."
Officials say there is no firm date for when the Lethbridge Shelter expansion will be completed and open for use, but say crews are working as fast as they can to get the project complete.
Five women are being recognized for their contributions to the Lethbridge community during next month's annual Lethbridge and District YWCA Women of Distinction awards.