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  • Therapeutic Recreation at Riverview: Fostering Joy & Connection

    At Riverview Health Centre, life continues to evolve in meaningful ways. Therapeutic recreation at Riverview Health Centre isn’t just a schedule of activities, it’s an opportunity to nurture relationships, reconnect with personal interests, and experience joy in everyday moments. Laurence (not pictured), who thrives on social connection, begins his mornings... Read more »

  • Hope for Alzheimer’s Research at Riverview Health Centre

    Alzheimer’s disease is more than just memory loss – it affects every part of a person’s life, often bringing other health challenges like anxiety, depression, or vascular issues. Alzheimer’s research at Riverview Health Centre is progressing, with a dedicated team of researchers working to better understand these connections and find... Read more »

    Dr. Zahra Moussavi and Professor Brian Lithgow, Alzheimer's researchers at Riverview Health Centre
  • Full Circle at RHC

    Linda was a nursing student when Riverview Health Centre was the Winnipeg Municipal Hospital in the ‘60s. This was when the facility was the top place for treatment for diseases like polio. There were three buildings – King Edward, King George, and Princess Elizabeth – the only building left. “When... Read more »

  • Andre Makes Himself at Home at RHC

    One day at Riverview Health Centre, resident Andre took a broom and started happily sweeping the road leading up to the Centre. A security guard then came and told him there is already a team that does that. So Andre said, alright, and went on his way. The next day,... Read more »