Construction begins on 60-bed nursing home in Oromocto, N.B. [Video]

Construction that just started on a new nursing home in Oromocto, N.B., is expected to be finished in roughly two years and will add 60 beds to the province’s nursing home network.

“There has been a significant focus on increasing the number of nursing home beds in the province, and Oromocto is part of this effort,” said Social Development Minister Jill Green.

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The new facility on Sebani Street will be built and operated by Enhanced Living, which already provides long-term care services in Oromocto and Gagetown, N.B.

It also operates several nursing homes on Prince Edward Island.

“New facilities like this one will help us ensure all seniors have access to the right level of care at the right time,” said Kathy Bockus, minister responsible for seniors.

“I am so pleased to see the start of …