The Regional Chaleur Hospital launches the Healthy Trail: a space dedicated to children’s overall health

Vitalité Health Network, November 3, 2023 – The Vitalité Health Network is taking action to counter childhood obesity and promote the physical and mental health of children through the launch of the Healthy Trail. This innovative project by the Chaleur Regional Hospital, carried out in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals, was officially launched on November 2.

At the entrance of the Healthy Trails entrance, from left to right: René Beaudet, President, UCT; Dr. Natalie Banville, Senior Vice-President of Client Programs and Medical Affairs; Carole Beaudet, Acting Director of Hospital Activities – Chaleur Regional Hospital; Martine des Roches, Vice-President, Primary Care Network, Medavie Health Services NB; Kim Chamberlain, Mayor, City of Bathurst; Jean-Guy Robichaud, Chairman, Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation; Diane Savoie-Morneault, psychologist, Chaleur Regional Hospital; Jennifer O'Donnell, Speech-Language Pathologist and Clinical Coordinator; Daniel Guitard, Mayor, Municipality of Belle-Baie; and Denis Landry, Mayor, Municipality des Hautes-Terres

At the entrance of the Healthy Trails entrance, from left to right: René Beaudet, President, UCT; Dr. Natalie Banville, Senior Vice-President of Client Programs and Medical Affairs; Carole Beaudet, Acting Director of Hospital Activities – Chaleur Regional Hospital; Martine des Roches, Vice-President, Primary Care Network, Medavie Health Services NB; Kim Chamberlain, Mayor, City of Bathurst; Jean-Guy Robichaud, Chairman, Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation; Diane Savoie-Morneault, psychologist, Chaleur Regional Hospital; Jennifer O'Donnell, Speech-Language Pathologist and Clinical Coordinator; Daniel Guitard, Mayor, Municipality of Belle-Baie; and Denis Landry, Mayor, Municipality des Hautes-Terres

The Healthy Trail includes a walking area with benches and natural obstacles, a training circuit adapted to young people and their families, as well as a play area for teenagers designed to encourage communication and relaxation. A community garden for adults has been added to the trail as a therapeutic tool.

“This project reflects the commitment to overall community health, especially that of its children”, said Jean-Guy Robichaud, Chair of the Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation.

“The Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation is very proud to continue its partnership with the Vitalité Health Network. This creative project is an additional tool for our hospital’s healthcare professionals to better serve and care for patients of all ages who suffer from mental health issues. Thanks to the generosity of our partners, we have been able to provide physical facilities for the Healthy Trail with an investment of nearly $200,000,” he said.

This initiative will enable healthcare professionals to develop a program in partnership with people who experienced mental health issues and community resources.

From letf to right: René Beaudet, President, UCT; Jean-Guy Robichaud, Chairman, Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation; Martine des Roches, Vice-President, Primary Care Network, Medavie Health Services NB; Kim Chamberlain, Mayor, City of Bathurst; Carole Beaudet, Acting Director of Hospital Activities, Chaleur Regional Hospital; Dr. Natalie Banville, Senior Vice-President of Client Programs and Medical Affairs; and Diane Savoie-Morneault, psychologist, Chaleur Regional Hospital

From letf to right: René Beaudet, President, UCT; Jean-Guy Robichaud, Chairman, Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation; Martine des Roches, Vice-President, Primary Care Network, Medavie Health Services NB; Kim Chamberlain, Mayor, City of Bathurst; Carole Beaudet, Acting Director of Hospital Activities, Chaleur Regional Hospital; Dr. Natalie Banville, Senior Vice-President of Client Programs and Medical Affairs; and Diane Savoie-Morneault, psychologist, Chaleur Regional Hospital