Five transitional care beds at the Granite Ridge Retirement Residence in Gravenhurst will transition to an Alternate Health Facility (AHF) designation.
According to Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare, the designated beds at Granite Ridge will operate as an extension of the hospital system and will be considered a hospital site.
Officials said the five dedicated beds will support patients classified as Alternate Level of Care (ALC), who no longer require acute hospital services but are unable to return to their previous living arrangements. These patients are often awaiting placement in rehabilitation programs, long-term care, or other funded settings.
Hospital staff said that with anticipated stays of fewer than 90 days, the AHF beds at Granite Ridge will play a vital role in freeing up acute care capacity within the hospital.
Kim Sander, administrator at Granite Ridge, said this marks an important step forward in delivering “the right care, in the right place, at the right time.”
“At Granite Ridge Retirement Residence, we take great pride in providing a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals during key moments in their care journey,” said Sander. “This collaboration strengthens our shared commitment to improving patient flow and enhancing care across the region. We look forward to building an innovative future together and making a lasting, positive impact in our community.”
