Dialysis patients in Lethbridge can now alleviate some of their boredom, and get some exercise, thanks to the donation of three Nintendo Wii gaming systems recently given to the Southern Alberta Renal Program.

The donation was made by the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 4, poppy campaign. The Wii systems have been lauded by caregivers for its ability to stimulate patients’ minds and improve their overall motor functions.

The Southern Alberta Renal Program provides lifesaving dialysis treatments to more than 70 residents, some of whom are war veterans, are all from the Lethbridge area. The treatments can last up to five hours in duration. The donation of the Wii system allows the patients to have some fun as they wait for those hours to pass.

Originally posted 2009-04-11 21:21:56. Republished by Blog Post Promoter

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