By rdnewsNOW staff

Alberta Blue Cross doles out 2025 Community Wellbeing grants

Oct 21, 2025 | 2:17 PM

Three Red Deer organizations are benefiting from the 2025 Community Wellbeing grant, presented by Alberta Blue Cross.

The grant supports the diverse work of community agencies promoting the physical, mental, and social wellbeing of Albertans, and was launched in 2023 in conjunction with the organization’s 75th anniversary.

It grants 50 groups $1,000.

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The Golden Circle of Red Deer’s Seniors’ Society provides programs, activities, information, resources and outreach for older adults, their families and caregivers. The Community Wellbeing grant will be used to cover facilitator fees, program materials and venue costs for its wellness program, Move Your Mood, which offers guided activities led by professionals specializing in movement therapy.

John Howard Society of Red Deer

The John Howard Society of Red Deer helps people who are involved in the justice system by offering a variety of programs and services, including information, referrals and hands-on support, to help clients work toward positive goals and build stronger connections in the community. With the Community Wellbeing grant, the society plans to purchase recreation equipment, games and passes for local facilities. These resources will support participants, their families and children, as well as others in recovery, in becoming more physically, mentally and socially active.

Parkland Community Living and Supports Society

Parkland Community Living and Supports Society provides services for children and adults with developmental disabilities, along with support for their families. The society offers comprehensive care, supporting individuals from infancy through to end-of-life and palliative care. The Community Wellbeing grant will support current programs by providing adaptive fitness and sports equipment, drawing tablets, writing sessions, musical instruments and craft supplies.

The full list of the 2025 recipients and their stories are available on the Alberta Blue Cross community website.