Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation presents Courage Awards to three
former Glenrose patients

EDMONTON, Nov. 4 /CNW/ - In celebration of the opening of the Building Trades of Alberta Courage Centre, the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation (GRHF) will present the fifth annual Courage Awards to three former Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (GRH) patients. Motivating others with their determination, Pat Jones (Tofield), Morgan Fischer (Irma) and John Koss (Jasper) have overcome tremendous obstacles while on their rehabilitation journeys.

"We hear such incredible stories when we ask for nominations," notes John Chomiak, GRHF Board of Trustees Chair. "They are truly inspiring and we celebrate these Courage Award recipients for their amazing achievements. They remind us how one person's courage can provide encouragement for others. We also thank them for their willingness to share their rehabilitation stories."

    
    Date: Thursday, November 4, 2010

    Media Availability: 12 - 1 p.m.

    Ceremony: 1 - 2 p.m. (media are welcome to attend)

    Location: Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital, Dr. Bill Black Auditorium,
    Main Floor, 10230 111 Avenue
    

About the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation

The Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation is exactly that - a foundation on which to build hope, opportunity and independence for people who experience life-altering events through illness, injury or at birth. All funds raised are used to enhance patient care and support education, research and technology development.

For further information: Media Contact: Dinah Gray, Director of Communications, Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation, [phone] or [phone], [email protected]