County working with Algonquin College to bring more PSWs to the area

Algonquin College is partnering with Renfrew County to bring more personal support workers to the area.

The partnership sees a PSW program being offered at Bonnechere Manor in Renfrew for Algonquin College students.

Shelley Sheedy, Director of Long-term Care for the county, says this real-world experience will help students as they learn.

However, Sheedy also says this doesn’t mean the PSW program will be exclusive to the manor.

Sheedy says that with such a quick turnaround with a shortened program, lots of long-term care homes in Renfrew County will benefit as a result.