Amenities

While each of our homes is a little unique, all of our homes offer:

• pleasant bedrooms that you can make your own
• attractive dining rooms
• cozy gathering places
• large common areas
• recreation and social programs
• laundry services
• café and gift shop (coming soon to Deer Park Villa)
• internet access
• beautiful outdoor gardens
• mail and newspaper delivery
• personal trust account access

Telephone, hairdressing/barber services, dental care, foot care, in-room internet service and cable are available at an additional cost.

Activities

A range of recreation, leisure and social activities are offered at all our homes which cater to your individual needs and interests and help you keep physically, socially and intellectually active.  Your family members are welcome to join you in participating.

Individual activities may include:

• crosswords
• reading
• number puzzles
• using a computer

Small group activities may include:

• news/discussion groups
• storytelling
• games such as trivia, bingo, cards
• music
• exercise

Large group activities may include:

• holiday and birthday celebrations
• theme parties
• barbecues and picnics
• movies
• worship services

Outings may include:

• shopping
• dining
• theatre
• casino
• church events
• tours  such as fall colours, Christmas lights, spring blossoms

Our Auxiliaries are also very active in planning social activities and fundraisers within our homes in addition to operating the gift/tuck shops.

Visiting volunteers from community groups may offer:

• palliative care visiting
• pet visits
• therapeutic touch

View a sample weekly activity schedule for a long-term home.

Rehabilitation

Ambulation programs, active exercises, stretching, bed exercise and one-to-one treatments by rehabilitation staff increase and maintain your independence and mobility. If rehabilitation, physio or occupational therapy is part of your care requirement, staff will work with a physiotherapist to carry out your treatment plan.

Respite Care

Overnight and short-stay respite for individuals without Alzheimer's disease or dementia is provided at some of our long-term care homes, as available, with full access to regular in-home activities.

As a caregiver, respite provides you with a much needed break and peace of mind knowing that your loved one is well cared for in your absence.

• respite care supports individuals still living at home
• individuals must be medically and behaviourally stable
  
• enhances individual's functional abilities and quality of life
  
• medical care will continue to be the responsibility of the individual's attending physician, although the homes' medical director may become involved, as needed
  
• upon completion of the respite stay, staff will assess the individual's need for transition back to community living and recommend supports, as needed

Residents' Councils

Each of our homes has a Residents' Council. Any resident may take part in discussions of ideas and/or concerns regarding all aspects of care and activities which have an influence on the quality of life in the home.

Family Advisory Council

Each home has a Family Advisory Council, through which your family members have the opportunity to discuss matters of a broad nature that relate to the home and the quality of life of all the individuals living within the home.