Contact
Access to subsidized residential care is coordinated by Health Authority staff. For more information on subsidized residential care, contact the Home Health Office nearest you. Please do not contact the Operator directly regarding subsidized residential care. For information on private residential care, please refer to the Seniors Housing Directory of BC.
Capacity
Publicly Subsidized Units: 75
Private-Pay Units: 0
Building Description
Built in 2005, a two story building with all the rooms on the main floor and the amenities (kitchen, maintenance, laundry, etc.) on the lower level. All rooms are private room with showers. The site is surrounded with trees, grass, a small orchard and numerous plants. The building has wide hallways and handrails to assist the elders.
Building Amenities
The building features many amenities and services including lounges, hair salon, media room, board room, library, activities room, private dinning room, elder kitchen and outdoor courtyards. Internet access is available.
Neighbourhood /Community Amenities
Located next door to a seniors home and numerous apartment, many with seniors. Downtown area is a short distance away with full servicers such as restaurants, banking, recreation, pharmacies, etc.
Accreditation Status
Not Accredited
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Philosophy of Care
Arrowsmith operated with the Eden Philosohy of Care. Eden address helplessness, hopelessness and boredom which are suffered by almost all elders who are in institutions.
Is Accommodation Private or Shared?
Private
Type of Accommodation
74 complex care beds and one respite.
Cost
Residents pay up to 80% of their after tax income which covers the cost of food and accommodation.
Special Recreational Opportunities
A fully staffed activities department which provides a wide range of activities for all the elders.
Accessibility
There is a bus stop located on the front street. Handi-dart will pick up right outside the door.
Motorized Scooter Policy
Motorized scooters are not allowed.
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed. However, we do have dog visiting.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not allowed by the staff. Smoking for the elders is in designated areas only.
Safety/Security Features
Security checks are conducted nightly. The facility has locked doors with FOB (computer chip) access only.
Facility-specific Restrictions
Psycho-geriatric elders are not accepted.