Built in 2008, Sunridge Place, the Arbours a complex care facility is constructed of five side-by-side buildings each separated by beautiful gardens which are accessible from the main floor and viewable from patios on the second floor. The building join together by a corridor running through the centre of the site, called the "Street". On either side of the Street there are resident care units we call houses.

There are a total of 17 houses we group into four neighbourhoods, one of which is specially designed for dementia care. The center building also houses the resident activity area, kitchen, laundry, reception and administrative offices.

Sunridge Place site on an entire city block also has a four storey assisted living apartment call the Meadows. The Meadows and the Arbours provide a campus of care.

Building Amenities

Each neighbourhood house is comprised of eight to eleven private rooms with a common lounge area or dining area. The center building features the Fireside Lounge, a hair salon, bistro kitchenette, conference room and a resident tuck shop where sundries such as toiletries and sweets can be purchased.

Neighbourhood/Community Amenities

Located in the heart of Duncan restaurants, mall and speciality shops are one to three block away.

Accreditation Status

The facility to planning to apply for accreditation in 2011.
Accreditation is an external peer review process to assess and improve the services health care organizations provide to their patients and clients, based on standards of excellence set by Accreditation Canada. For more information, visit here: http://www.accreditation.ca/en/default.aspx.

Philosophy of Care

Through the fellowship of a united team spirit, the owners, staff, families, volunteers, and allied professionals, will create a bond between them that will foster a welcoming, respectful, and supportive community for all residents.

Is Accommodation Private or Shared?

Private

Type of Accommodation

There 160 private bedrooms in the facility. Each has it own bathroom with shower. Each room is equipped with an electric bed, armour and dresser.

Cost

Residents pay up to 80% of their after-tax income which covers the cost of food and accommodation.

Special Recreational Opportunities

Surrounded in a beautiful setting, The Arbours is designed to meet our Residents activity needs.  Some activities include:  guest speakers, talented musicians, church services, bingo and music trivia, exercises, and scheduled outings.  All programs are included in the facility rate; however an exception would be for attendance to a specified recreation programs (i.e. lunch outing, country drive) where a minimal fee may be required.

Accessibility

The Arbours has security features that require the knowledge of special codes to unlock specific access doors. Two resident elevators allow for comfortable travel between the two floors.  All resident rooms are equipped with ceiling track should a mechanical lift be required. All bathrooms have been designed to allow for room to move around with a walker or wheelchair, higher toilets, and safety grab bars located throughout the facility support residents’ independence.

Motorized Scooter Policy

Residents wishing motorized personal transport such as electric wheel chair must go through a screening process to ensure safe operation. For more information regarding this policy we recommend speaking to our Social Worker.

Pet Policy

Residence can not bring their pets to live at the facility. However, there are visiting animals and family and friends are able to bring their pets in to visit. All visiting animals must pose no risk to the other residents. For further information on our pet policy we recommend speaking to our Recreation Therapist.

Smoking Policy

Non smoking.