Description

This seniors oriented, completely renovated (2002) steel and concrete building is located close to the intersection of Douglas and Hillside. The building has 99 suites built in an urban setting close to all shops, restaurants and main bus routes. Includes rear entrance for Handi-dart or family pickup. Parking is available on site in a secured compound.

The building is built around two open-air landscaped courtyards and a rooftop garden is used in the summer months.

Indoor Features

The building has three floors with two elevators. The interior is accessible for wheelchair and scooter use. Wide corridors lead into many cozy lounge areas on each floor and a large dining room is situated on the second floor. A library, large social lounge, exercise room, tub room and hair salon are located throughout the building.

Unit Features

• Studio and one-bedroom suites, some with private balconies.
• 31 different floor plans make each suite unique.
• Four suites have been designed for physically challenged clients.
• Each unit has a kitchenette with full-size fridge and spaces for microwave - no stoves.
• Large closets for storage.
• Bathrooms have walk in showers.
• Grab rails installed by building staff on request.

Emergency Response

• Pendant-style personal alarm system.
• 24 hour on-site emergency response.
• Secured entrance evenings/nights.

Environmental Considerations

• Manual or power wheelchair use throughout.
• Scooters used throughout building.

Cost

• Residents pay 70% of their after-tax income for the full package of services.
• Residents under age 65 receiving income assistance pay a pre-determined set rate.
• Residents with higher incomes pay up to a maximum amount based on comparative private services.
• Some units in this setting are funded by Independent Living BC.
• Tenants of this setting who may be eligible for SAFER subsidy will be notified to apply. If a subsidy is granted, it must be redirected to VIHA.

Exit Criteria

• If an individual experiences a permanent decline in their health condition, a significant increase in care needs, or an inability to make decisions on their own behalf that cannot be reversed, a move from Assisted Living to a more appropriate setting will be necessary
• A VIHA Home and Community Care Case Manager will assist with this process as required.