Description

This 6-storey apartment style residence is conveniently located on Selkirk Waterfront near the Gorge waterway. Close proximity to community resources including the Royal Canadian Legion and local cafes/restaurants. There is a bus stop in front of the building and retail including a pharmacy within 6 blocks. Outdoor features include inviting grounds, patio areas and a waterfront walkway including the Galloping Goose Trail. There is a complex care facility on the same site.

Indoor Features

The building's in-house amenities include a family room, arts and craft room, hair salon, tuck shop, wellness centre, library/sun room, recreation room, resident kitchen and family dining room.

Unit Features

• Private studios (378 - 457 sq ft.) and 1-bedroom apartments (637 - 693 sq ft.)
• Ensuite bathrooms with step in shower.
• Wheelchair accessible units available.

Emergency Response

• Pendant-style personal alarm system.
• 24 hour on-site emergency response.

Environmental Considerations

• Manual or power wheelchairs used throughout.
• Scooter use outdoors only, designated storage available.

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.
• This setting is funded by Independent Living BC.

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.