Resources and Links
Covid 19: Resources for seniors and their caregivers. Use the following resources to learn how you can prevent COVID-19 and find tips on taking care of your physical and mental health.
Community Living BC support and services for adults with developmental disabilities and their families in British Columbia.
Health Canada – Seniors Healthy Living If you are a senior, look for ways to keep yourself healthy, strong and flexible. Staying healthy is an important way for you to keep your independence.
Health Canada – Seniors and Aging – Preventing Falls in and around Your Home Anyone can fall, but the risk of falling becomes greater with age. There are a number of simple steps you can take in and around your home to help prevent falls and the injuries caused by falling.
actionpact.com For more information on the Household Model Of Care, and Culture Change in Seniors Care.
Summerland Chamber of Commerce The Summerland Chamber of Commerce invites you to explore our town and see what Summerland has to offer, whether you are here for a visit or a lifetime.
DrugWatch for Seniors A page with up to date info regarding recalls, FDA approvals, prescription drugs, and information for seniors.
Penticton and Wine Country Chamber of Commerce Penticton is a warm and welcoming lakeside community that is one of Canada’s most appealing
www.bcsla.ca/seniors-families/faq/ B.C. Seniors Living Association helps to explain the difference between Seniors Independent Living, Seniors Assisted Living and Long Term Care for Seniors.
Guide to Hearing Loss - covers preventative tips, common causes, treatments, and much more.
Stroke Information and Resource Guide - information on the causes, signs and symptoms, treatments and interventions when experiencing stroke conditions.
https://www.nursinghomeabusecenter.com, https://www.nursinghomeabuse.org/ According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), approximately 1 in 10 Americans aged 60+ have experienced some form of elder abuse. It is estimated that upwards of 10 million seniors are abused each year. Our mission is simple, to be the top online resource educating the public on the risks of senior abuse in an attempt to save lives and rebuild shattered trust.
FAQ's
Do you have respite care? Yes, we provide respite and convalescence. Please call us for more details.
How many single rooms do you have? We have 9 single rooms in our facility.
Are suites available for married couples? Yes. Please call us for more details.
Does each room have it’s own bathroom? Yes, each room has a 2-piece bathroom en-suite.
Do all rooms have a telephone hookup? Yes.
Do all rooms have a cable hook-up? Yes.
May I bring my own furniture? Yes. We encourage you to bring your own small pieces of familiar furniture for your room.
Are there sprinkler systems in place? Yes, and we are regularly inspected by the fire department.
Is housekeeping and laundry included in the monthly fee? Yes.
Is there air-conditioning? The house is fully air-conditioned for your comfort.
Are there pets in the home? Pets are welcome to visit.
May I drink alcohol? Yes. We keep our residents alcohol in our medication room fridge. We require a doctor’s letter stating that it is safe for you to be served alcohol, to avoid any medical complications.
May I smoke in my room? We are a non-smoking facility. Arrangements can be made to smoke in a covered area outside.
Do I need to move to a different facility if I become ill? No. We are licensed to care for our residents until the end of their lifetime.
Is there a resident’s committee? We schedule an annual resident/family council meeting. We also schedule regular social activities for our residents and their families. We encourage feedback from our residents and families on an ongoing basis. Communication is key to providing a happy and safe home environment.