Introduction
Blenheim Lodge, located at 3263 Blenheim Street in Vancouver, is a long-term care facility nestled in a residential area of the city. The neighbourhood offers a peaceful environment with tree-lined streets and easy access to local amenities.
Established in 1969, the facility is operated by the Calling Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing care for seniors.
The lodge is not co-located with an assisted living residence; it exclusively offers long-term care services.
The average wait time for admission to Blenheim Lodge is approximately 3 months.
Contracted Services
Professional nursing services and non-regulated services such as care aides are not provided through contracted arrangements at this facility.
Food services are provided by the operator, with meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement allows Blenheim Lodge to directly manage dietary needs and ensure meal quality.
Housekeeping services and plant/building maintenance are not provided through external contracts, indicating these services are managed internally by the facility’s staff.
Beds
Blenheim Lodge has a total of 98 beds, of which 94 are publicly funded.
The room configuration consists of approximately 79% single-occupancy rooms (64 rooms) and 21% double-occupancy rooms (17 rooms), offering residents a choice between private and shared accommodations.
Resident Fees
Monthly resident fees do not include cable, telephone, or internet services. Residents are responsible for arranging and covering the costs for these services, which may require additional planning and expenses to stay connected and entertained.
No additional extra fees are indicated.
Licensing & Incidents
In the 2022/23 period, there were no licensing complaints reported at Blenheim Lodge.
Reported incidents during this period included expected deaths (21), falls with injury or adverse events (16), unexpected illnesses (7), disease outbreaks or occurrences (2), other injuries (1), and aggressive behaviour (1). These figures highlight the importance of ongoing health and safety measures within Blenheim Lodge.
There were two licensing infractions noted, categorized under policies and procedures (1) and records and reporting (1). These infractions suggest areas where Blenheim Lodge may focus on improving compliance and operational practices.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents is 88 years, with 78.6% being female and 65.6% aged 85 years or older. The average length of stay is approximately 3.7 years.
About 27.7% of residents are diagnosed with depression, and 53.1% are receiving depression medication. Additionally, 35.6% of residents are taking antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 4.5% exhibit physically abusive behaviour. These statistics underscore the importance of mental health support and careful medication management within Blenheim Lodge.
Residents with dementia, ranging from mild to severe, make up 76.3% of the population, while 65.3% have severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This indicates a significant need for specialized cognitive care and support services.
Approximately 49.7% of residents are taking nine or more medications, and none have had four or more emergency room visits. These figures highlight the complexity of managing multiple health conditions and the importance of coordinated healthcare services.
Over half of the residents (52.8%) use wheelchairs, and 44.9% are dependent in activities of daily living. Additionally, 2.4% have experienced a worsened pressure ulcer. These indicators reflect the need for mobility assistance, personal care support, and effective pressure ulcer prevention strategies.
Falls in the last 30 days were reported for 15.2% of residents, and 2.2% are subjected to daily physical restraints. These statistics emphasize the importance of fall prevention measures and careful consideration of restraint use within Blenheim Lodge.
Vaccination Coverage
In the 2022/23 period, 94.6% of residents were vaccinated for influenza, and 90.0% were vaccinated for COVID-19.
Among health care workers at Blenheim Lodge, 96.9% were vaccinated for influenza.