Introduction
Broadway Lodge, located at 1377 Lamey’s Mill Road in Vancouver, is a long-term care facility situated near the scenic False Creek area. The neighbourhood offers a blend of urban amenities and natural beauty, providing residents with access to parks, shops, and waterfront views.
Established in 1981, the facility is operated by the Broadway Pentecostal Care Association, 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 within its premises.
The average wait time for admission to Broadway Lodge is approximately one and a half months.
Contracted Services
Professional nursing services and non-regulated services such as care aides are not provided through contracted arrangements at Broadway Lodge.
Food services are managed by the operator, with all meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement allows Broadway Lodge to directly oversee dietary needs and maintain control over meal quality and nutritional standards.
Housekeeping services and plant/building maintenance are handled internally by Broadway Lodge’s staff rather than through external contracts.
Beds
Broadway Lodge has a total of 114 beds, all of which are publicly funded.
The room configuration consists entirely of single-occupancy rooms, offering residents private accommodations throughout Broadway Lodge.
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 independently, which may require additional planning and expenses to stay connected and access entertainment options.
An administrative fee is indicated as an additional expense.
Licensing & Incidents
In the 2022/23 period, there were two licensing complaints reported at Broadway Lodge, none of which were substantiated.
Reported incidents included unexpected illnesses (72), expected deaths (26), falls with injury or adverse events (12), aggressive behaviour (11), other injuries (3), disease outbreaks or occurrences (1), and abuse or neglect (1). These figures reflect the typical health and safety challenges present in long-term care settings.
There were four licensing infractions noted during this period, categorized under care and supervision (3) and physical facility, equipment, and furnishings (1). These infractions highlight areas where Broadway Lodge may focus on improving compliance and operational practices.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents is 82 years, with 47.8% being female and 38.0% aged 85 years or older. The average length of stay is approximately two years.
Approximately 21.6% of residents are diagnosed with depression, and 46.1% are receiving depression medication. Additionally, 42.4% of residents are taking antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 12.7% exhibit physically abusive behaviour. These statistics underscore the importance of mental health support and careful medication management within Broadway Lodge.
Residents with dementia, ranging from mild to severe, make up 54.4% of the population, while 27.9% have severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This indicates a significant need for specialized cognitive care and support services.
About 42.6% of residents are taking nine or more medications, and 3.8% have had four or more emergency room visits. These figures highlight the complexity of managing multiple health conditions and the necessity for coordinated healthcare services.
Over half of the residents (52.9%) use wheelchairs, and 34.3% are dependent in activities of daily living. Additionally, 2.1% 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 7.6% of residents, and 7.6% are subjected to daily physical restraints. These statistics emphasize the importance of fall prevention measures and careful consideration of restraint use within Broadway Lodge.
Vaccination Coverage
In the 2022/23 period, 78.9% of residents were vaccinated for influenza, and 79.0% were vaccinated for COVID-19.
Among health care workers at Broadway Lodge, 54.6% were vaccinated for influenza.