Introduction
Dogwood Care Home, located at 500 West 57th Avenue in Vancouver, is a long-term care facility nestled in a residential neighbourhood. The area offers a tranquil environment with access to parks, community centres, and public transportation, providing residents with a balance of serenity and city amenities.
Opened in 1979, Dogwood Care Home is operated by Vancouver Coastal Health, a health authority dedicated to delivering comprehensive care services.
The lodge is not co-located with an assisted living residence; it solely offers long-term care services within its premises.
The average wait time for admission to Dogwood Care Home is approximately one month.
Contracted Services
Professional nursing services and non-regulated services such as care aides are not provided through external contracts at this facility.
Food services are managed by an outside contractor, with all meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement allows for professional oversight of dietary needs while ensuring meals are freshly made within Dogwood Care Home.
Housekeeping services are provided through contracted arrangements, while plant and building maintenance are handled internally by Dogwood Care Home’s staff.
Beds
Dogwood Care Home has a total of 83 beds, all of which are publicly funded.
The room configuration consists entirely of single-occupancy rooms, offering residents private accommodations throughout Dogwood Care Home.
Resident Fees
Monthly resident fees do not include cable, telephone, or internet services. Residents are responsible for arranging and covering the costs of these services independently, which may require additional planning and expenses to stay connected and access entertainment options.
No additional extra fees are indicated.
Licensing & Incidents
In the 2022/23 period, there were no licensing complaints reported at Dogwood Care Home, and none were substantiated.
Reported incidents included expected deaths (12), falls with injury or adverse events (1), and unexpected illnesses (1). These figures reflect typical health and safety challenges in long-term care settings.
There were two licensing infractions noted during this period, categorized under care and supervision (1) and records and reporting (1). These infractions suggest areas where Dogwood Care Home may focus on improving compliance and operational practices.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents is 85 years, with 78.3% being female and 51.9% aged 85 years or older. The average length of stay is approximately 3.7 years.
Approximately 23.4% of residents are diagnosed with depression, and 45.8% are receiving depression medication. Additionally, 20.4% of residents are taking antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 5.1% exhibit physically abusive behaviour. These statistics highlight the importance of mental health support and careful medication management within Dogwood Care Home.
Residents with dementia, ranging from mild to severe, make up 57.4% of the population, while 31.7% have severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This indicates a significant need for specialized cognitive care and support services.
About 57.1% of residents are taking nine or more medications, and none have had four or more emergency room visits. These figures underscore the complexity of managing multiple health conditions among residents.
Approximately 38.1% of residents use wheelchairs, and 38.8% are dependent in activities of daily living. Additionally, 1.1% 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 14.4% of residents, and 3.4% are subjected to daily physical restraints. These statistics emphasize the importance of fall prevention measures and careful consideration of restraint use within Dogwood Care Home.
Vaccination Coverage
In the 2022/23 period, 94.0% of residents were vaccinated for influenza, and 90.0% were vaccinated for COVID-19.
Among health care workers at Dogwood Care Home, 48.4% were vaccinated for influenza.