Introduction
The Harrison at Elim Village is located at 9025 160 Street in the Fleetwood neighborhood of Surrey. The facility is situated near Fleetwood Park and Tynehead Regional Park, providing a natural, green space environment for residents.
The facility opened in two phases, with the Harrison building opening in 2009 and Harrison West in 2016. The operator of the facility is the Elim Housing Society, which operates the facility as a not-for-profit organization.
The Harrison at Elim Village is not co-located with an assisted living residence.
The average wait time for admission to this facility is approximately six months.
Contracted Services
The Harrison at Elim Village does not utilize contracted services for professional nursing services or non-regulated care aides. Housekeeping services are provided through a contracted service, while building maintenance is managed in-house.
Food services at the facility are provided by an outside contractor, and all meals are prepared and cooked on-site.
Beds
The facility has a total of 193 beds, with 176 of those beds publicly funded. Of the total beds, 94% are single occupancy, with 6% configured as double occupancy.
Resident Fees
Resident fees include cable and telephone services, while internet is available for an additional fee. Additional extra fees include charges for sundries and specialty services.
Licensing & Incidents
The Harrison at Elim Village reported one licensing complaint, with no substantiated complaints during the most recent reporting period.
In terms of incidents, the facility recorded 61 expected deaths, 46 cases of unexpected illness, and 12 instances of falls with injury. Additional incidents included five other injuries, two disease outbreaks, and two cases of abuse or neglect. Families should regularly review incident reports to stay informed of any recurring issues.
Licensing inspections at the facility resulted in three infractions, with the most common issues related to physical facility and equipment. Families should monitor inspection results to ensure compliance with standards and address any concerns promptly.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of the resident population at The Harrison at Elim Village is 86 years, with 68% of the residents being female. Approximately 63% of residents are aged 85 years or older, and the average length of stay is just over two years.
About 29% of the residents have been diagnosed with depression, and nearly 48% are receiving depression medication. Additionally, 30% of residents are taking antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 7% have exhibited physically abusive behavior. It is important for caregivers to closely monitor mental health care plans.
The percentage of residents with dementia is 63%, with 16% experiencing severe cognitive impairment. This highlights the significant care needs of many residents, particularly those with advanced cognitive conditions.
At the facility, 53% of residents are taking nine or more medications, and 0.4% have experienced four or more emergency room visits. Families should carefully review medication management protocols and emergency care practices.
A large proportion of residents (66%) rely on wheelchairs, while 41% are dependent on assistance for daily living activities. About 1% of residents have experienced a worsened pressure ulcer, and regular care reviews can help prevent these outcomes.
Falls are reported in 5% of residents over the last 30 days, and 16% of residents experience daily physical restraints. These indicators should be discussed with staff to ensure that appropriate fall prevention and restraint protocols are in place.
Vaccination Coverage
At The Harrison at Elim Village, 91% of residents have been vaccinated for influenza, and 88% have been vaccinated for COVID-19.
Among healthcare workers, 28% have been vaccinated for influenza.