Introduction
Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge, located at 2720 East 48th Avenue in Vancouver, is a long-term care facility nestled in a residential neighbourhood. The area is characterized by quiet streets and proximity to local parks, offering residents a serene environment with easy access to city amenities.
Established in 1979, the facility is operated by the Fair Haven Society, a not-for-profit organization committed to providing comprehensive care services for seniors.
Fair Haven Vancouver 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 Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge 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 the operator, with all meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement allows Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge to directly oversee dietary needs and maintain control over meal quality and nutrition.
Housekeeping services and building maintenance are handled internally by the facility’s staff rather than through contracted services.
Beds
Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge has a total of 101 beds, all of which are publicly funded.
Approximately 88% of the accommodations are single-occupancy rooms, while about 12% are double-occupancy rooms, offering residents options for private or shared living spaces.
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.
Additional extra fees include costs for clothing labelling, specialized wheelchairs, hairdressing, podiatry services, dental care, eye specialist consultations, hearing aid repair services, and pharmacy or medication charges.
Licensing & Incidents
In the 2022/23 period, there was one licensing complaint reported at Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge, none of which were substantiated.
Reported incidents included expected deaths (21), unexpected illnesses (2), and singular instances of abuse or neglect (1), falls with injury or adverse events (1), other injuries (1), and missing or wandering persons (1). These figures reflect the typical health and safety challenges present in long-term care settings.
There was one licensing infraction noted during this period, categorized under records and reporting (1). This infraction highlights an area where Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge may focus on improving compliance and operational practices.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents is 82 years, with 57.4% being female and 45.6% aged 85 years or older. The average length of stay is approximately 3.4 years.
Approximately 23.3% of residents are diagnosed with depression, and 49.4% are receiving depression medication. Additionally, 48.7% of residents are taking antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 10.9% exhibit physically abusive behaviour. These statistics underscore the importance of mental health support and careful medication management within Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge.
Residents with dementia, ranging from mild to severe, make up 65.3% of the population, while 41.9% have severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This indicates a significant need for specialized cognitive care and support services.
Approximately 44.9% 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 among residents.
Over half of the residents (58.6%) use wheelchairs, and 44.4% are dependent in activities of daily living. Additionally, 1.7% 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 10.9% of residents, and 15.0% are subjected to daily physical restraints. These statistics emphasize the importance of fall prevention measures and careful consideration of restraint use within Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge.
Vaccination Coverage
In the 2022/23 period, 93.1% of residents were vaccinated for influenza, and 99.0% were vaccinated for COVID-19.
Among health care workers at Fair Haven Vancouver Lodge, 44.8% were vaccinated for influenza.