Introduction
Delta View Care Centre is located at 9321 Burns Drive, Delta, in a scenic residential neighborhood. The facility is near Burns Bog, which provides expansive green space and trails, offering peaceful surroundings for residents and visitors.
The facility opened in 2004 and is operated by Good Samaritan Canada, a not-for-profit organization.
Delta View Care Centre is not co-located with an assisted living residence.
The average wait time for admission is approximately four months.
Contracted Services
Contracted services are not used for professional or non-regulated services such as care aides at Delta View Care Centre.
Food services at the facility are provided by the operator, with all meals prepared and cooked on-site, ensuring that residents receive freshly made meals tailored to their dietary needs.
Housekeeping and building maintenance services are managed internally without the use of contracted services.
Beds
Delta View Care Centre has a total of 292 beds, of which 212 are publicly funded. The room configuration includes 234 single-occupancy rooms, while 24 rooms are double-occupancy.
Resident Fees
Cable, telephone, and internet services are not included in the monthly fees. Residents have the option to arrange these services independently through external providers. Additional fees are charged for clothing labeling and specialty items.
Licensing & Incidents
Delta View Care Centre reported four licensing complaints, of which two were substantiated.
The facility reported 94 cases of unexpected illness, 71 expected deaths, and 46 falls with injury. Nine incidents of aggressive behavior were also documented. No incidents of abuse, neglect, medication errors, or missing persons were reported. Families and caregivers should monitor these trends and collaborate with the facility to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
The facility underwent 12 inspections, which revealed nine licensing infractions, primarily related to policies and procedures (five counts) and records and reporting (four counts). Families and caregivers may wish to remain actively involved in resident care councils to stay informed about facility operations.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at Delta View Care Centre is 85 years, with 61% of the population being female. Fifty-eight percent of residents are 85 years or older, and the average length of stay is approximately 2.2 years.
Twenty-four percent of residents are diagnosed with depression, and 49% are receiving depression medication. Thirty-two percent of residents take antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, while 15% exhibit physically abusive behavior. These statistics highlight the need for ongoing mental health and behavioral care within the facility.
Fifty-nine percent of residents have some form of dementia, while 29% have severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This underscores the importance of specialized memory care.
Forty-six percent of residents take nine or more medications, and 1% of residents have had four or more emergency room visits in the past year. Sixty-two percent of residents use wheelchairs, and 37% are dependent on assistance with activities of daily living. Two percent of residents experienced worsened pressure ulcers.
Twelve percent of residents had falls in the last 30 days, while less than 1% are subjected to daily physical restraints. Families may wish to focus on fall prevention and mobility improvements when discussing care plans with staff.
Vaccination Coverage
Ninety-four percent of residents at Delta View Care Centre have been vaccinated for influenza, and 95% have received the COVID-19 vaccine.
Among healthcare workers, 49% have been vaccinated for influenza.