Introduction
Langley Lodge is located at 5451-204th St in Langley. The facility is situated in a residential neighborhood, with access to local parks such as Douglas Park and Nicomekl Park, offering green spaces for outdoor activities and visits.
Langley Lodge opened in 1974 and is operated by Langley Care Society, a not-for-profit organization.
The facility is not co-located with an assisted living residence.
The average wait time for admission is approximately four months.
Contracted Services
Langley Lodge does not use contracted services for professional nursing services but does use contracted services for non-regulated services such as care aides. Housekeeping and building maintenance services are also provided by contracted staff.
Food services are provided by an outside contractor, and the food is prepared and cooked on-site, ensuring that residents receive freshly made meals tailored to their needs.
Beds
The facility has a total of 139 beds, of which 132 are publicly funded.
Room configurations include 91% single-occupancy rooms and 4% double-occupancy rooms.
Resident Fees
Cable, telephone, and internet services are not included in the monthly fees, requiring residents to arrange for these services separately. No additional fees were indicated for personal services.
Licensing & Incidents
The facility received one licensing complaint, none of which were substantiated.
The most common incidents included 57 expected deaths, six falls with injury, five cases of unexpected illness, and one case of a missing or wandering person. These incident types suggest the importance of ongoing monitoring and supervision to prevent further occurrences.
There were two licensing infractions recorded during inspections, including one related to staffing and one concerning care and supervision. Families and caregivers can actively participate in resident or family council meetings to stay informed and engaged in the care provided.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at Langley Lodge is 85, with 60% of the population being female and 56% aged 85 or older. The average length of stay is approximately two years.
Around 10% of residents have been diagnosed with depression, with 42% receiving medication for this condition. Approximately 37% of residents are prescribed antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 10% of residents exhibit physically abusive behavior, indicating the need for mental health and behavioral support.
Dementia affects 70% of residents, with 34% experiencing severe cognitive impairment. These figures reflect the significant cognitive care needs among the residents.
Approximately 36% of residents take nine or more medications, and 1% have had four or more emergency room visits, highlighting the complexity of medical management required for many residents.
More than 56% of residents use wheelchairs, and 29% are dependent on assistance for activities of daily living. Additionally, 2% of residents have experienced worsened pressure ulcers, emphasizing the need for mobility and skin care management.
In the last 30 days, 12% of residents have experienced falls, and 4% have been subjected to daily physical restraints, raising considerations around fall prevention and restraint practices.
Vaccination Coverage
Langley Lodge reports an 85% vaccination rate for COVID-19 among residents. Data for influenza vaccination rates among residents and health care workers was not available.