Introduction
Laurel Place is located at 9688 137A Street in Surrey, within the Whalley neighborhood. This area is close to Green Timbers Urban Forest, providing residents and visitors with access to scenic walking trails and natural surroundings.
The facility opened in 2008 and is operated by Park Place Seniors Living Inc., a for-profit entity that provides long-term care services under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act.
Laurel Place is not co-located with an assisted living residence.
The average wait time for admission to Laurel Place is approximately three months.
Contracted Services
Contracted services are used for both professional nursing and non-regulated services such as care aides. Additionally, housekeeping and building maintenance services are provided through contracted arrangements.
Food services at Laurel Place are managed by an outside contractor, with meals prepared and cooked on-site.
Beds
Laurel Place has a total of 195 beds, with 189 of them publicly funded. In terms of room configuration, 66% of the rooms are single occupancy, while 2% are double occupancy.
Resident Fees
Monthly service fees for cable, telephone, and internet are not included at Laurel Place. Residents or their families must arrange these services independently. Additional fees are charged for specialty services and products.
Licensing & Incidents
Laurel Place reported five licensing complaints, none of which were substantiated.
Incidents at the facility included 53 cases of unexpected illness, 38 expected deaths, 10 falls with injury, and 5 instances of aggressive behavior. Families and caregivers should actively communicate with staff to stay informed about incident reports and outcomes.
The facility had nine inspections, which uncovered three licensing infractions. These infractions included two related to physical facility and equipment and one related to care and supervision. Families can monitor inspection results and participate in care discussions to address any regulatory concerns.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at Laurel Place is 82 years, with 57% of the population being female. About 47% of residents are 85 years or older, and the average length of stay is nearly two years.
Around 14% of residents are diagnosed with depression, with 37% receiving depression medication. About 33% of residents take antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 12% exhibit physically abusive behavior. Families should work with facility staff to ensure proper mental health care and medication management.
Approximately 55% of residents have dementia, and 28% have severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. Families should ensure care plans account for cognitive decline and offer appropriate mental health support.
At Laurel Place, 48% of residents take nine or more medications, and less than 1% had four or more emergency room visits. These figures suggest the need for careful medical management and regular review of each resident’s medication regimen.
About 63% of residents use wheelchairs, while 29% are dependent on assistance for daily living activities. Approximately 1% of residents experienced worsened pressure ulcers. Caregivers should prioritize mobility support and pressure ulcer prevention strategies.
Falls occurred in 5% of residents within the last 30 days, and 7% of residents were subject to daily physical restraints. Families should stay informed about falls prevention strategies and inquire about restraint use policies to ensure the safety of their loved ones.
Vaccination Coverage
At Laurel Place, 89% of residents have been vaccinated for influenza, and 76% have received the COVID-19 vaccine. Additionally, 25% of healthcare workers at the facility have been vaccinated for influenza.