Introduction
Minoru Residence is located at 7333 Gollner Avenue in Richmond, within the Brighouse neighborhood. It is situated near Minoru Park, a large green space offering walking trails, gardens, and scenic ponds, providing a pleasant environment for residents and their families.
The facility opened in 1993 and is operated by Vancouver Coastal Health as a long-term care facility under the Hospital Act.
Minoru Residence is not co-located with an assisted living residence.
The average wait time for admission to Minoru Residence is approximately two months.
Contracted Services
Contracted services are not utilized for professional nursing services, non-regulated services, housekeeping, or building maintenance. These services are managed internally by the facility’s operator.
Food services are provided by the facility operator, and meals are prepared and cooked on-site. This allows the facility to manage food quality and accommodate dietary requirements directly.
Beds
Minoru Residence has a total of 250 beds, all of which are publicly funded. The room configuration includes 70 single occupancy rooms and 90 double occupancy rooms.
Resident Fees
Cable, telephone, and internet services are not included in the monthly fees, requiring residents or their families to arrange these services separately if desired. No additional fees were indicated for this facility.
Licensing & Incidents
There was one licensing complaint reported, none of which were substantiated.
Among recorded incidents, Minoru Residence had 33 cases of unexpected illness, 28 expected deaths, and 18 falls with injury. Additionally, 18 incidents of aggressive behavior and two other injuries were reported. These figures highlight the range of health and behavioral challenges present in the resident population.
Minoru Residence had four inspections, during which eight licensing infractions were found. These infractions included one related to licensing and two concerning records and reporting. Families and caregivers are encouraged to maintain regular communication with staff and remain involved in their loved ones’ care, especially in addressing any issues that arise from these inspections.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at Minoru Residence is 85 years, with approximately 59% of the population being female. Around 60% of residents are 85 years or older, while 5% are younger than 65. The average length of stay is 3.3 years.
Twenty percent of residents have been diagnosed with depression, and 43% are receiving depression medication. Around 16% of residents take antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, while 3% display physically abusive behavior. This data suggests a need for ongoing mental health support and behavioral management within the facility.
Forty-five percent of residents have dementia, and 29% experience severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. These numbers reflect the importance of specialized care for memory-related conditions.
Fifty-six percent of residents take nine or more medications, and 4% had four or more emergency room visits, indicating that many residents have complex medical needs requiring ongoing management.
Approximately 70% of residents use wheelchairs, and 43% are dependent on assistance for activities of daily living. The facility reports that 2% of residents experienced worsened pressure ulcers, highlighting the need for mobility and skin care management.
Falls were reported among 8% of residents in the last 30 days, while 6% of residents were subject to daily physical restraints. These figures indicate efforts to manage resident safety while balancing their independence.
Vaccination Coverage
Ninety-four percent of residents at Minoru Residence are vaccinated for influenza, and 87% are vaccinated for COVID-19. Among healthcare workers, 49% are vaccinated for influenza.