Introduction
Pinegrove Place is located at 11331 Mellis Drive in Richmond, within the quiet East Cambie neighborhood. This area features access to parks such as King George Park, offering residents and their families a serene environment for outdoor visits.
Pinegrove Place opened in 1983 and is operated by the Mennonite Care Home Society of Richmond, a non-profit organization. The facility is regulated under the Community Care & Assisted Living Act.
Pinegrove Place is not co-located with an assisted living residence and operates exclusively as a long-term care facility.
The average wait time for admission to Pinegrove Place is approximately one month.
Contracted Services
Contracted services are not used for professional nursing or non-regulated services such as care aides. Housekeeping and building maintenance services are also not contracted out, as these are managed internally by the operator.
Food services are provided by the facility’s operator, with meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement allows Pinegrove Place to maintain oversight of food quality and dietary needs.
Beds
Pinegrove Place has a total of 76 beds, all of which are publicly funded. The room configuration consists entirely of single occupancy, with no double or shared rooms.
Resident Fees
Cable and telephone services are not included in the monthly fees, requiring residents or their families to arrange for these services if desired. Internet service, however, is included in the monthly fees. Additional fees include a charge for clothing labeling.
Licensing & Incidents
Pinegrove Place reported zero licensing complaints, and no substantiated complaints were recorded.
In terms of incidents, the facility reported 15 expected deaths, 12 cases of unexpected illness, and 10 falls with injury. The facility also recorded two incidents of missing or wandering persons. These figures reflect the complexities involved in caring for an aging population with varying health needs.
Pinegrove Place had one inspection, and no licensing infractions were found. Families and caregivers are encouraged to remain involved and monitor their loved ones’ care, ensuring that any potential issues are addressed in collaboration with facility staff.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at Pinegrove Place is 83 years, with 56% of the population being female. Approximately 53% of residents are 85 years or older, while 8% are younger than 65. The average length of stay is about 3.7 years.
Twenty percent of residents are diagnosed with depression, and 53% are receiving depression medication. The facility reports that 24% of residents take antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, while 16% exhibit physically abusive behavior. These figures highlight the importance of mental health care within the facility.
Around 74% of residents have some form of dementia, and 27% experience severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This suggests a focus on memory care and support for cognitive health.
Fifty-one percent of residents take nine or more medications, and 2% had four or more emergency room visits, illustrating the complex medical needs of many residents.
Approximately 52% of residents use wheelchairs, and 50% are dependent on assistance for activities of daily living. The facility reports a 1% rate of worsened pressure ulcers, reflecting their approach to mobility and skin care management.
Falls were reported among 14% of residents in the last 30 days, while 4% of residents were subject to daily physical restraints, indicating ongoing efforts to balance resident safety and physical independence.
Vaccination Coverage
Ninety-two percent of residents at Pinegrove Place are vaccinated for influenza, and 86% are vaccinated for COVID-19. Among healthcare workers, 50% are vaccinated for influenza.