Introduction
St. Vincent’s Langara is located at 255 W 62nd Avenue in Vancouver, nestled within the Marpole neighbourhood. This area is known for its peaceful residential setting and close proximity to parks like Winona Park and Oak Park, which offer green spaces for outdoor activities and quiet retreats for residents.
Opening its doors in 1991, St. Vincent’s Langara is operated by Providence Health Care Society, a non-profit organization under the Hospital Act. The facility provides long-term care services to its residents.
St. Vincent’s Langara is not co-located with an assisted living residence.
The average wait time for admission to St. Vincent’s Langara is approximately two months.
Contracted Services
Professional services, including nursing and non-regulated care aide services, are not contracted out at St. Vincent’s Langara.
Food services are provided by the facility operator, with meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement allows for more flexibility in catering to residents’ dietary needs and ensures that meals can be served fresh, directly from the kitchen.
Housekeeping services and building maintenance are also handled internally, without the use of contracted providers.
Beds
St. Vincent’s Langara has a total of 191 beds, all of which are publicly funded.
Approximately 12.0% of the rooms are single occupancy, with 23 single rooms available. Double occupancy rooms make up 3.1%, with six double rooms, while other configurations account for the remaining 20.4% with 39 rooms.
Resident Fees
Cable, telephone, and internet services are not included in the resident fees at St. Vincent’s Langara. Residents may need to arrange these services independently, potentially exploring personal plans or recommended providers from the facility.
No specific extra fees were indicated in the provided data.
Licensing & Incidents
There were no licensing complaints at St. Vincent’s Langara in the most recent reporting period, and no substantiated licensing complaints were recorded.
Incidents reported include 44 cases of unexpected illness, 37 expected deaths, nine incidents of aggressive behaviour, seven falls with injury or adverse events, and four other injuries. The relatively high number of unexpected illnesses and expected deaths reflects the advanced age and complex health conditions of the resident population. Aggressive behaviour incidents highlight the need for effective behavioural management strategies.
One licensing infraction was noted under staffing. This suggests that the facility may benefit from reviewing its staffing practices to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Families and caregivers can monitor their loved ones’ care by maintaining regular communication with staff and attending resident or family council meetings. This ensures transparency and provides an opportunity to address any concerns related to staffing or incidents at the facility.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at St. Vincent’s Langara is 85 years, with 63.8% of the population being female and 59.5% aged 85 years or older. The average length of stay is approximately 1.95 years.
Approximately 20.9% of residents are diagnosed with depression, with 34.6% receiving depression medication. 21.0% of residents take antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 7.0% exhibit physically abusive behaviour. These figures underscore the importance of mental health services and behavioural management in addressing the complex needs of the resident population.
Residents with dementia make up 57.3% of the population, with 40.7% experiencing severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia. This indicates that a significant portion of the residents require specialized cognitive care.
About 47.3% of residents take nine or more medications, while no residents have had four or more emergency room visits. The high percentage of residents on multiple medications highlights the need for careful pharmaceutical management.
67.9% of residents use a wheelchair, while 40.0% are dependent on assistance with activities of daily living. 2.9% of residents have experienced a worsened pressure ulcer. These statistics emphasize the importance of mobility assistance and diligent care to prevent skin-related issues.
Approximately 18.7% of residents experienced falls in the last 30 days, and 1.4% have daily physical restraints. The incidence of falls suggests that enhanced safety measures may be necessary to prevent accidents.
Vaccination Coverage
92.4% of residents at St. Vincent’s Langara have been vaccinated for influenza, and 76.0% for COVID-19.
Among health care workers, 57.5% have received the influenza vaccine.