Introduction
Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport is located at 9020 Bridgeport Road in Richmond. The facility is situated in the Bridgeport neighborhood, a centrally located area with proximity to Bridgeport Industrial Park. The area offers nearby parks, including Tait Waterfront Park, providing accessible outdoor spaces for visitors and residents.
Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport opened in 2014 and is operated by Vancouver Coastal Health, a health authority. It provides long-term care services under the Community Care & Assisted Living Act.
The facility is not co-located with an assisted living residence, focusing exclusively on long-term care services.
The average wait time for admission to Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport is approximately two months.
Contracted Services
Contracted services are not used for professional nursing or non-regulated services such as care aides. However, housekeeping services are contracted, while building maintenance is managed internally.
Food services at Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport are provided by an outside contractor, with all meals prepared and cooked on-site. This arrangement ensures the facility meets the dietary needs of its residents while maintaining the quality of the meals.
Beds
Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport has a total of 86 beds, all of which are publicly funded. Of the room configurations, 54% are single occupancy, and 12% are double occupancy.
Resident Fees
Cable, telephone, and internet services are not included in the monthly fees at Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport. Residents or their families must arrange for these services independently if desired. No additional extra fees were specified.
Licensing & Incidents
The facility had one licensing complaint, which was substantiated.
Among reported incidents, there were 23 expected deaths, 13 falls with injury, and nine incidents involving aggressive behavior. These figures reflect the typical challenges in long-term care settings, particularly in managing the health and safety of a vulnerable population.
Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport had nine inspections in the reporting period, resulting in 12 licensing infractions. The most frequent infractions were related to care and supervision (seven), with two infractions under records and reporting, and one under policies and procedures. Families and caregivers are encouraged to engage regularly with staff to monitor care practices and ensure compliance with licensing standards.
Resident Profile & Quality Indicators
The average age of residents at Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport is 84, with 67% of the population being female. Approximately 49% of residents are 85 years or older, while 2% are younger than 65. The average length of stay is approximately 4.5 years.
Fourteen percent of residents are diagnosed with depression, with 51% receiving medication to manage this condition. About 32% of residents take antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis, and 12% exhibit physically abusive behavior. These numbers highlight the complex mental health care needs of residents.
Seventy-one percent of residents have some form of dementia, and 45% experience severe cognitive impairment, including severe dementia, which reflects the facility’s focus on memory and cognitive care.
Approximately 42% of residents take nine or more medications, and 2% had four or more emergency room visits. These figures underscore the complexity of medical care required for many residents.
Around 50% of residents use wheelchairs, and 34% are dependent on assistance for activities of daily living. The percentage of residents with worsened pressure ulcers is 2%, reflecting the facility’s approach to wound care and mobility.
Falls were reported among 8% of residents within the last 30 days, and daily physical restraints were used in 9% of cases. These figures suggest ongoing efforts to maintain resident safety while balancing physical independence.
Vaccination Coverage
Richmond Lions Manor Bridgeport reports a high vaccination rate, with 95% of residents vaccinated for influenza and 86% for COVID-19. Among healthcare workers, 44% were vaccinated for influenza.