Talk to your Case Manager about a respite stay at this location, then contact Centralized Respite Booking to book:
250-370-5602
1-866-977-5778 (Toll-free, Ext. 1)
If you do not have a Case Manager, contact Community Health Services.
1127 4th Ave
Ladysmith, B.C.
V9G 1A6
Visiting Hours
Any time. Use buzzer if doors are locked.
Parking
There is extensive parking shared with a church located next to the facility.
Accessibility
Overhead lifts are available upon request.
Preparing for Your Visit
Take a tour of the facility you are attending. Ask questions about medications, billing, meals, visitations, and anything else that is on your mind.
You should also:
- Be clear about pick up and drop off times.
- Understand how billing works ahead of time.
- Complete any paperwork before you arrive.
- Cancel all community services for the duration of the stay.
- Label all client’s personal items (some locations have a labelling service).
- Check your location’s medication procedure.
- Be prepared to bring equipment you use at home such as walkers or custom items.
- Provide an information sheet about the client with some details on what they like and how to support them.
- Bring favourite photographs, blankets, and snacks to feel at home.
- Bring books, crosswords, and crafts the client enjoys.
Visitors and Caregivers
Find information on long-term care visitor guidelines.
Please contact staff to learn more about visiting this location.
During influenza season (typically December-March), to help protect patients from the flu, all visitors will be expected to wear a mask in our facilities if they have not had a flu shot. For more information, please read our Influenza Protection Policy.
Provincial policy requires all visitors to be informed: "Violence, foul language and abusive behaviours are not acceptable. Verbal threats or acts of violence will not be tolerated and may result in removal from this facility and/or prosecution."
Motorized Scooter Policy
Scooters and power wheelchairs are discussed on a case-by-case basis and must be assessed by an occupational therapist.
Pet Policy
Visiting pets are encouraged and welcome on a leash. They should be parasite-free and up-to-date on shots. Pets are not allowed in areas were food is prepared or served.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted.
Safety/Security Features
The exit doors are secured with keypads.
Any Other Amenities
Medications: Clients must bring their medications in a blister pack. They are dispensed by facility staff.
Laundry service: Staff will launder the client’s clothes, but all clothing must be labelled prior to the client’s visit.