The Summit long-term care home is located in Victoria. This 320-bed facility serves seniors who have dementia or complex care needs.
Take BC Transit. The Summit is on and within blocks of many major bus routes.
- Westshore – #50 Downtown then #4 or #9 UVic
- Esquimalt – #14 or #15 UVic, #24 Cedar Hill or #25 Maplewood then the #4 UVic
- Oak Bay - #2 James Bay then the #4 UVic
- Gordon Head - #27/28 then the #4 UVic
- Swan Lake - #6, 70, 71, 72 or 75 then the #4 UVic
- Peninsula - #70, 71, 72 or 75 then the #4 UVic or park at McTavish Exchange #70, 71, 72 then the #4 UVic
Please do not contact the Operator directly regarding subsidized long-term care. For more information on subsidized long-term care, contact an Island Health Community Health Services office near you.
For information on private long-term care, please refer to the Seniors Housing Directory of BC.
955 Hillside Ave
Victoria, B.C.
V8T 1Z9
Island Health
Accreditation Canada, April 2014 Report.
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Publicly subsidized units: 320
Private pay units: 0
Located in the Hillside/Quadra neighbourhood, directly beside Quadra Village, featuring grocery shopping, pharmacy, coffee shops, restaurants and more.
The Summit’s vision is to deliver quality driven, resident focused care in an environment that is home-like, welcoming and inclusive for residents, families, staff and physicians.
Island Health's Vision, Purpose and Values.
Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)
MAiD is available at Island Health owned and operated sites and this affiliate site. Learn more detailed information about MAiD, including a guide for patients and families as well as information provided by the federal government.
Private rooms.
Residents pay up to 80% of their after-tax income, which covers the cost of food and accommodation.
Residents have the opportunity to participate in exercise and cognitive groups and also recreational activities such as:
- live entertainment
- social events
- bus outings
- leisure tasks (games and crafts)
The therapy department provides occupational and recreational therapy five days per week. Music therapy is also offered four days per week.
- elevator access to floors
- ample outdoor spaces
- lounges
- on-site, accessible parking
- close to public transportation
Motorized Scooter Policy - Unable to accommodate
Power Wheelchair Policy - Individually assessed for safety
Regular visits by approved pet therapy animals.
As a health-care provider, Island Health has an obligation to promote good health practices. We are committed to ensuring a safe, healthy and clean environment for everyone. Smoking and vaping are not permitted on any Island Health property. This includes all buildings, grounds and parking lots.
- secure and non-secure units
- regular fire inspections & fire drills
- facility can only be accessed through front door or secure parkade (both entry points open into a reception area)
- front door is locked at night with a security camera and call button that will be monitored prior to permitting entry after hours
No prayer room. Chaplain available.
There are 43 public and volunteer stalls, as well as five public disability stalls in the underground lot.
Parking is free for families and visitors.
Speak with reception about a parking pass for your vehicle. Hardship and family caregiver permits are available. For more information on parking visit the parking services webpage.
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."
