CAMPBELL RIVER, BC- 18 new long-term care beds have been added to Discovery Harbour Seniors Community.
Campbell River now has a total of 264 publicly-funded long-term beds, according to a press release from Island Health.
Island Health funded the additions to help the province meet their goal of 3.36 direct care hours per resident day, according to Health Minister Adrian Dix.
“Day by day we are building on our commitment to ensuring seniors have access to the care and services they require,” said Drix.
“These new long-term care beds build upon the Province’s investment of $240 million over three years.”
The new beds are located in private rooms so residents are able to access different services and amenities on site and within the community.
The rooms let residents visit one another, meet with the staff and guests throughout common area around the property.
“We want to make sure our aging population has access to safe and supportive care in their community, close to family and friends.” said Leah Hollins, Island Health board chair.
Discovery Harbour has the highest level of recognition in its patient care from Accreditation Canada, according to Al Jina, owner of Park Place Seniors Living
“The new beds are a much-needed resource for the seniors of Campbell River and surrounding area.” said Jina.
