Silverstone Hospice
- 5625 Derby Road Sechelt, BC V7Z 0S4
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- Main: (778) 606-3060
- Registration: (604) 740-0475 ext. 3
- Fax: (604) 747-4989
The Silverstone care team provides comfort and dignity to a person with a serious illness who is approaching death. We incorporate the person and family’s values and wishes in end-of-life care, supporting their vision of passing.
Silverstone Hospice is a partnership between the Sunshine Coast Hospice Society and Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH). Together, we have a team of experienced care providers, including nurses, doctors, counsellors and a large group of volunteers who provide extra support.
The hospice is staffed 24 hours a day with palliative-trained nurses. The palliative care on-call physicians visit throughout the week and are on-call on the weekends.
The Silverstone Hospice is located on the traditional homelands of the shishahl Nation and serves Sunshine Coast residents.
How to access
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Check eligibility
Home and community care services have general eligibility criteria based on citizenship, residency, age and health condition, and specific criteria for each service based on your assessed needs. You can contact the home and community care access line to arrange for care or have a health-care professional make a referral on your behalf.
Review the full eligibility criteria and how to arrange home and community care services.
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Register
If you want to register for hospice services, please call the Vancouver Coast Hospice Client Services Coordinator at 604-740-0475 Ext.3.
Hours of operation
We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Accommodations
Silverstone Hospice has four private rooms, each with a washroom, telephone, TV with cable and wireless internet. Rooms also have ceiling lifts, electric beds and home-like furniture. The hospice is air-conditioned, and all the bedrooms are of equal size. We can help you arrange mobility equipment as required. A lounge provides a relaxing area for visiting, reading and dining. There are televisions and assorted media equipment in the lounge.
Visitors
Family and friends are welcome to visit at any time. Upon arrival, visitors must sign in at the hospice entry. The door is always locked. To request entrance, ring the bell or use the entry code for the keypad next to the front door (hospice staff can provide you with the entry code). Free Wifi is available.
Our mission
Our mission is to provide holistic care to individuals, caregivers and families who are facing complex physical, emotional and practical difficulties arising from advanced progressive life-limiting illness. We believe in respecting the individual's dignity and choices and enhancing the quality of care for persons in all care settings through partnership, collaboration, advice and education. We recognize that our greatest resource is our highly trained and skilled workforce and the community of volunteers and supporters who have together developed a strong sense of shared ownership, enabling us to excel.
Our vision
Our vision is to provide accessible and accountable end-of-life care that reflects evidence-based practice. We work to create joy in life and aging …by caring, connecting, and celebrating.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the Silverstone Hospice accomodations like?
Each room has a wardrobe and dresser for personal clothing, a bedside nightstand, a fully electric bed with a ceiling lift, and a sleeper chair or couch. There is a wall mount for a personal TV, or one can be provided upon request. Wireless internet and/or a telephone can be easily arranged. There is a private lounge and kitchenette available for visitors, with the possibility of an overnight stay. Visitors must inform the nurse in charge.
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Who are the Silverstone Hospice team members?
We have a team of experienced care providers, including nurses, doctors, counsellors and a large group of volunteers who provide extra support. The hospice is staffed 24 hours a day with palliative-trained nurses. The palliative care on-call physicians visit throughout the week and are on-call on the weekends.
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What amenities are available at Silverstone Hospice?
In addition to the individual bedroom décor, private lounge area, and small kitchenette, the hospice also has access to many shared spaces within the Long-Term Care home, including the SeaStar community room and a large, multipurpose Beachcomber Bistro. There is a lovely family garden and courtyard, including a small putting green and kids' climbing zone. These areas are open for the shared enjoyment of all residents, family, and guests of Silverstone.
- Housekeeping and laundry: Housekeeping and laundry are provided.
- Community amenities: The Silverstone Hospice is a short distance from downtown Sechelt, where you can find grocery stores, coffee shops and community facilities.
- Safety and security: The front door is locked at all times. The building has a video camera security system, smoke detectors, and a sprinkler system.
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What should I bring to Silverstone Hospice?
We welcome residents to bring their belongings to the hospice so they can be comfortable and make their room more home-like, such as pictures, books, or ornaments. Each bedroom comes furnished with a multi-position electric bed, a wardrobe-armoire, a chest of drawers, a night table, a resident room chair or a sleeper chair, plus a small refrigerator. There is also a mount for your own TV with cable if desired. Silverstone Hospice is not responsible for the loss or damage of any personal items. We suggest clients provide insurance for any valuables that remain at the hospice.
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What meals are provided at Silverstone Hospice?
Three full meals are prepared daily, along with snacks and access to beverages. Food is made fresh on-site in a central kitchen under the direction of a chef and Dietitian for nutritional safety. Visitors may dine with clients; please ask the nursing staff about ordering meals.
Silverstone Care Centre
Silverstone long-term care location is operated by Trellis and contracted by Vancouver Coastal Health.
Palliative and End-of-Life Care in Hospices
The mission of hospices within VCH is to create a unique environment for quality living and dying as individuals approach the end of their lives. Everyone involved in the journey – the individuals, their families and staff- is provided with the level of support and assistance they need.