Berkley Care Centre
- 2444 Burr Place North Vancouver, BC V7H 3A5
- nskcct@vch.ca
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- Main: (604) 924-8300
- Fax: (604) 924-8325
Building amenities
Lending library, resident’s kitchen, common lounges with television, community room, outdoor patio and gardens. On-site optional service providers: hairdresser, optometrist, dentist, podiatrist, and esthetician. There is also a family room which may be booked at a nominal cost for overnight stays.
Language, culture, religious affiliations
All languages, cultures and religious affiliations are welcome.
Accreditation status
Accreditation is an external peer review process to assess and improve the services health care organizations provide to their residents, based on standards of excellence set by Accreditation Canada or by CARF.
Philosophy of care
We take a holistic and individualized approach to resident care, including the promotion of the following residents’ rights to: health, safety and dignity; participation and freedom of expression; transparency and accountability.
Type of accommodation
192 long-term care beds, including 9 double rooms.
Cost
Residents pay 80% of their after tax income which covers the cost of food and accommodation. Minimum and maximum rates apply. There may be other costs not included in the resident contribution.
Special recreation opportunities
Recreation therapist, music therapist and activity workers organize a wide range of social and recreational opportunities. Monthly calendar of events is delivered to each unit and daily activities are posted.
Accessibility
Motorized scooter policy
Scooters are not permitted.
Pet policy
Pet visits are permitted. Pets must be in good health, house trained, well tempered, clean and examined annually by a veterinarian.
Smoking policy
Non-smoking home.
Safety & security features
Equipped with sprinklers, smoke detectors and a monitored fire safety system.
Neighbourhood & community amenities
Located just off the south end of Mt. Seymour Parkway, approximately 3 kms from Parkgate Mall. A bus stop is located within 100m of the home.
Care home-specific restrictions
Fragrance free home.
Information last updated August 2016