Living in our Home

Services

Nursing services

 

  • The nursing home provides residents with nursing staff services provided by a Director of Operational Services, a Nurse Manager, an Assistant Nurse Manager, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, resident attendants, rehabilitation attendants and ward clerks. Doctors perform regular medical examinations and are available on call.
  • The services of a pharmacist, a nurse from the mental hygiene clinic and certain professionals from the Extra-Mural program for specific cases are available.
  • Foot care services are available. Any associated costs are the responsibility of the resident or their family.

Palliative care

 

  • The nursing home offers palliative care. The care team encourages the participation of loved ones during this stage of life.

Rehabilitation

 

  • A consultation service with the Extra-Mural program’s professional team is available to perform assessments upon request; follow-ups are carried out by the rehabilitation attendants who are part of our team. The registered nurse initiates the request after a medical consultation.

Food Service

 

  • The goal of the food service is to provide all our residents with a pleasant, enjoyable, and safe meal experience that is as similar as possible to that of their home. Three meals and two snacks are offered daily. All three meals of the day are served in the dining rooms of each unit, which provides a more welcoming atmosphere and allows residents to socialize during mealtimes. The meals offered at the home are based on local eating habits and consider the preferences, tastes, and requests of our residents. Menu items are posted in each unit of the home for residents and families.

Dietetic service

 

  • Clinical nutrition services are available to all residents to meet their nutritional needs. All nutritional interventions are in accordance with long-term care dietary standards and are supervised by a registered dietitian.
  • A rotating menu considers therapeutic diets, allergies, intolerances, dysphagia, tastes and preferences of the resident, while following Canada’s Food Guide. The menu is also modified during special holidays and according to seasonal food availability.
  • A nutritional assessment is carried out following admission, as well as regular follow-ups to ensure that nutritional needs are met. The dietitian works in collaboration with the doctor, the registered nurse and other members of the team to ensure quality service. Dietary changes are communicated to the residents, their family, the physician, and other staff as needed. The dietitian works collaboratively with the Food Service Manager on menu planning.

Leisure Services

 

  • The recreation staff and volunteers, under the supervision of the Leisure Services Manager (recreologist), organize a variety of leisure activities and recreation for all residents, to maintain a good quality of life. A monthly activity schedule is available at the entrance of the nursing home. Family members and friends are encouraged to participate with residents.
  • Residents of the nursing home have access to a chaplain and a spiritual room to meet their spiritual needs. Mass is celebrated on site once a week.
  • The team of volunteers at the nursing home enhances the services offered to residents.

Housekeeping

 

  • The housekeeping team proudly maintains the residents’ rooms, dining rooms and common areas of the nursing home for a pleasant and clean atmosphere.

Laundry Room

 

  • The home provides laundry service for residents’ personal clothing. All clothing must be machine washable and dryer safe. Staff will label new clothing upon admission and upon purchase.

Maintenance and safety

 

  • The home offers repair and maintenance services for the building’s equipment and grounds, ensuring a safe and attractive environment. Fire drills are conducted monthly. Regular security checks are also performed.

Hairdresser and Barber Services

 

  • Residents have access to hairdressing and barbering services in the salon provided for this purpose. Any associated costs are the responsibility of the resident or their guardian/guarantor.

Care units:

 

  • Villa du Repos Inc. has six care units, one of which offers specialized care. The nursing home accommodates a total of 186 residents.

Bonaventure Unit:

 

  • This unit accommodates ambulatory people suffering from permanent dementia, whether Alzheimer’s or other types (level 3B).

Beauséjour, Beauchemin, Beaurivage, Beausoleil and Bellefleur units:

 

  • These units accommodate people with various needs (level 3)

 

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