Geraldton District Hospital - John Owen Evans Residence

Application

Through Ontario Health atHome - North West Area

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Individuals 18 years of age and older
Have a valid Ontario Health Card (OHIP)
Have health care needs that cannot be met with any combination of caregiving, care at home or care in the community
Have health care needs that can be met in a long term care home

Fees

Program - Some programs may require additional fees ; Service - Accommodation; Some services may require additional fees ; Fee assistance available for Basic accommodations ; assistance is provided by Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care (MOHLTC).

Languages

English ; French

Area(s) Served

Thunder Bay and area

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Operates a 26-bed long-term care facility offering both chronic and extended stay care

Coordinates and delivers the following programs to residents:

Community Special Events
Facility Tours
Guest Speakers
Intergenerational Programs
Memorial Services
Pet Visitation/Therapy
Volunteer Appreciation Events
Voting Day Polling Station

Provides residents with the following services:

24-hour Nursing Care and Supervision
24-hour On Call Physician
Care Conferences
Foot Care
Hairdressing/Barber Services
Laundry Services
Meals
Medication administration
Palliative care (end of life care)
Physician Visits
Social Work Services/Family Services Coordinator
Spiritual Programs and Pastoral Care
Various recreational programs and social events

Offers the following amenities:

Air Conditioning
Alarms on Exit Doors
Animals on-site
Common television room
Private and semi-private rooms with 2-piece washroom (toilet & sink)
Shared shower/bathing rooms
Secure Building Exits
Secure Units