Rotary Hospice House

Address

3089 Clapperton Street
Prince George BC V2L 5N4
Canada

Phone

Access

Access to long-term care is through a Home Health assessment. For more information on subsidized long-term care, contact the Home Health office nearest you.

Operator

Prince George Hospice Society

Building description

The Rotary Hospice house is a ten-bed facility.

Building amenities
  • Each 306 square foot bedroom has a private two piece bathroom, a double bed size futon, recliner chair, wall mounted flat screen TV, separate heating and air conditioner unit, large window, an electric bed and a ceiling mounted lift.
  • The heart of the home is the kitchen of course, with an open dining concept and a fireplace in one corner near a television.
  • We provide a children’s playroom, a meeting room, a quiet room, a den and a bedroom for overnight visitors, as well as lounges, library, and laundry room.
  • Families enjoy the large space of the guest rooms, as it allows them to remain in the room during care and there is room for three people to stay overnight.
Language, culture or religious affiliation

English, honoring diversity.

Philosophy of care

To provide guests, families and friends with a home-like atmosphere – friendly, welcoming, emotionally supportive, and nurturing. Our first priority is to relieve suffering; whether it is physical or emotional.

Type of accommodation

We are a ten-bed facility designed to provide care to anyone who is suffering with an advanced chronic illness, or a life threatening illness.

People choose to become a guest at the Rotary Hospice House for a number of reasons such as:

  • Short-term assistance in the transition from hospital to home
  • Short-term control of symptoms (pain, nausea, fatigue, difficulty
  • The need for respite for their main caregiver
  • They require end-of-life care in their final day (breathing etc)

Family physicians continue the care of their patients while at the house.

Cost

Residents pay 80% of their after tax income, with minimum and maximum rates set by the Ministry of Health Services. This rate covers the standard benefits provided by all long-term care homes. These costs are available on request or in the Long Term Care Home Resident and Family Handbook.

There are typical additional costs not covered by the daily rate.

Personal belongings and furniture

Each room is fully furnished and guests are encouraged to bring personal belongings.

Special recreational opportunities
  • On the grounds, guests and families can enjoy the gardens complete with bench seating areas, and a patio with a gas BBQ.
  • The house also has a playroom and outdoor jungle gym and swing set.
  • Children are welcome at any hour, for any length of time.
  • Grief support is available in-house.
  • Complimentary therapies such as healing touch, massage, reflexology, and chiropractic are available.
Motorized scooter policy

Wheelchair accessible. Scooters are allowed.

Pet policy

Family pets are allowed to visit and can stay 24 hours a day.

Smoking policy

All Northern Health facilities are smoke free. Residents are asked to smoke outside the facility in designated areas.

Safety/security features

Keypad security as required.

Visitor information

Families and loved ones are partners in care and are encouraged to visit and participate in many of the day-to-day activities.  

During flu season (typically December-March) all visitors need to wear a mask in our facilities if they haven't had a flu shot.

Parking (resident/visitor)

Parking available.

Neighbourhood/community amenities

Close to neighbourhood school, shopping district, greenbelt with view of Fraser River, and a bus route.