Options for Residential Care

There are different options for residential care depending on your circumstances and needs:

1. Publicly subsidized residential care
2. Private pay residential care
3. Family care homes
4. Moderate dementia care (alternative care model - dementia)

1. Publicly subsidized residential care

In subsidized facilities the monthly cost for care is shared by Fraser Health and the resident.

Lower income residents may request a financial assessment for temporary rate reduction or waiver if the charge represents a financial hardship. Read the Cost page to learn more.

An assessment by Fraser Health’s Home Health team is necessary to begin the process. Visit the Accessing Residential Care page to learn more.

2. Private pay residential care

In these facilities accommodation and care are paid for by the resident and not funded by Fraser Health or the province. Depending on individual circumstances, private pay residential care may be the right option for either temporary or permanent care.

There are many private pay residences to choose from, each offering a variety of services and features. Some residences have both publicly subsidized and private pay rooms.

It is important to know that choosing to pay privately on a temporary basis does not guarantee you will be transferred to a subsidized bed in the same building.

Approximate care costs, overall affordability and the type of care required should be carefully considered when choosing a private pay residence. It is best to contact these residences directly for detailed information about availability, costs and services.

An assessment by Fraser Health staff is not needed for admission to a private pay residence. For information on market units, please refer to the Seniors Housing Information Program (SHIP) directory.

3. Family care homes

Family care homes are single family residences providing supportive accommodation. There are limited family care homes available; for more information ask about this option during your assessment.

4. Moderate dementia care unit (alternative care model - dementia)

Residences of this kind provide specialized supports and constant supervision for medically stable, mobile seniors living with moderate dementia. This level of care addresses the gap between assisted living and residential (complex) care.  For more information, ask your Home Health Case Manager.