Overview
True Doors
We offer the option to customize your living space with a personal door decal. The door decals provide a sense of home and help brighten the halls of Nashwaak Villa.
Gift Shop
The Friends of Nashwaak Villa gift shop is operated by our Helping Hands Committee volunteers. The gift shop is open 10am to 4pm from Monday to Friday. Here you will find treats, beverages, gifts, books, etc. that you may purchase. Gift cards and credit options are available for resident purchases. The Helping Hands group uses the proceeds from the gift shop to support our resident programs.
Room Booking
We have several spaces which are available for booking by residents and their families at no charge. These include the Chapel/ Multipurpose Room, Board Room, Front Living Room area, BBQ, or fire pit area.
Bus Booking
Our wheel-chair accessible bus is used to provide outing opportunities to our residents. The bus is also available to families to be booked for personal outings and appointments. Bus availability may vary depending on volunteer driver availability and planned outings through the Therapeutic Recreation department
Foot Care
Foot care services are offered at Nashwaak Villa on a monthly basis for a fee.
Hair Care
We have a hair dresser available two days per week for an additional fee. The hair salon is available to family/ friends to use with residents on specified days when not in use by the hairdresser.
Aromatherapy
Nashwaak Villa offers an aromatherapy program overseen by a Certified Aromatherapist. The therapist will provide an electric diffuser to our resident and have it filled with essential oils daily to provide a comfortable and soothing, relaxing and restful sleep.
Administration
Our administration staff are available to coordinate applications, book tours, see to staffing requirements, and more.
Maintenance Services
At Nashwaak Villa the maintenance and landscaping staff that look after all of the physical maintenance of our home. They are our go-to department for anything in need of repair.
Housekeeping & Laundry Services
Our housekeeping team strive to ensure a clean and welcoming environment at Nashwaak Villa. In addition to keeping our building clean, housekeeping staff wash all personal laundry and linens.
Nursing Care Team
Our dedicated team of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and Personal Support workers provide 24 hour nursing care.
Therapeutic Recreation
Through our Therapeutic Recreation department, we offer a wide range of opportunities for residents to be involved in our community.
Our Activity Coordinator develops a monthly calendar full of programs such as BINGO, fitness classes, music therapy, choir, baking, knitting group, bowling, reading groups, church services and special events to name a few.
We have several spaces available to our residents such as the movie theater, chapel/ multipurpose room, several living room spaces, nursery, dining room and Snoezelen therapy room.
Learn more about our person centered programs here.
Food Services
Our Cooks and Dietary Attendants provide three nutritious home-cooked meals each day. A Registered Dietitian is available to provide nutrition services to ensure residents' dietary needs are met.
We accommodate special dietary needs and do our best to cater to special mealtime requests. Visitors are welcome to join your loved ones for a meal in our dining room or in one of our additional seating areas for a small fee. Speak to our friendly staff to arrange for this service (please give adequate notice for large groups).
We also encourage our residents and visitors to make use of the resident kitchen area where you may help yourself to drinks and snacks. This community space is also available to you to store those extra-special homemade favourites either in the fridge or cupboard.
Mealtimes:
- Breakfast 7:30 – 9:45 am
- Lunch 12:00 – 1:00 pm
- Supper 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Please note that although these are the times of day for which fresh and hot meals are offered, we do accommodate those who prefer to eat at different times with alternative meal options and/or snacks.
Snacks:
- Afternoon Snack/ Drink delivered between 2:00 – 3:00 pm
- Evening Snack delivered at 7:00 pm
The Care Journey
We believe in inclusive Care Planning. The Nursing team wants residents to be an active participant in their care. We encourage our neighbours, families and decision makers to be actively involved in helping us to establish an individualized care plan that meets residents' wellness needs.
This means:
- Access to Personal Health Information – We welcome residents, power of attorney, next of kin, and/or executive decision makers to have easy access to health and treatment information.
- A Care Partner Program – Our Care Partner Program is for family members, friends, and/or significant others who wish to take an active, and/or hands-on role in the care of a loved one. Care Partners are a valuable member of our care team and staff are happy to support you in this role.
- Palliative Care Planning – We provide compassionate, person centred care to residents and their families who are facing life limiting illnesses. Our team is committed to providing a person-centred approach to Palliative and End of Life Care focused on not just the physical, but also the psychological, emotional, and spiritual aspects. End of Life Care Planning is extremely important to ensure that all needs are met during end of life.