Modified Visitor Restrictions in Effect.
Monday, March 16, 2020
As directed by the Department of Health, Alderwood is restricting access of visitors due to COVID-19 or Corona Virus. We are asking visitors to abstain from visiting our facility until further notice. We will be continuing to monitor the ongoing situation and will update family, staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors as we receive new information.
We appreciate your help in protecting the residents and staff of Alderwood Rest Home.
UPDATE Thursday March 26, 2020
While there are no cases of Covid-19 at Alderwood, it was decided to close the households at this time as a precaution. This has allowed us to plan the closure and work with staff on small concerns that arise as a result of the closures such as restlessness, boredom and loneliness.
UPDATE Friday March 27, 2020
Check out our new Facebook page for updates, pictures and information.
UPDATE: March 31, 2020
A letter and fact sheet for families at this time from the Nova Scotia Health Authority.
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Those interested in Skyping with their loved ones are asked to connect with the Recreation Department (902.295-2644 ext.226) to set a time and date and for Alderwood’s profile name. We have an iPad with Skype access which we are willing to share with our residents so that they can chat and see their families.
A 59 Long Term Care bed (all private with private bathrooms) facility with 11 Residential Care beds (all private with private bathrooms and private showers).
There are 6 home areas with either 11 or 12 bedrooms, a Community Hall for large gatherings/parties. Spacious court yards, patios with walking path around building overlooking the Bras d’Or Lakes…truly a place to call home.
