About Brocklehurst Gemstone Care Centre
Gemstone Care Centre is a long-term care home with 125 publicly funded beds that is located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Secwépemc First Nation in Kamloops.
Gemstone's mission is creating joy in life and aging through caring, connecting and celebrating and provides exceptional care and service within a lovely home-like environment. The focus is on the resident and is supported by a culture of safety, quality, and respect. Gemstone values teamwork, learning, flexibility, accountability, and a positive outlook. We believe that people can thrive at all stages of life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns and operates this home?
The home is Interior Health funded and operated by Trellis Senior Services: https://trellisseniors.ca/gemstone-kamloops/
What gathering places are available?
- Patio Area
- Garden
- Courtyard
- Walking Path
What are the room features?
- Single Bed
- Dresser
- Closet
- Bathroom
- Single Occupancy
What options are there to personalize rooms?
- Pictures
- TV
- Photos
- Chair
Are tours available prior to residency?
Yes
Is food prepared on site?
Yes
What programs, services and amenities are available?
- Occupational Therapy
- Social Work
- Dietician
- Recreation
- Music Therapy
- Traditional Medicine
- Resident Council
- Family Council
- MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying)
- End of Life - Hospice
- Physician Support
- Virtual Care
- Volunteer Services
- Barber Shop/Salon
- Chapel or Spiritual Services
- Lock Box/cabinet
- Free Parking
- Wireless Internet
- Foot and Nail Care (for fee)
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