Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre
11111 Jasper Ave NW Edmonton T5K 0L4
The Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre is home for nearly 500 people in downtown Edmonton. We provide compassionate long-term care, subacute care and hospice care tailored to your needs.
Interpretive services
We offer interpretive services for residents and families who prefer to communicate in a language other than English. You may request services in person, through live video or over the phone.
To arrange for an interpreter, speak to a member of your care team.
Long-term care
We offer quality, compassionate care to 500 residents in private and semiprivate rooms. This includes complex long-term care for people who have complex illnesses or physical challenges and need 24-hour nursing.
Admission
Long-term care is available once you have been assessed by a case manager. You can choose to be placed with us, but you may have to wait for an opening.
Contact
Phone: 780.342.8000
Lung and breathing clinic
The G. F. MacDonald Centre for Lung Health has been serving Albertans with respiratory conditions for over two decades.
Occupational therapy
We offer services to help you learn, relearn or maintain skills for carrying out daily activities if you have had an injury or illness.
Contact
Phone: 780.342.8000
Palliative care
Mel Miller Hospice provides holistic hospice care tailored to your wishes and needs.
Services
- medical care
- spiritual care
- education and resources
- support for your family
Visiting
Your family and pets are welcome to visit anytime.
Referrals
Your healthcare provider can contact us to have you admitted.
Resources
Contact
Phone: 780.342.8000
Physical therapy
We offer services to residents with physical issues related to an injury, disability or other health condition. We aim to promote your independence and quality of life.
Contact
Phone: 780.342.8000
Recreation therapy
We offer recreation and leisure services to enhance the health and well-being of our residents. We support choice and help you follow your interests.
Hours
Monday-Friday
Contact
Phone: 780.342.8000
Spiritual care
Our team offers spiritual care services to our residents and families, regardless of faith, background or tradition. We honour each person’s wishes and unique journey.
Chaplain services
Our chaplains are on-site to respond to a wide range of needs. They may:
- support you with end-of-life concerns, including ceremonies, memorial planning and decision-making
- help you explore meaning and purpose in life
- support you during grief and loss
- explore ethical concerns facing residents and staff
- provide religious care (prayer, requests for sacraments or visits from faith leaders)
- help you explore your understanding of God or the Divine
- arrange a quiet space for you in the chapel
Hours
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Contact
Ask a member of your care team to connect you with a chaplain.
Amenities for residents
Meals
We serve sit-down meals three times a day in our dining rooms. We try to offer you choice of food during every meal.
Basic cable
Basic cable is available in your room for a small fee. You are welcome to arrange for extra services with our cable provider. Speak to your resident care manager for information.
Laundry
We offer laundry services. Speak to your resident care manager for information.
Hair salon
Our beauty salon is located on the main floor. Phone: 780.342.8027 to make an appointment.
Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Resident and Family Council
We have a resident and family council that meets regularly. The council is a way to share information, talk about concerns and work together to improve the quality of life at our centre.
Latest news
Shawn Mccreight's journey of living authentically as a gay man in long-term care has had an impact on LGBTQ2S+ acceptance.
November 16, 2023
There’s never a dull moment in the day for Scott Stewart, a social worker at Covenant Health’s Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre.
March 21, 2023
Jim Washington and his dog, Nova, expanded their pet therapy visits from the Grey Nuns to include the Edmonton General after his patient experience.
April 25, 2022
Suites
We offer private and semiprivate rooms. Each room has an accessible washroom.
Common areas
Gymnasium
We have a large gymnasium on our main floor where you can enjoy concerts, social events and more.
Visiting areas
There are several spaces for visiting with other residents, family and friends.
Chapel
Our chapel is open to you and your visitors for quiet reflection and prayer.
Special features
Gardens
We have garden spaces at our centre, including on top of our building. You are welcome to help plant or simply enjoy them as they grow.
Tuck shop
We have a small store on our main floor where you can buy snacks and other items.
Private meeting rooms
There are special rooms in our centre for private meetings with your family and friends.
Neighbourhood
We are located in downtown Edmonton close to grocery stores, restaurants, churches and other services.
There is an Edmonton Transit bus stop on the north side of our building.
Virtual tour
Visitor guidelines
Stop the spread of germs
- For the safety of our patients and residents, we encourage you to clean your hands when you visit. See A Guide to Clean Hands for information on protecting yourself and your loved ones.
- If you’re sick, wait and visit your loved one when you’re feeling better. If you must visit and you’re coughing or sneezing, consider wearing a mask to protect your loved one.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, and then discard the tissue. If you don’t have a tissue, sneeze or cough into your upper sleeve or elbow.
- Clean your hands often with soap and water or hand sanitizer, especially after coughing or sneezing.
Smoke-free property
Smoking is not allowed on our property. Those who wish to smoke may use the designated smoking areas outside the building.
Parking
We offer paid hourly parking, including accessible parking stalls, in the parking lot on the north side of our building (Jasper Avenue). You can also find meter parking along 111 Street, 112 Street and 100 Avenue.
Parking office
Hours
Open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (closed holidays)
Location
Edmonton General, Room 3A07 (main floor)
Contact
Cafeteria
Location
Our Rendezvous Cafe is located on the main floor near the south entrance. It offers a variety of meal options for visitors.
Hours
Monday-Friday: 7 a.m.-4 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Holidays: closed
GEM catering
Catering for special gatherings with your family and friends is available.
Contact
Email: celia.russo@CovenantHealth.ca
Phone 780.342.8987
Fax: 780.342.8216
Gift and flower shop
Location
Our gift and flower shop is located on the main floor near the south entrance.
Hours
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m
Weekends and holidays: 11 a.m.-3 p.m
Phone
Contact
Address
Edmonton General Continuing Care Centre
11111 Jasper Ave NW
Edmonton AB T5K 0L4
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Social work
Our social workers provide services to enhance your mental health and well-being. We can help you work through legal and financial barriers and other challenges and concerns.
Contact
Phone: 780.342.8000