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                    Villa Caritas

                    16515 88 Ave NW Edmonton T5R 0A4

                    780.342.6500

                    Hospital

                    Villa Caritas is an inpatient care centre. We provide acute psychiatric care for seniors with a range of diagnoses. We centre our care around your needs, empowering you to re-enter the community.

                    Villa Caritas exterior

                    Day programs

                    The Community Geriatric Psychiatry Program helps seniors recover from mental illness in their own home and community.

                    More information

                    Interpretive services

                    We offer interpretive services for patients 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.

                    Mental health

                    Villa Caritas has five inpatient mental health units:

                    • 1A and 2B: Acute dementia
                    • 2A: Alternative level of care
                    • 3A and 3B: General acute

                    More information

                    Occupational therapy

                    Our team offers services to meet your functional and equipment needs. 

                    Services

                    • pressure management
                    • functional assessments
                    • fittings for adaptive equipment
                    • mobility and exercise programs
                    • cognitive programs

                    Contact

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

                    Physical therapy

                    Our physical therapy team works with your care team to help you reach your mobility goals.

                    Services

                    • supported mobilization
                    • individual and group exercise programs
                    • hip protectors
                    • mobility aids

                    Contact

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

                    Recreation therapy

                    We offer recreation and leisure services to support the health and well-being of our patients. We support choice and help you follow your interests.

                    Services

                    • one-to-one therapy
                    • group programs
                    • leisure education

                    Contact

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

                    Seniors’ services

                    We provide transition services to support your return home after your stay with us. We promote the Destination Home program, and we believe home is the best place to recover after being in our care. From the moment you are admitted, we work with you to plan your return to the community.

                    Services

                    Our transition co-ordinator helps:

                    • ensure you have the support you need to be as independent as possible in your home setting
                    • ensure you can keep healthy at home
                    • co-ordinate care planning if home is a continuing care centre
                    • connect you with community programs and resources

                    To learn more, call the Alberta Health Services Community Care Access Information Line at 780.496.1300. Open 24 hours a day.

                    Hours

                    Daily, 7:30 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

                    Contact

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

                    Social work

                    Our social workers support you during your stay with us and help you address challenges and concerns. We work with you, your family and your decision-makers to ensure you have what you need as you move forward through care. When appropriate, our team also collaborates with an Indigenous care social worker to meet patient needs.

                    Services

                    • emotional support
                    • communication with your family members
                    • liaison between your family and your care team
                    • help with legal decision-making documents
                    • help with legal and financial planning for your stay
                    • connection to community programs and resources

                    Contact

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

                    Speech language pathology

                    We offer services to meet the needs of patients who have problems with swallowing and communication. We work with you to assess your condition and help you manage any issues.

                    Services

                    • clinical/bedside swallowing assessment
                    • instrumental swallowing assessment
                    • communication disorder assessment

                    Contact

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

                    Spiritual care

                    Our team offers spiritual care services to our patients 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 patients 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.-9 p.m.
                    Weekends and holidays, 8 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

                    Our chaplains are on call 24/7 for urgent situations.

                    Contact

                    Ask a member of your care team to connect you with a chaplain.

                    Phone: 780.342.6500

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                    Amenities for patients

                    Laundry

                    We offer laundry service and clothing labelling. Ask your care team for more information.

                    Chapel

                    We have a chapel on the main floor for quiet reflection and prayer. Everyone is welcome to use it, and service times are posted at the door. Learn more about spiritual care at Villa Caritas.

                    We also have a dedicated chaplain to support you, your family and staff.

                    Outdoor courtyard

                    We have a secure courtyard that you can enjoy, with permission from your physician.

                    Virtual tour

                    Visitor guidelines

                    Visiting hours

                    9 a.m. - 9 p.m.

                    Note that patients may be away from the unit for tests or activities. Children are welcome to visit and should be supervised by an adult.

                    Stop the spread of germs

                    • For the safety of our patients and residents, we encourage you to clean your hands when you visit. See our 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 anywhere on our property. However, we have nicotine replacement options to keep you comfortable during your stay with us. Ask a member of your care team for more information.

                    Pet visits

                    Family pets are welcome to visit. Before you bring a pet:

                    • ask your loved one’s care team
                    • give yourself time to fill out some paperwork
                    • be ready to show your pet’s current vaccination records
                    • remember to keep your pet on a leash at all times

                    Public washrooms

                    There are public washrooms in the main floor lobby, and a key is available at the front desk. Each unit also has one public washroom.

                    Parking

                    We offer free visitor parking, including accessible parking stalls, in our main parking lot on the north side of the building.

                    Cafeteria

                    The Garden Café at the Misericordia Community Hospital, just a short walk from Villa Caritas, offers hot meals and snacks.

                    Vending machines are located near the cafeteria entrance and in the emergency department waiting room for after-hour snacks and beverages.

                    Hours

                    7 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

                    Location

                    The Garden Café is located on the lower level (Level B) of the hospital.

                    Admission

                    Admission criteria

                    To be admitted to Villa Caritas, you must:

                    • have acute psychiatric symptoms and/or moderate to severe behavioral challenges
                    • be medically stable and not need urgent on-site medical support

                    Voluntary and involuntary admission

                    We serve both voluntary patients and those admitted under the Alberta Mental Health Act.

                    You can be admitted under the Alberta Mental Health Act if you:

                    • have a mental health challenge
                    • are likely to harm yourself or others or have a severe mental or physical impairment
                    • cannot be admitted voluntarily

                    Care plans

                    We work with you and your family to develop a care plan with clear goals. We also communicate with your healthcare provider as needed to help co-ordinate care.

                    Referral

                    You will need a referral from a professional to use our services.

                    Phone

                    780.342.6552

                    Fax

                    780.342.6579

                    General resources

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                    Address

                    Villa Caritas
                    16515 88 Ave NW
                    Edmonton AB  T5R 0A4

                    Main phone

                    780.342.6500

                    Admitting phone

                    780.735.2701

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