Mission Statement

The Board and Staff of Alderwood Rest Home are committed to providing and enhancing quality of life for our residents.

Philosophy

The philosophy of Alderwood Rest Home is total integrated care of each individual resident. Realizing this consists of providing the best nursing, dietary and environmental care. We also recognize residents' psychological and spiritual needs, in a spirit of understanding and compassion. Our home provides service to the residents' needs in a setting where they can live as independently as possible and assists them to preserve their dignity.

Policy Statement

Alderwood Rest Home considers its employees to be its most important resource, and as such, subscribes to fair and equitable treatment of all employees. Alderwood expects its employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Alderwood's philosophy.

Information About Care

  • 70 Long Term Care Beds (68 Semi-Private and 2 Private)
  • 7 Apartments Self Contained
  • 2 Floors, with 3 wings with 1 secure unit
  • Spacious patio deck with covered gazebo overlooking the Bras d'Or Lakes and Kidston Island.
  • Food Service is prepared by facility, served in main dining room and transported by hot food cart to auxiliary dining areas. 3 full meals and 3 light lunches provided daily.
  • Resident Care has 24-hour RN / LPN / PCW coverage. 3 local doctors available as well as hospital located 1 km from Alderwood. A Podiatrist and Occupational Therapist visit on a regular basis. Physiotherapy and Dietitian part-time. Physio Assistant full time.
  • Full range of activities, bus trips and recreation programs available.
  • Residents may bring some personal items for decorations. Permitted one chair and TV; all items must comply with Fire Marshal and Occupational Health and Safety Standards.
  • Employs 100 Staff
  • Laundry, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Dietary, and Nursing Departments.
  • Telephone, Cable TV, Computer and Internet Services.
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Visiting Hours are 11:00 am-8:30 pm.
  • On site parking at no charge.
  • Closest bus stop is approximately 5 kilometers from facility (MacAulay's Ultramar, Shore Rd., Baddeck).

Services Provided by Groups and Individuals from Surrounding Areas

  • Pastoral Care. Religious service held every Thursday (different denominations perform service).
  • Reading Program
  • Baddeck Academy Intergenerational Program
  • Volunteer Program
  • Musical Entertainment
  • Pet Therapy
  • Local Newspaper
  • Monthly Birthday Parties
  • Bingo held every Tuesday
  • Two dentists and an optometrist located in Baddeck
  • Seniors Mental Health
  • Palliative Care
  • Denturist, Podiatrist and Occupational Therapist
  • Physiotherapy and Dietitian part-time
  • Physio Assistant full time
  • Exercise Program 3 days a week
  • Knitting Club
  • Hymn Sing
  • Hairdresser (on site 3 days a week Mon Tues Wed)
Administrator Arlene Morrison
Director of Care Brenda Nicholson

Director of Activities

 Pat Ryan

Director of Environmental Services

 Bernadette Matheson
Director of Dietary Services Lillian MacLean
Director of Maintenance John Berk

Board of Directors

Fraser Patterson, Chairman Councillor - Victoria County
Paul Mac Neil Councillor - Victoria County

Bruce Morrison

 Councillor - Victoria County
Keith MacCuspic Councillor - Victoria County
Kaye Garland Member at Large