Visiting Information for Long-Term Care and Assisted Living

All visitors are allowed at long-term care and seniors’ assisted living facilities.

As of March 28, 2025 masks are no longer mandatory in our facilities. If you are feeling unwell, we encourage you to wear a mask and practice healthy habits. For more information, please read BC Government's guidance on masking.

People who are ill or have symptoms of illness should not visit long-term care and seniors’ assisted living sites. Visitors are expected to follow precautions in place at each site, including practicing hand hygiene. 

Proof of vaccination is not required for entry. 

Find information on the BCCDC long-term care visitor guidelines.

General Information on Visiting Information for Long-Term Care and Assisted Living

Referral Required?
Not required

News & Events

The Summit facility

Improving Seniors Care for Victoria Residents

Seniors living in Oak Bay Lodge and Mt. Tolmie care home in Victoria are preparing to move into a new, modern long-term care home in Quadra Village.

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South Van Island

Project Development Agreement signed for a new Residential Care Facility in the Cowichan Valley

Duncan – Island Health and H&H Total Care Services Inc. (H&H) are working together to bring a new residential care facility to Duncan. The facility will focus on improving seniors’ care capacity in the Cowichan Valley and on meeting the needs of complex care clients.

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