Louise Jensen Care Centre
The Louise Jensen Care Centre, located in Camrose, is home to 65 residents and is designated as continuing care. There are four cottages, Lilac, Ivy, Juniper and Hawthorn, and each have large bright common areas, with lots of windows, natural light, and a friendly staff who work hard to make residents feel at home and support them in everyday life. Each cottage has their own events calendar, and there is always something happening that makes life enjoyable and fun while living in continuing care.
As a part of Alberta’s Continuing Care system, the Louise Jensen Care Centre is where care is provided for people with complex health needs who are unable to remain at home or in supportive living. The system is a shared responsibility between Alberta Seniors and Community Supports and Alberta Health and Wellness.
Eligibility
Admission to Continuing Care is determined by the Alberta Health Services Placement Process based on health, residential, and personal care needs. The criteria for eligibility is:
- meets the criteria for the Continuing Care Program
- requires skilled daily care and professional nursing assessment
- is the most appropriate care setting available
Waitlists and placement are coordinated by Alberta Health Services and The Bethany Group.
Fee
The resident pays an accommodation fee which is set by Alberta Seniors and Community Supports. Services funded through accommodation fees include:
- meals and meal service
- laundering of towels and linens
- housekeeping services
- social and leisure activities
- utilities
- routine maintenance
If one qualifies, subsidies are available through the enhanced Alberta Seniors Benefit, through AISH (Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped) or Veterans Affairs www.seniors.gov.ab.ca
Services
The following health and personal care services are funded by Alberta Health and Wellness:
- nursing services
- personal care services
- recreational therapy
- physiotherapy and occupational therapy
- medications and medical-surgical supplies
- ambulance transportation for prescribed medical services
Roles and Responsibilities
The resident or appointed agent/guardian is responsible for:
- input into his/her own Care Plan
- accommodation fees
- personal laundry services
- hair care
- personal goods and services
Family members/agents/guardians are responsible for:
- providing transportation for appointments and personal outings (e.g. doctor, dentist, entertainment, etc.)
- assisting in management of personal finances, if needed
- supporting resident’s social and emotional well-being
- communicating with The Bethany Group to assist and support the resident with his/her Care Plan, if required.
Contact Information
For more information contact:
Resident Care Manager
5400 46 Avenue
Camrose, AB T4V 4S9
Telephone: 780.679.3096
A copy of a brochure about the Louise Jensen Care Centre is available.