Temiskaming Lodge, a 128-bed home in Temiskaming Shores is now officially open.
“It marks an important milestone for Temiskaming Shores and the 128 residents who now have a modern, comfortable place to call home,” said Stan Cho, Minister of Long-Term Care.
Temiskaming Lodge began welcoming residents late last year and features 46 new and 82 upgraded beds with resident rooms designed with modern furnishings. The home consists of four resident home areas, which creates a more intimate and familiar living space, with dining and activity areas, lounges and bedrooms.
Residents’ care is centred around the Butterfly Approach, delivering emotion-focused care for residents with dementia by creating comfort and warmth. The main floor features a community hub of senior services and includes a general store, salon, multipurpose room, and café.
Temiskaming Lodge serves culturally diverse seniors including Francophone and Indigenous residents. The home has access to translators, bilingual staff members, and partnerships with local cultural centres to deliver culturally-specific themed meals and programming. Current holistic programming provides multi-denominational spiritual programs and culturally specific programming such as smudging ceremonies.
