In a culture that loves youthfulness, Bethany Care Society celebrates aging. The values of choice, quality of life, independence and community are cornerstones of our service. Our continuing care programs, housing properties and service options reflect the changing social, physical, spiritual, emotional and intellectual needs of residents and clients.
Homelike Environment
Through our caring communities, we create a homelike environment by:
- Celebrating the independent spirit of everyone who calls Bethany home
- Including staff and families as partners in care - it's a joint effort that involves the resident whenever possible
- Encouraging families to continue family traditions and to bring furniture, pictures and mementos from home to the care centre
- Providing care and support in activities of daily living
- Tailoring programs and activities to each resident
- Offering community spaces for social activities and family gatherings
- Providing Pastoral Care
- Reflecting in our centres the unique personality of the communities in which we operate
"Bethany is a leader in best practices for continuing care," says Greer Black, President and CEO. "We promote skilled, compassionate care for the whole person - body, mind and spirit."
Quality Based Model of Care
We strive for excellence in service delivery. Through on-going research, evaluation, best practices and communication, our staff can make the best care decisions possible.
Quality Services
We provide quality service delivery, support and housing options across the full continuum of aging and care needs. Some of these options include:
- Continuing Care
- Designated Supportive Living
- Special dementia care for all stages including mid to late stage dementia
- Young adult program for those with disabilities or complex medical conditions
- Bethany Lifeline
- Adult Day Support Program
- Pastoral Care
- Music Therapy
- Recreation Therapy
- Affordable and fair market priced housing for independent seniors in the community
Measuring Quality
- Satisfaction - Annual resident, family and housing satisfaction surveys tell us what we are doing well and indicate areas where we need to improve
- Safety - Our Occupational Health and Safety programs have received Certificates of Recognition for leadership in workplace safety by Partners in Injury Reduction
- Careers - Named one of Canada's top 1000 employers for new graduates
- Education - Annual mandatory education for all staff
- Privacy - Employ a privacy officer who reports to the Alberta Privacy Commissioner
- Accreditation - Accredited through the Canadia Council of Heath Services Accreditation
- Standards - We meet or exceed the Health Care Standards Accommodation and Supportive Living Standards
- Consumer's Choice - Since 2003 Bethany Care Society has received the Consumer's Choice award for Business Excellence
- Best Practices - Constantly monitor care practices to identify areas for improvement and industry best practices
- Audits - We are regularly audited for food quality and taste and site cleanliness
Pastoral Care
Christian Faith was the inspiration from which Bethany Care Society was created. Through this heritage, we strive to meet the needs of the whole person, body, mind and spirit. Spirituality is a cornerstone in providing holistic, quality care and is one of the elements that define Bethany.
With aging, spiritual issues become more focused. As we grow older, we reflect on the meaning of our lives and faith can help us find that meaning.
Why is spirituality important for residents?
- It helps to keep residents mentally and spiritually active
- Builds community
- Builds community and encourages positive relationships
- Spiritual capacity increased with age
- Allows residents to continue their faith practices in their new home
Bethany Care Society Chaplains:
- Are present at all long term care and housing sites
- Reach across many faith traditions
- Are members of our care teams
- Support resident spiritual and religious beliefs and practices
Pastoral Care Services:
- One-on-one visitations, Bible study, spiritual music and prayer
- Grief and bereavement counseling
- Spiritual ministry in preparation for end of life
- Expertise ministering to persons with dementia
- Regular worship services
- Provide support for families
- Help Bethany Care Society live its mission, vision and values
Ethics
Bethany Care Society is committed to maintaining the highest possible ethical standards of care and practice. Through ethical decision making, we promote life-affirming relationships and live our mission of creating caring communities.
The Bethany Care Society Ethics Committee provides:
- Ethics Education
- Ethical review of policies
- Ethics Consultations about Care
Contact the Ethics Committee
Ph: (403) 210-HOME
Email: Ethics Committee