During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have committed to keeping our community and stakeholders informed. To that end, we want to inform you at this time that we have received confirmation of positive cases of COVID-19 in our staff group and a number of cases of COVID-19 in residents of our facility. The next-of-kin of the […]

We are pleased to announce that starting Jan 1, 2022, we are expanding Designated Caregiver visitation hours at Ocean View to 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM each day (and Thursdays 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM). This also seems like a great time to pass along our sincere thanks to our Designated Caregivers for the richness […]

At this time we have made the difficult decision to close Ocean View to general visitors until further notice. Designated Caregivers are still permitted in the facility, however we ask that they visit one at a time. If there are folks who have been general visitors up until this point but would like to become […]

As we are sure you heard along with us today, the province is implementing some new restrictions in light of the current COVID-19 situation in Nova Scotia. At this time, residents are permitted to have ONLY two (2) consistent fully vaccinated visitors. Designated Caregivers are included in the total of two (2). Here at our […]

With the holidays here, we wanted to share some reminders with visitors and Designated Caregivers to help us all stay safe throughout the festive season. As you know, our facility is a bit older than others and space is often limited. Over the holidays as you are visiting, please be mindful that many others may […]

We have been committed to keeping you informed throughout the pandemic. With this in mind, at this time we want to inform our Ocean View community that we have received confirmation of positive cases of COVID-19 in staff persons at our facility.  At this time, we are working closely with Public Health to determine best next […]

As you know, government has recently communicated new LTC restrictions publicly and has communicated detailed restrictions to our facilities directly. Due to these restrictions, at this time we will not be able to allow residents to go offsite for any reason, other than required medical appointments.  We know this will be disappointing to both residents […]

As we are sure you know, COVID-19 numbers are once again rising and the government is introducing new restrictions. At this time we wanted to share a few of these new restrictions as we understand them. We suspect new information will become available to us in coming days, so please keep an eye on our […]

Ocean View would like to acknowledge CUPE’s Day of Action, being held across the province on November 30th. This demonstration is a reminder of the collaborative advocacy taking place in the LTC sector for wages and compensation that reflect the real value of our workforce. CUPE members from our home, along with other locals at […]

We are pleased to share this CCA Week message from Nova Scotia’s Minister of Seniors & Long-Term Care!

As per direction from the province, at this time all individuals except staff and Designated Caregivers must be fully vaccinated to enter our facility (unless they have a medical or human rights exemption).  Proof of vaccination must be provided each time you enter. Effective November 30th, 2021 all designated caregivers and staff that visit or […]

This is a unique time, so we continue to find unique ways to connect with our Ocean View families! Please join us for a Virtual Family Council Meeting with Site Manager and Director of Care, Martha Cooper on October 14th at 2:00 pm How can you join us?We will host the meeting via Zoom. This […]

Click the link below to read the latest issue of “Our OceanVIEW”, the quarterly newsletter for our residents, families, friends, volunteers, and staff!

Please see the below message from the Nursing Homes of Nova Scotia Association regarding continued masking for visitors within NHNSA member operators’ facilities.

Like all LTC homes, Ocean View is experiencing staff shortages like we have never seen. One of the challenges is working in a system where there is much more demand for direct care staff than there is supply. One of the professions that contribute to the resident experience is the role of allied health professionals […]