Board Director (volunteer) What We Are About Broadmead Care is a vibrant non-profit health care provider in Victoria, BC, with a reputation for high quality care, innovation, and leading practices. Through five locations in the greater Victoria area, the organization provides a range of services including long term complex care and adult day programs for…
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Reflections on Opportunities to Make a Difference On February 1, 2024, we were pleased to host our first-ever Legacy Lunch and Learn event at Veterans Memorial Lodge. Our topic was: Protecting the future: the heartfelt power of estate planning, and featured a presentation from and discussion with Barbara Armstrong of Edward Jones (in the photo,…
On February 21, 2024, Broadmead Care celebrated staff who have been employed with us for five to forty-five years. CEO Derrick Bernardo thanked those who have dedicated their time and energy to serving the people who live in our Homes, saying, “Broadmead Care has a strong reputation as leaders in long term care. We were…
For the fourth year in a row, St. Margaret’s student Lois (on the right in the photo) has brought ‘Hearts for Happiness’ to the people who live at Veterans Memorial Lodge, a Broadmead Care Home, on Valentine’s Day. It all started during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021 the then-grade-seven student Lois felt badly for seniors…
Building a bridge between your heart and the future Estate planning may sound like a dry, legal process, but at its core, it’s a deeply emotional journey. It’s about more than just assets and paperwork; it’s about securing your legacy and ensuring your loved ones are cared for, and your wishes carried out, long after…
100% of our Philanthropy Survey respondents said they have a Will or other estate plan. But if it hasn’t been updated since 2016, you may need to have another look at your plans. Here are the top six reasons to review your Will. Estate planning for legacy donors in Canada can be likened to regularly…
The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here, and we are thrilled to share some wonderful news with you. After weeks of anticipation and excitement, it is our pleasure to announce the winner of Broadmead Care’s Worth a Shot Holiday 50/50! We are delighted to announce that John Robinson is the lucky winner…
Thanks to Bob’s caring heart, people like Joe are being helped. Bob’s* father, Joe*, was a Second World War Veteran. When he began to experience difficulties with mobility and dementia, Joe moved to Veterans Memorial Lodge, a Broadmead Care Home with priority access for veterans. Bob saw firsthand the care that his father received. “The…
Specialized furnishings and equipment are fundamental ingredients, or building blocks, in creating a nurturing environment for young adults with disabilities. Imagine trying to build a house without a solid foundation, or a car without wheels. In a similar way, funding for furnishings, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) is a critical foundation of homes for young adults…
This fall was a flurry of growth for our Rooted In Care campaign. More than 2,400 Liberator Tulips found their way into gardens and planters across greater Victoria. Through our partnership with Country Grocer, a portion of the proceeds from Liberator Tulip bulb sales will go towards the Rooted In Care campaign which aims to…
There’s just five days to go until #GivingTuesdayCa, the world’s biggest generosity day! Last year, your donations helped raise an amazing $6,892 in one day. This money was used to buy special equipment like slings for overhead lifts, fall mats, and soft call bells. This year, we want to keep up the good work and…
Remembrance Day is always special at Broadmead Care. It holds especially deep significance at Veterans Memorial Lodge, where we are honoured to care for Canada’s veterans from the Second World War, Korean War, and modern day missions. Earlier this month, during Veterans’ Week, our Homes hosted special activities like portrait sessions, themed movies, reminiscences, Afternoon…