Bay Side Home
Redefining Long-Term Care
Redefining Long-Term Care
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Resident Services
Resident Services
Turn to Bay Side Home in Barrington, Nova Scotia for quality long-term care services. For details on the scope of what we provide, please refer
to the information below.
Transportation
Transportation
Bay Side Home operates a van for the benefit of the residents at the home. This vehicle is equipped with a wheelchair lift to assist those residents confined to wheelchairs. The van is used to transport residents to shopping excursions, along with social and recreational events in the community.
Church Services
Various religious organizations provide regular services at Bay Side Home and are available for the special needs of our residents. Services are held every Sunday at 2:00 PM in the common room. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Newspaper Service
- The Chronicle Herald newspaper is available by special subscription through Bay Side Home.
- Payment for which can be taken from residents' trust account or added to their monthly account.
- Families can arrange for personal subscriptions to other newspapers (The Coastguard, Vanguard, etc.) to be delivered to Bay Side Home for their loved one.
Newspaper Service
Newspaper Service
Hairdressing Services
Hairdressing services are available at Bay Side Home. Appointments can be made through the hair salon. Payment will be deducted from the resident's trust account.
Security
Bay Side Home is equipped with a security system to ensure the safety of our residents and staff. After 4:00 PM, all doors are locked, and exit and entrance is gained through a keypad system. Please enquire of the household staff for assistance with after-hours access.
Hairdressing Services
Hairdressing Services
Fire Safety
Fire drills are conducted once a month, outlining various scenarios to ensure the proficiency of our staff when dealing with emergencies. Visitors will be advised of the proper procedures by on-duty staff.
Pastoral Care
Bay Side Home recognizes the importance of spiritual care for all residents. Efforts will be made to accommodate the religious needs of each resident. Some of the services offered through pastoral care are:
- Regularly scheduled weekly devotional and Bible study
- Weekly worship services
- Memorial services
- Attending to the spiritual needs of the dying
*Special services can be arranged through our recreation department.