St. Joseph Lodge
Location Details
Phone
705-282-2007Life at St. Joseph Lodge
Life at the Lodge is rooted in comfort, connection, and respect, where residents feel at home, supported by caring staff and surrounded by the beauty of the island community. Residents enjoy engaging programs, nutritious meals and opportunities to connect through recreation, faith, and friendship. Families and visitors are always welcome.
Services & Amenities
Health & Personal Care
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24-Hour Nursing Support
Continuous personal and medical supervision by qualified nursing staff.
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Physiotherapy
On-site physiotherapy and restorative exercise programs included as part of regular care.
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Dietitian Support
Professional dietary assessments and personalized therapeutic meal planning.
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Specialized Health Services
Access to visiting health professionals and on-site, fee-for-service foot care.
Food & Hospitality
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Three nutritious meals and three snacks served daily, tailored to therapeutic dietary needs.
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Comprehensive daily room cleaning, personal laundry, and fresh linen services.
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Complimentary toiletries, clothing labeling, on-site hair salon (fee-for-service), and personal trust account banking.
Programs & Activities
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Recreational & Social Activities
A variety of engaging daily programs and opportunities for social connection.
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Seasonal Celebrations
Special events and celebrations held throughout the year.
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Music & Art Programs
Creative programming designed to enrich daily life.
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Spiritual & Religious Care
Support for spiritual wellness and religious practice.
Spaces & Connectivity
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48 beds in fully air-conditioned private, semi-private, and basic accommodations for individuals and couples.
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Comfortably furnished gathering spaces and televisions.
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Secure landscaped courtyard garden.
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Connectivity Packages (available for an additional fee)
Internet: wireless internet access. Cable: Standard Basic/Favourite TV packages provided through our local cable partner. Telephone: Landline hookups are available and provisioned directly through Bell Canada.
Resident Council
Our Resident Council meets monthly to ensure our community has an active voice in daily life at the Lodge. The council provides vital feedback to management, helps shape recreational programs, and builds meaningful leadership opportunities. Highlight notes from monthly meetings are posted publicly on our community board.
Have questions or want to get involved? Contact our Programs and Volunteer Coordinator.
Life Enrichment Programs
Each resident comes to us with a unique life story, interests and needs. The Life Enrichment Department recognizes this and develops programs to meet individual and group needs in the physical, cognitive, social and emotional domains. The goal of the department is to incorporate restorative care into all activities and programming by empowering and engaging residents as active participants in their leisure pursuits.
Through assessment, Life Enrichment Assistants identify each residents’ interests, strengths and abilities to ensure leisure fulfillment through personal meaningful activity, and optimal physical well-being through strengthening and range of motion exercise classes.
Activities are offered 7 days a week, on holidays and include a variety of day and evening programs as well as a number of monthly outings. The department works closely with Volunteer Services, facility Chaplain, Registered Social Worker as well as the Physiotherapist and Physiotherapist Assistants to develop a holistic, personalized plan of care for each resident.
Example Life Enrichment Programs:
- Physical: Strengthening and range of motion exercise classes, walking groups, bocce, bowling, curling, and one-to-one physical programming.
- Cognitive: Bingo, mind joggers, trivia, reminiscence, technology-focused programs, horticulture and art programs, cooking and baking, Montessori and sensory programs.
- Social: Happy hours, live entertainment, intergenerational, neighbourhood teas, seasonal celebrations, Recreation Committee, Skype, dining clubs and community outings.
- Emotional: Spa programs, pet visits, I-pod program, movie days and additional music programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can residents bring their own furniture, decorations, and electronics?
Yes, we encourage residents to make their space feel like home. Residents may bring personal furniture such as a dresser, TV , or armchair, as well as personal items like a comforter, photos, and decorative items. All furniture and belongings must fit safely in the room without overcrowding the space, blocking access, or creating a fire or safety hazard. Placement must be approved by staff.
If you would like to hang photos or other items on the wall, please let our nursing staff know and our Environmental Services team will assist. For safety and consistency, the facility provides all window coverings, so personal curtains are not permitted.
Please note: Residents are responsible for arranging tenant liability insurance. We are not liable for lost or damaged belongings.
What electrical appliances are permitted?
Residents may bring small personal electrical items such as a TV (maximum 50”), radio, lamp, fan, electric clock, and power bar. All electrical items must be CSA-approved and inspected by Environmental Services before they can be used.
For safety reasons, the following items are not permitted: hair dryers, bar fridges, humidifiers, heaters, kettles, toasters, extension cords, plug-in coolers, or any other heat-generating appliances.
Are internet, cable, and phone services available?
Yes, we offer optional connectivity packages for an additional fee. This includes wireless internet access, standard basic cable TV packages provided through a local telecommunications provider and landline phone hookups that can be provisioned through Bell Canada.
How do I become a patient?
To become a patient, you must be referred by a qualified healthcare professional, such as a physician, nurse practitioner, home care nurse, or Community Paramedicine team. The hospital also accepts referrals from various sources, including community-based providers, acute-care hospitals, and other facilities, such as those connected to the Health Sciences North (HSN) network.
Patients cannot submit admission forms directly; you must connect with your care team member for assistance. Once a referral is received, your needs are reviewed, and if you are admitted, a comprehensive plan of care is developed and tailored to you.
Who is responsible for personal belongings?
All personal belongings should be clearly labeled with the resident’s name. Residents and families are responsible for arranging tenant liability insurance. We are not liable for lost or damaged belongings.
How can residents get involved in shaping life at the Lodge?
We encourage resident participation through our Resident Council, which meets monthly. The council acts as a vital voice for our community, providing feedback to management, helping to shape our recreational programming, and creating opportunities for residents to take on leadership roles.
Apply for Long-Term Care
If you or a loved one needs long-term care, Ontario Health atHome will coordinate the application. Their team will help you understand eligibility, assess care needs, related costs, and guide you through the placement process from start to finish.
Book a Tour
We invite you to visit and experience our homes firsthand. Meet the care team, explore our spaces, and learn more about the programs and services that support your well-being every day.
Rates and Funding
Long-term care homes are funded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, which sets accommodation rates which are reviewed annually. Based on the assessment at admission, you may qualify for a subsidized rate.