St. Vincent's: Langara Closed

Medical mask policy in effect during respiratory illness season

For essential winter health tips and guidance on where to get medical assistance, please visit Vancouver Coastal Health's winter care page. During the respiratory illness season, a medical mask policy is in effect for all patient care areas in hospitals, long-term care and community health-care sites and clinics.

Visitors: If you exhibit any symptoms of cold or flu, or feel unwell, refrain from entering these facilities. Visitors to long-term care and senior assisted living facilities must wear medical masks in common areas.

Your cooperation is vital in maintaining the health of our patients, residents and staff.

About this location

Located across from a picturesque Vancouver park, St. Vincent’s: Langara is both a long-term care home for 197 residents and a facility that provides specialized services for 20 adult mental health clients.

Opened in 1991, Langara is a three-story facility featuring a spacious atrium on the main floor. This atrium leads to a charming patio, complete with gardening areas for residents to enjoy. Additionally, the serene atmosphere is enhanced by a peaceful chapel adorned with beautiful stained glass windows.

Alder Unit

Alder is a specialized 20-bed tertiary mental health unit, tailored for adults with complex brain disorders or injuries and mental illness. This unit specifically addresses the needs of those who, due to their conditions, face challenges living successfully in community settings.

255 West 62nd Avenue
Vancouver, BC, V5X 4V4

St. Vincent's: Langara visiting information

Family — defined as those closest to you — play an important role in a patient’s and resident’s well-being. Families and close friends are welcome to visit at any time. Providence Health Care does not restrict visiting hours. Of course, you must follow a few guidelines:

  • Sick people need rest. You can visit often, but please respect your loved ones wishes for privacy or rest.
  • Children under 14 must be under adult supervision (from someone other than the resident) at all times.
  • Visiting may be restricted to protect the privacy and rights of other residents and clients.
  • Your visit may be interrupted by staff to provide resident or client care.
  • If you feel unwell, have an infection, flu-like or respiratory symptoms, or any sort of communicable disease, or have recently been in contact with anyone with these symptoms, we encourage you to stay at home until you’re well again.
  • We may not have the space to accommodate a large number of family members, but we’ll try our best.

If you need more information – just ask so we can help create the best care experience overall.

Alder visiting information

If you are coming to visit, please notify our care team beforehand as the visit can impact your loved one's care plan. If a large group is coming at one time, please inform our receptionist so our team can prepare.

Administration hours

  • Sunday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Monday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Thursday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Friday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Saturday: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

St. Vincent’s: Langara resident, family & visitor guide

What you need to know before coming to St. Vincent’s: Langara.

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