Building a Better Future for Our Residents
Introducing the New Lodge Project: A New Era for Passamaquoddy Lodge
Join us in transforming our nursing home with the New Lodge Project, a major reconstruction initiative designed to enhance the quality of life for our residents.
New Lodge Project
We’re excited to announce the launch of our New Lodge Project, to build a replacement home for the Passamaquoddy Lodge in the age-friendly community of St. Andrews. Located on the Bar Road at Champlain, on land donated by the Town, the new lodge will replace the current home with innovative design and programming to provide the community, our residents, and our staff with the next generation of care: aging in community, aging in place, aging in care.
Province Announces Plan to Rebuild Passamaquoddy Lodge
Two Charlotte County long-term care facilities will be replaced as part of New Brunswick’s new long-term care strategy.
Premier Susan Holt announced the Passamaquoddy Lodge in Saint Andrews, and Lincourt Manor in St. Stephen will be two of six being replaced by 2028-2029.
It is welcome news for Caroline Davies, spokeswoman for the Passamaquoddy Lodge Development Committee (PLI).
“I’m almost too stunned to feel anything,” she said, speaking with The Courier at the event. “These years of work have sort of been all-consuming and … now we’ve got some results.”
Eight years ago, the board was examining how to move from 40 rooms, 20 of which are shared, to 60 individual rooms. Davies said the province instructed the board at the time to build new.
The Lodge hosted multiple open houses and initiated a letter-writing campaign to spur a formal decision from the government. She said the new model, building five individual homes with 12 beds in each, was solidified during the COVID-19 [pandemic] when many seniors were separated from loved ones for extended periods of time.
“We are extremely grateful to the province for giving us the go ahead on this vital project and to our community and our Town Council for their patience and ongoing support. We are now working full steam ahead to create a detailed action plan and build the team we need to get things done.
I would also like to recognize the guidance and sage advice that Crosbie Cotton brought to our team. His innate ability to craft the message and to know when, to whom, and how to get it out there was invaluable. We miss his counsel.”
Read the full news article here: Two Charlotte County Long Term Care Homes to be Replaced
About the New Lodge
Revolutionizing Senior Care at Passamaquoddy Lodge
The New Lodge Project represents a significant investment in the future of Passamaquoddy Lodge. This major reconstruction effort aims to modernize our facilities, providing a state-of-the-art environment that meets the evolving needs of our residents. With improved amenities, expanded services, and a focus on community integration, the New Lodge is set to redefine senior care in St. Andrews.
The Care Model
Our care model is based on the belief that everyone has the right to age with dignity, where residents and others enjoy excellent quality of life, quality care and strong engagement between residents and staff. Our new, pandemic-responsive facility will provide each resident with an individual room and bathroom, in homes of 12 residents, and offer programs and services for local residents who want to, and can, continue to live at home, as well as for informal caregivers.
Watch this CBC interview with Dr. John Dornan, Minister of Health, for more information on the importance of this initiative.
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New Lodge Project Timeline
Explore the key milestones in the New Lodge reconstruction project, detailing our journey from planning to completion.
2017
Initial Idea
In an effort to ensure Passamaquoddy Lodge Inc. (PLI) better integrate aging in our community through “Aging in Place”, we supported the Age Friendly Community Initiative.
2018
Strategic Plan
The Lodge adopted a strategic goal of ensuring each resident lives in a private room with a private bath.
2019
Replace or Renovate
After a consultant, EXP, investigated possible renovation and expansion plans, the Department of Social Development (DSD) advised against renovation and recommended a new facility be built. A consultant on serving older adults, Silvermark, was hired to recommend a new servce model.
2020
New Care Model
We investigated a US care model called the Green House Project which focuses on smaller individual homes rather than an institutional (hospital-like) model that currently exists.
2021
Location Planning
The Board of Directors decided to proceed with planning a household facility and established the Development Committee. It sought support from ministers and officials in provincial departments of Social Services and Health. The town of St. Andrews approved a one year right of first refusal for land on the Bar Road.
2022
Design and Estimates
PLI received schematic designs and cost estimates from consultants Murdock and Boyd Architects and Iron Maple Constructors.
2024
Provincial Approval
The province in a letter has given support to the board to begin securing funds before formal per-diem negotiations begin.
Support our New Lodge Project
Your support is crucial to the success of the New Lodge project. By making a donation, you can help us create a state-of-the-art facility that will provide exceptional care for our seniors. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our residents.