What type of care does Kiwanis Village Lodge offer?

Kiwanis Village Lodge is a Long-Term Care facility offering long term care in Nanaimo, BC.

How much does Kiwanis Village Lodge cost per month?

Kiwanis Village Lodge offers 75 subsidized beds with income-tested rates set by the BC government. Subsidized rates depend on your income and are set by the BC government. Contact the facility directly for current pricing.

How is Kiwanis Village Lodge rated?

Kiwanis Village Lodge has a 4.5 out of 5 star rating based on 12 Google Reviews.

Where is Kiwanis Village Lodge located?

Kiwanis Village Lodge is located at 1233 Kiwanis Crescent, Nanaimo, BC V9S5Y1, within the Vancouver Island Health region.

What is the bed capacity at Kiwanis Village Lodge?

Kiwanis Village Lodge has 75 beds, including 75 subsidized beds.

What amenities does Kiwanis Village Lodge offer?

Kiwanis Village Lodge offers Dining.

Which health authority oversees Kiwanis Village Lodge?

Kiwanis Village Lodge is overseen by Vancouver Island Health in British Columbia.

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Kiwanis Village Lodge

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1233 Kiwanis Crescent

Nanaimo, BC V9S5Y1

Island Health

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4.5(12 reviews)

Kiwanis Village Lodge is a 75-bed long-term care home in Nanaimo operated by the Nanaimo District Senior Citizens’ Housing Development Society. Opened in 1991, the lodge is part of a full-continuum campus that also includes independent housing, assisted living, respite, and an adult day program. The lodge holds Accreditation Canada accreditation with Commendation, recognizing performance that exceeds national standards. Dementia-specific programming is offered through its Living Well with Dementia program, and a therapeutic garden and Meals on Wheels service support residents and community members. Placement is managed through a Home and Community Care assessment — call 8-1-1 to start. Contact Kiwanis Village Lodge to ask about the residence itself.

Last verified May 11, 2026 · operator website

What families should know

Placement through Island Health — publicly funded placement

Vancouver Island Health manages placement for Kiwanis Village Lodge, a publicly funded long-term care home, where admission occurs through the Health Authority's centralized assessment and waitlist process. This facility is known for its part in the six-acre Kiwanis Village campus, enabling aging in place across care levels, with all single-occupancy rooms featuring ceiling lifts and en suite bathrooms. It sits adjacent to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital in central Nanaimo, near shopping and medical offices, with public transit stopping right at the entrance. BCSA QuickFacts reports average waits of 662 days for non-urgent community admissions and 361 days overall. Families should verify current waitlist status and availability with Vancouver Island Health, ask about visiting policies, and confirm accreditation details. Worth checking if this campus structure fits your loved one's long-term needs.

Based on BC Seniors Advocate QuickFacts, Health Authority records, and publicly available facility information · Last reviewed May 14, 2026

Total Beds

Subsidized Beds

Operator

Nanaimo District Senior Citizens' Housing Development Society

Languages Spoken

English

Quality & Safety

Monthly Rate

$1,507.70 to $4,142.60

2026 BC subsidized rate

Funded Care Hours

3.4 hrs

per resident per day

Food Cost

$11.16

per resident per day

Complaints (Year)

Inspections (Year)

Quality Indicators (CIHI — Canadian Institute for Health Information)

Percent of residents receiving physical therapy8.0%

Percent of residents receiving recreation therapy0.0%

Percent of residents receiving occupational therapy0.0%

Percent of residents with a worsened pressure ulcer2.5%

Percent of residents with daily physical restraints10.3%

Percent of residents with falls in the last 30 days11.8%

Percent of residents taking nine or more medications48.1%

Percent of residents with four or more emergency room visits0.0%

Percent of residents taking antipsychotic drugs without a diagnosis of psychosis18.2%

Food prepared on-siteSingle: 64Double: 0

Reviews

4.5

12 Google reviews

Kiwanis Village Lodge receives consistently high ratings for its multiple care levels, attractive physical environment, and activities program. However, a critical concern raised in a long-term resident's review indicates insufficient staffing for meal assistance, resulting in documented weight loss and requiring family intervention to supplement care.

Based on Google reviews

Sentiment by Topic

food

2.0

staff

3.5

activities

4.0

management

3.0

overall atmosphere

4.5

What families appreciate

+Multiple levels of care allowing residents to age in place without relocating
+Staff kept residents safe during COVID and provided grocery delivery service
+Great activities for residents
+Attractive development with lots of windows and natural light
+Warm atmosphere

Concerns mentioned in reviews

-Insufficient staffing to assist residents with meals
-Resident weight loss due to inadequate help during eating
-Not enough caregivers to provide proper meal assistance

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