Providence Living at The Views

What families should know

Placement through Island Health — publicly funded placement

Families seeking a placement at Providence Living at The Views will work through Island Health, which assesses eligibility and then manages placement into this and other publicly funded long-term care homes rather than having people apply directly to the operator. This home is known for its innovative small-household “dementia village”-inspired design, organized into 13 households of around 12 residents with their own kitchens and living spaces, and for its faith-based, non-profit Providence Living Society ownership that emphasizes relationship-centred, home-like care. It sits on the former St. Joseph’s Hospital site at 211 Rodello Street in Comox, within the Comox Valley and K’ómoks First Nation territory, in a setting that combines a redeveloped care campus with nearby residential and coastal areas. Residents here typically have needs that meet Island Health’s criteria for long-term care, including many living with dementia, along with some younger adults requiring 24-hour support, and all beds are publicly funded rather than private-pay. BCSA QuickFacts reports this home has 156 publicly funded long-term care beds and notes an historical admission-wait range of 3 to 537 days with an average of about 203 days, so families should ask Island Health how current waits compare when making plans. It will be important to clarify how the team matches residents to particular households, how behaviours like wandering are supported in this open, village-style environment, and how medical, palliative, and dementia supports are delivered on-site. Families should also ask about visiting policies, parking, and opportunities to participate in household routines such as meals and activities, since this model encourages family involvement. Finally, review the most recent licensing and accreditation information and ask Providence Living and Island Health what they are doing in response to any inspection findings, so you understand the home’s quality and safety track record.

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