West Shore Lodge
1828 Island Highway
Colwood, BC V9B 1J2
Island Health
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West Shore Lodge is a mixed assisted living residence in Colwood, BC, within the Island Health region. Island Health lists 6 publicly subsidized units and 44 private-pay units at the four-storey apartment-style building. The residence offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites, with shared amenities that include a dining room, activity and exercise spaces, TV lounge, library, garden patio, and on-site hairdresser. Island Health also notes an in-suite emergency call system and social and recreational programming. West Shore Lodge offers both publicly subsidized and private-pay assisted living. Publicly subsidized assisted living access is managed through an Island Health Community Health Services assessment. Contact West Shore Lodge directly to ask about private-pay availability and suite options.
Last verified May 18, 2026 · operator website
How the residence describes life there
West Shore Lodge is an apartment-style assisted living residence in Colwood, offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites with in-suite emergency call systems. Residents share common spaces such as a dining room, activity and exercise areas, a TV lounge, a library, and a garden patio, as well as access to an on-site hair salon. Social and recreational programs are offered in the building, giving residents opportunities to join group activities and connect with others. Both privately paid and publicly subsidized assisted living options are available through the residence and the regional health system.
Based on publicly available operator, health authority, or development materials · Last reviewed May 18, 2026
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West Shore Lodge receives strong praise for staff attentiveness, quality meals, and social activities, with multiple reviewers highlighting compassionate end-of-life care and family support. However, one recent review documents significant issues with maintenance responsiveness and facility handling of a water damage incident, including a 5-week repair delay and requests for elderly family members to assist with moving resident belongings.
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What families appreciate
- +Staff checked on residents if they missed meals and brought food to their rooms
- +Management handled end-of-life situations and family support with exceptional care
- +Welcoming to visiting family members during difficult times
- +Well-maintained facility with good security protocols
- +Strong social interaction opportunities with games and activities
Concerns mentioned in reviews
- -Suite repairs took 5 weeks with no completion despite initial promises
- -Facility suggested elderly resident check into off-site hotel due to water damage
- -Carpet was stained and in poor condition for 9 years before replacement
- -Facility requested family member to pack and move resident's belongings despite being elderly and caring for spouse with injury
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Listing reviewed Feb 2026
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