Senior Care in Island Health
Island Health (formally Vancouver Island Health Authority) serves all of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Victoria and Nanaimo are the main hubs for senior care. The mild coastal climate makes the island a popular retirement destination, which also means high demand and some of the longest wait times in BC for publicly funded beds. Private communities offer shorter waits but at higher costs.
Wait Times in Island Health
The average wait for publicly funded long-term care in Island Health is ~404 days (13 months), with popular homes ranging 10–18 months.
Island Health has high demand especially in Victoria. Limited beds on Vancouver Island drive longer community waits.
Source: BC Seniors Advocate. Read our full waitlist guide →
Cities in Island Health
All Facilities in Island Health
Publicly Funded Care
Subsidized through Island Health — costs are based on income. Waitlists apply.
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Private Communities
Independent pricing — often available with shorter wait times.
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