Residential Care

FolkStone Family Care Homes

The FolkStone Family Care Homes program was developed in the year 2000 to provide an alternative to institutionalized/congregate care for those who cannot manage on their own.  FolkStone is a unique health care program that is designed to meet the needs of children, youth, adults and older adults.  FolkStone provides respite care and long term placements for people diagnosed with Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or any other complex health care need.  Our residents reside in a family care home in their own community.  They receive ongoing care and support from the FolkStone team, which includes family caregivers and staff.  The FolkStone team is comprised of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Resident Care Aids and Activity Workers.  Individualized program plans are designed for each resident, according to their specific strengths, needs and preferences. This plan is designed to assist each resident to achieve their goals, whether they are rehabilitative, behavioural or recovering from a short term illness.  Referrals are accepted from the Health Authorities, Community Living BC, Ministry of Children and Family Development, Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services, Mental Health and Addictions, the Government of the Northwest Territories and private referral sources.

U Turn – Specialized Residential Services

U-Turn is a comprehensive and dynamic program for young people facing significant behavioural and developmental challenges. It is geared especially to those who have not experienced success in other residential settings.  Because the young people who come to this program have such varied needs, PLEA creates a tailored program of services for each individual and combines appropriate services with staff-supported family care homes.

Our family care homes are located throughout Metro Vancouver and residents are placed on an ongoing basis.  Referrals are accepted through the Ministry of Children and Family Development, Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services, Government of the Northwest Territories and private referral sources.