Digby Nursing Home to be Replaced

Digby and area residents will benefit from new nursing home facilities with the replacement of Tideview Terrace, an 90-bed long-term-care facility in Digby.

"Nova Scotians want to know that, if they need it, long-term-care facilities that offer a high quality of life and a high quality of care are available close to home," said Health Minister Chris d'Entremont. "Tideview Terrace has been home to many people over the years, but it is now time for a new facility that will be better able to meet the needs of residents now and in the days to come."

The replacement of Tideview Terrace became necessary in part because of its age and demands placed on the facility by the changing needs of residents, who generally require more complex care.

New long-term-care facilities being built in the future will reflect more home-like environments for smaller numbers of residents. This will allow them to be located in more communities around the province, giving Nova Scotians access to care closer to home.

Facility resources will include more social and recreation space, more personal space, and private rooms. Facilities may also include different levels of care, allowing people to remain in the same location even as their health requirements change.

The new facility for Digby is expected to be completed by March, 2010.