The Balwin Villa is a 105 suite Enhanced Designated Living site designed specifically for clients with early onset dementia, mental illness or brain injury. Owned and operated by the Excel Society, the facility is located at 6920 – 128 Avenue in Edmonton and opened in the fall of 2010.

Set in a mature neighbourhood, the project involved redevelopment of an existing facility, the North Edmonton School. The exterior of the original building was preserved in the remodeling. Besides the two school buildings, a third new structure was added to the site. The complex includes a theatre/gymnasium that is available to the client-residents and the local community. The buildings are surrounded by an outdoor recreation area operated by the City of Edmonton.

Balwin Villa has 104 residents and we serve a variety of populations; including dementia care, mental health, brain injury and addictions. The main focus is on person-centered care where we empower our residents to be part of their care and encouraged them to remain as independent as possible. We have 3 dementia units and 4 Mental Health units that provide the option to live in separated gender specific units. We have recently collaborated with Alberta Health to open a Recovery Transition Unit that will focus on skill development for those resident to one-day transition into a community setting.

Some Examples of Services Provided Include: 

• Behavioural tracking
• Mechanical lifts for transfers
•  24 Hour LPN and HCA on site
•  Case Managers
• Clinical RN on site Monday to Friday
• Weekly on-site visits from physician, psychologist and psychiatrist
• On-site podiatrist visit every 6 weeks
• On-site optometrist visits every 6 months
• Occupational Therapist that works towards skills development with individuals and working to achieve their desired goals
• Electronic charting and electronic Medication Administration Record in use for increased client safety and continuity of care
• Client Service Coordinator available to assist in budgeting and communication with outside resources
• Recreation activities provided daily
• And much MORE!

For Supportive Living Designated Assisted Housing, please contact Continuing Care Access at 780-496-1300 .