Visiting hours
Visitors are welcome 8am to 8pm daily.
There is no need to call in advance.

Mailing Address
79 Commercial Street,
Dominion, Nova Scotia
B1G 1B3 Canada
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Phone numbers
Local: 902-842-9084
Fax: 902-842-1310
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Welcome to the Dominion Community Guest Home

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Community Based Option's Home (CBO)?

What’s the profile of an CBO resident?

What services does a CBO provide?

How do I get admitted to a CBO?

What would a CBO cost me as a resident?

What is a Community Based Option's Home?

Community Based Options (CBO) are defined as follows:

Small Options: Up to 3 persons with a mental disability or up to 3 persons with a mental handicap are maintained in a purchased or rented unit. Trained staff is provided on a full time basis through a combination of live-in and shift models. There is an expectation that existing skills will be maintained and new skills developed.

What’s the profile of an CBO resident?

A typical CBO resident:

	usually suffers from chronic disease (eg. arthritis, hypertension)
	has decreased physical and/or mental abilities that reduces their independence
	has care needs that cannot safely or consistently be provided at their home
	requires supervision and/or personal care of no more than 1.5 hours per day
	does not require the services of an on-site registered nurse
	can get around on their own (with or without assistance of canes, walkers, or wheelchairs)
	usually does not require nighttime care
	has physical and mental ability to escape from a building unassisted in case of emergency

What services does a CBO provide?

CBOs provide personal care that may include help with bathing and dressing, or reminders about daily routines. Personal care and supervision are provided by workers available on site at all times. Staff are trained in fire and life safety, medication awareness, first aid, CPR, and non-violent crisis intervention.

Emphasis is placed on the safe administration, handling, and storage of medications. All residents’ medications are administered by facility staff. Residents may continue to be served by their family doctor. In addition, the owner assists in arranging regular dental and eye care.

CBOs conduct regular fire drills to ensure the safety of the residents and are also inspected annually by the Office of the Fire Marshal.

Residents have a private bedroom with appropriate furnishings and space to accommodate personal belongings. Common areas include dining and living areas, bathrooms, and an outdoor space.
Meal service consists of three daily meals and snacks. The menu considers resident likes and dislikes, accommodates special diets, and adheres to Canada’s Food Guide. The meal plans are reviewed by a registered dietician.

There are limited recreational activities but residents may arrange such activities among themselves. Family members and friends are encouraged to visit.

How do I get admitted to a CBO?

Applications are made through the Department of Health by calling 1-800-225-7225. You will be provided the details of the application process and a Care Coordinator will visit to assess your care needs and help identify the best method of having your needs met.

What would a CBO cost me as a resident?

Eligible individuals that are referred by the Department of Health for admission to a Department of Health funded Community Based Option pay an accommodation charge. If you cannot afford the maximum accommodation charge, you may undergo an income assessment to determine a reduced charge.

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