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25th Avenue Group Home

2980 25 Ave NE Salmon Arm BC V1E 3C7 · Residential Care - Licensing

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Inspection summary

25th Avenue Group Home has been inspected 6 times by Interior Health Authority since April 24, 2018. The most recent inspection, on March 27, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 6 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct health risks.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • Permits, records and postingLower risk

    Operating permits, required signage, written procedures and logs. These findings are administrative: the documentation was missing or out of date at the time of inspection.

    Recorded 8 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on August 21, 2024. For example: 1 - Are person in care records current, complete and kept confidential?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on March 27, 2026. For example: 1 - Are the physical facility, equipment and furnishings maintained, sanitary, accessible and appropriate for persons in care?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 7 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on May 10, 2022. For example: 2 - Is the environment maintained to prevent falls?

About this data

These results come from Interior Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

6 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • R7.1 - Are the physical facility, equipment and furnishings maintained, sanitary, accessible and appropriate for persons in care?
      • Observation(s): During a review of the physical facility, peeling paint was observed on the trim surrounding a set of exterior French doors, and several dents and screw sized holes to the walls of one person in care's (PIC) bedroom. When rooms and common areas are not maintained in a good state of repair, it increases risk to PIC's dignity. Submit by April 22, 2026, evidence that all rooms and common areas will be maintained in a good state of repair. ___________________________________ During a review of the physical facility, a double sided deadbolt lock was observed installed on an exterior door in a PIC's bedroom. This bedroom did not have another emergency exit, such as a window. When emergency exits are obstructed or secured in a manner that may hinder exit in an emergency, it increases risk to PIC's safety. Licensing Officer requested a plan from the Licensee to mitigate immediate risk to PICs in the event of an emergency. The Licensee provided evidence that the lock was replaced with the correct deadbolt lock as per the directions of the fire department. Submit by April 22, 2026, evidence that all emergency exits are not obstructed or secured in a manner that may hinder exit in an emergency.
      • R7.1I - Maintain all rooms and common areas in a good state of repair; 22( 1 )(b)
      • R7.1K - Ensure emergency exits are not obstructed or secured in a manner that may hinder exit in an emergency; 22 ( 2 )
  2. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • R4.1 - Are person in care records current, complete and kept confidential?
      • Observation(s): The system to ensure that each person in care is weighed at least once each month, and each weight is recorded in the nutrition plan of the person in care, is ineffective. A review of monthly weight documentation identified several missing monthly weights for several persons in care.
      • R4.1U - Weigh each person in care monthly and record their weight in their nutritional plan (Does not apply to Hospice); 83( 4 )(a)(c)
  3. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • R7.1 - Are the physical facility, equipment and furnishings maintained, sanitary, accessible and appropriate for persons in care?
      • Observation(s): Water temperature in a PIC washroom was 55 degrees. Other water at other facility taps was in compliance.
      • R7.1C - Ensure water accessible to a person in care does not exceed 49 degrees Celsius; 17
    • R10.3 - Do care plans include the required elements and are they developed with the participation of the person in care, parent or representative?
      • Observation(s): A PIC had a change to diet which was not noted in the nutrition care plan.
      • R10.3K - Review and, if necessary, modify each care plan if there is a substantial change in the circumstances of the person in care, or at least once a year, to ensure it continues to meet the needs, preferences, and is compatible with the abilities of the person in care; 81( 4 )(b)(i)(ii)
  4. Routine Inspection

    7 infractions

    • R4.2 - Are Medication Administration Records accurate, kept on site and are adverse events documented and reported?
      • Observation(s): Licensing reviewed Medication Administration Records and noted PRN effectiveness is not documented.
      • R4.2D - Keep a medication administration record showing the date, amount, and time at which the medication was administered; 78( 2 )(b)
    • R7.2 - Is the environment maintained to prevent falls?
      • Observation(s): Licensing observed the downstairs suite laundry facilities, which are used by persons in care , to not have a slip resistant floor surface. This is a re-occurring contravention from January 2020.
      • R7.2R - Laundry facilities must have a slip resistant floor surface if used by persons in care; 35( 2 )(a)
    • R2.1 - Are written policies and procedures in place to guide employees in all matters relating to the care and supervision of persons in care?
      • Observation(s): Licensing reviewed a sample of policies and procedures which have not been reviewed since January 2020/21. The system in place to review and revise if needed is ineffective.
      • R2.1Q - Review and, if necessary, revise policies and procedures at least once a year; 85( 1 )(b)
    • R4.1 - Are person in care records current, complete and kept confidential?
      • Observation(s): Licensing reviewed a sample of person in care records. The system in place to ensure they are current and complete is ineffective. -Written consent to call a medical practitioner or ambulance in case of an accident or illness were not completed. This is a re-occurring contravention from April 2018. -At times, monthly weights were not completed.
      • R4.1I - Have and keep written consent from the person in care, or a parent or representative to call a medical or nurse practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness; 78( 3 )(a)
      • R4.1R - Weigh each person in care monthly and record their weight in their nutritional plan (Does not apply to Hospice); 83( 4 )(a)(c)
    • R5.1 - Does the facility provide food services which meet nutritional needs and preferences for persons in care?
      • Observation(s): Licensing reviewed menu planning and nutrition. -Some meals did not contain at least 3 food groups. This is a re-occurring contravention from April 2018. -Some snacks did not contain at least 2 food groups.
      • R5.1C - Provide for each day, a nutritious morning, noon and evening meal, with each meal containing at least 3 food groups described in Canada's Food Guide; 62( 2 )(a)
      • R5.1D - Provide for each day, at least 2 nutritious snacks with at least 2 food groups described in Canada's Food Guide; 62( 2 )(b)
    • R10.2 - Do care and supervision practices ensure health, safety and dignity of persons in care?
      • Observation(s): Annual opportunity for persons in care and families/representatives to establish councils or groups to represent the interests of person in care have not occurred the past two years.
      • R10.2R - Provide at least an annual opportunity for persons in care and their parents or representatives, family members and contact persons to establish councils or similar organizations to represent the interests of persons in care; 59(a)
    • R10.3 - Do care plans include the required elements and are they developed with the participation of the person in care, parent or representative?
      • Observation(s): Licensing reviewed a sampling of care plans. Care plans have not been reviewed since January 2021. The system in place to review or modify at least once a year is ineffective.
      • R10.3K - Review and, if necessary, modify each care plan if there is a substantial change in the circumstances of the person in care, or at least once a year, to ensure it continues to meet the needs, preferences, and is compatible with the abilities of the person in care; 81( 4 )(b)(i)(ii)
  5. Routine Inspection

    4 infractions

    • R7.2 - Is the environment maintained to prevent falls?
      • Observation(s): It was noted that there was no slip resistant flooring provided for the two laundry facilities used by the Persons In Care. (upstairs and downstairs laundry facilities)
      • R7.2R - Laundry facilities must have a slip resistant floor surface if used by persons in care; 35( 2 )(a)
    • R7.1 - Are the physical facility, equipment and furnishings maintained, sanitary, accessible and appropriate for persons in care?
      • Observation(s): It was noted that the side emergency exit door in the garage was half blocked with items, as a means of preventing a Person In Care from exiting through this door. Although the garage door may still be opened in the event of an emergency, this side door is a noted fire exit. Facility will remove items from the door and develop an alternative system to address the elopement risk of the Person In Care. Facility Manager encouraged to document this elopement risk in the Person In Care's care plan. The utility door to the sprinkler room was unlocked, giving Person In Care access to hazardous area. This door was locked while LO was at facility. Corrected at time of inspection (CDI).
      • R7.1K - Ensure emergency exits are not obstructed or secured in a manner that may hinder exit in an emergency; 22 ( 2 )
      • R7.1AK- Provide appropriately furnished and equipped areas for secure, safe and adequate storage of cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials; 35( 1 )(c)
    • R10.2 - Do care and supervision practices ensure health, safety and dignity of persons in care?
      • Observation(s): The Person In Care, who is an elopement risk, did not have ID in the event that the Person In Care (PIC) exits the facility.
      • R10.2M - Ensure that persons in care who may leave the facility without notifying an employee and may not be capable of identify themselves be fitted with a bracelet or other means that cannot be easily removed, indicating the person's name, facility, and emergency contact information; 56( 3 )(a)(b) (Show More)
    • R10.3 - Do care plans include the required elements and are they developed with the participation of the person in care, parent or representative?
      • Observation(s): The Person In Care (PIC) who is an elopement risk does not have care planning developed to guide care related to their risk of elopement.
      • R10.3G - Ensure the care plan for persons at risk of leaving the facility includes a plan to prevent the person in care from leaving and if the person leaves without notification, a plan to locate the person in care; 81( 3 )(f)(i)(ii)
  6. Monitoring

    3 infractions

    • R3.1 - Do the manager and employees meet the employment requirements and are they assessed regularly for performance?
      • Observation(s): A sampling of staff records were reviewed and one record had only one character reference on file. The Manager stated there is a protocol in place and two reference checks are required for each new hire. Probationary performance reviews have not been completed and are due for review.
      • R3.1C - Obtain character references for all employed persons; 37( 1 )(b)
      • R3.1K - Ensure that the performance of each employee is reviewed regularly to ensure that they continue to meet the requirements of this regulation, and demonstrate the competence required for the duties to which they are assigned; 40( 1 )(a)(b)
    • R4.1 - Are person in care records current, complete and kept confidential?
      • Observation(s): A sampling of person in care records were reviewed and there were no consents on record to call the ambulance in case of accident or illness.
      • R4.1I - Have and keep written consent from the person in care, or a parent or representative to call a medical or nurse practitioner or ambulance in case of accident or illness; 78( 3 )(a)
    • R5.1 - Does the facility provide food services which meet nutritional needs and preferences for persons in care?
      • Observation(s): The menu was reviewed and not all meals contained at least 3 food groups for each meal as described in the Canada's Food Guide.
      • R5.1C - Provide for each day, a nutritious morning, noon and evening meal, with each meal containing at least 3 food groups described in Canada's Food Guide; 62( 2 )(a)

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