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Ananda House - Mental Health

1249 E 8th Ave, Vancouver BC V5T 1V3 · Mental Health

Official record from Vancouver Coastal →

Inspection summary

Ananda House - Mental Health has been inspected 16 times by Vancouver Coastal Health since August 18, 2021. The most recent inspection, on August 20, 2026, recorded 3 infractions.

None of the 16 inspections on record were free of infractions. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 8 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene and Chemicals and toxic substances.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 6 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on February 12, 2026. For example: There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]

  • Chemicals and toxic substancesHigher risk

    Cleaning products, disinfectants and pesticides must be labelled and stored safely, away from food and from surfaces people touch. Inspectors flag chemicals that could contaminate food or harm people, as well as pest treatments applied without proper supervision.

    Recorded once on February 12, 2026. For example: There are secure, safe and adequate storage areas for cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials [RCR Sec 35(1)(c)]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 17 times across 12 separate inspections, most recently on August 20, 2026. For example: Bedroom(s), bathroom(s) and common room(s) are lit sufficiently [RCR Sec 16(2)]

  • 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 16 times across 10 separate inspections, most recently on February 12, 2026. For example: Care plan(s) is reviewed and, if necessary, modified if there is a substantial change in the circumstances of the person in care or at least once a year [RCR Sec 81(4)(b)]

  • 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 14 times across 9 separate inspections, most recently on February 12, 2026. For example: Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]

About this data

These results come from Vancouver Coastal Health, 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.

16 inspections

  1. Routine

    3 infractions

    • Bedroom(s), bathroom(s) and common room(s) are lit sufficiently [RCR Sec 16(2)]
      • Lighting is insufficient to carry out activities and for ordinary use.
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a good state of repair.
    • When two persons in care are accommodated in a single bedroom the requirements of the Regulation are met [RCR Sec 25(2),(b),(c),(d)]
      • The bedroom is not screened in a manner that is sufficient to ensure the privacy and dignity of each occupant.
  2. Routine

    5 infractions

    • Care plan(s) is reviewed and, if necessary, modified if there is a substantial change in the circumstances of the person in care or at least once a year [RCR Sec 81(4)(b)]
      • Care plan(s) are not reviewed and, if necessary, modified if there is a substantial change.
    • There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]
    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Furniture is not maintained in a good state of repair.
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
    • There are secure, safe and adequate storage areas for cleaning agents, chemical products and other hazardous materials [RCR Sec 35(1)(c)]
  3. Routine

    7 infractions

    • For each person in care, there is a record showing the date of admission, and the consent to be admitted or to continue to be accommodated. [RCR Sec 77.1(1)(a)(b)]
      • No record of the consent for that person(s) in care to be admitted.
    • The care and supervision of a person in care is consistent with the terms and conditions of the care plan [RCR Sec 82]
    • There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]
    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Furniture is not maintained in a good state of repair.
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
      • Rooms and common areas are not well ventilated.
    • Bathrooms have equipment that is necessary to protect health, safety and dignity of the persons in care [RCR Sec 30(d)]
    • If used by persons in care, laundry facilities have a slip resistant floor surface [RCR Sec 35(2)(a)]
  4. Routine

    1 infraction

    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
  5. Routine

    6 infractions

    • Care plans are developed within 30 days of admission for admissions of 30 days or more. [RCR Sec 81(1); Bill of Rights 1(a)]
    • The care and supervision of a person in care is consistent with the terms and conditions of the care plan [RCR Sec 82]
    • Monthly weights are taken and recorded, if missing, the reason is documented. [RCR Sec 83(4)(a),(5)(a)]
      • Monthly weights are not taken.
      • The reason for the monthly weight missing is not recorded.
    • Bedroom(s), bathroom(s) and common room(s) are lit sufficiently [RCR Sec 16(2)]
      • Lighting is insufficient to carry out activities and for ordinary use.
    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Furniture is not maintained in a good state of repair.
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
      • Rooms and common areas are not well ventilated.
  6. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Equipment is not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
  7. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The care and supervision of a person in care is consistent with the terms and conditions of the care plan [RCR Sec 82]
    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Furniture is not maintained in a good state of repair.
      • Equipment is not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
    • Medications are safely and securely stored [RCR Sec 69(3)(a)]
  8. Routine Follow-up

    3 infractions

    • The care and supervision of a person in care is consistent with the terms and conditions of the care plan [RCR Sec 82]
    • There is regular monitoring of the physical environment, and the care and services provided, to ensure that the requirements of the Act and this regulation are being met [RCR Sec 61]
    • Employees on duty are sufficient in numbers, training, experience, and organized in an appropriate pattern to meet the needs of the persons in care and assist in activities of daily living. [RCR Sec 42(1);DOLSOP Preventing Opioid Overdose]
  9. Routine Follow-up

    5 infractions

    • The care plan(s) contains all items that must be recorded under this regulation [RCR Sec 81(3)]
      • Does not include behavioural intervention, if applicable.
    • The care and supervision of a person in care is consistent with the terms and conditions of the care plan [RCR Sec 82]
    • There is regular monitoring of the physical environment, and the care and services provided, to ensure that the requirements of the Act and this regulation are being met [RCR Sec 61]
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
    • Employees on duty are sufficient in numbers, training, experience, and organized in an appropriate pattern to meet the needs of the persons in care and assist in activities of daily living. [RCR Sec 42(1);DOLSOP Preventing Opioid Overdose]
  10. Routine

    8 infractions

    • The care plan(s) contains all items that must be recorded under this regulation [RCR Sec 81(3)]
      • Does not include behavioural intervention, if applicable.
    • The care and supervision of a person in care is consistent with the terms and conditions of the care plan [RCR Sec 82]
    • There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]
    • There is regular monitoring of the physical environment, and the care and services provided, to ensure that the requirements of the Act and this regulation are being met [RCR Sec 61]
      • There is no regular monitoring of the physical environment.
    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Equipment is not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a good state of repair.
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
    • All rooms and common areas, emergency exits, equipment, and monitoring and signalling devices are inspected and maintained on a regular basis [RCR Sec 22(3)]
    • Employees on duty are sufficient in numbers, training, experience, and organized in an appropriate pattern to meet the needs of the persons in care and assist in activities of daily living. [RCR Sec 42(1);DOLSOP Preventing Opioid Overdose]
      • There are insufficient numbers of employees.
      • The employees lack training and experience to assist in activities of daily living in a manner consistent with the health safety and dignity of persons in care.
  11. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Bathrooms have equipment that is necessary to protect health, safety and dignity of the persons in care [RCR Sec 30(d)]
  12. Routine

    6 infractions

    • The most recent routine inspection record is displayed in a prominent place. [RCR Sec. 11(1) (b), (2); Bill of Rights 4(b)]
    • Expired medication is returned to the dispensing pharmacy as required [RCR Sec 72(b)]
    • Bedroom(s), bathroom(s) and common room(s) are lit sufficiently [RCR Sec 16(2)]
      • Lighting is insufficient to carry out activities and for ordinary use.
    • Emergency exits are not obstructed or secured in a manner that may hinder exit in an emergency [RCR Sec 22(2)]
    • All rooms and common areas, emergency exits, equipment, and monitoring and signalling devices are inspected and maintained on a regular basis [RCR Sec 22(3)]
    • Bathrooms have equipment that is necessary to protect health, safety and dignity of the persons in care [RCR Sec 30(d)]
  13. Routine Follow-up

    1 infraction

    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
  14. Routine

    7 infractions

    • The facility has a written policy and procedure for obtaining consent, in accordance with Part 3 of the Health Care (Consent) and Care Facility (Admission) Act, before admitting an adult to the community care facility. [RCR Sec 85(2)(m)]
    • The care plan(s) contains all items that must be recorded under this regulation [RCR Sec 81(3)]
      • Does not include a nutrition plan that assesses a person in care's nutrition status.
      • Does not include a recreation and leisure plan.
    • There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]
    • Bedroom(s), bathroom(s) and common room(s) are lit sufficiently [RCR Sec 16(2)]
      • Lighting is insufficient to carry out activities and for ordinary use.
    • Furniture and equipment meets the needs, of the persons in care, are compatible with the health safety and dignity, are well maintained, and clean. [RCR Sec 21]
      • Furniture is not maintained in a good state of repair.
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a good state of repair.
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
    • All rooms and common areas, emergency exits, equipment, and monitoring and signalling devices are inspected and maintained on a regular basis [RCR Sec 22(3)]
  15. Routine Follow-up

    2 infractions

    • There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a good state of repair.
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.
  16. Routine

    3 infractions

    • The care plan(s) contains all items that must be recorded under this regulation [RCR Sec 81(3)]
      • Does not include an oral health care plan.
      • Does not include a recreation and leisure plan.
    • There is a program to instruct, if necessary, and assist persons in care in maintaining health and hygiene [RCR Sec 54(1)]
    • Rooms and common areas are well ventilated, in a good state of repair, safe and clean condition [RCR Sec 22(1)]
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a good state of repair.
      • Rooms and common areas are not maintained in a safe and clean condition.

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