About H.J. McFarland Home
H.J. McFarland Memorial home is a supported living facility for seniors, supported by the municipality. Our address is 603 County Road 49, Picton, Ontario, K0K2T0.
The Home has a population of 84 residents. Although the current majority of residents are seniors, the home accepts applications from all persons over the age of 18. The home is funded through the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care/ Local Health Integration Network, resident accommodation charges, and supported as necessary by the Corporation of the County of Prince Edward.
We have four Resident Home Areas Lilac Lane, Willow Wing (our secure area), Maplewood Walk and Whispering Pines. Each of our Home areas has a sitting area with chairs, couch, T.V. and fireplace. We have three dining areas, one is upstairs in Whispering Pines and the other two are downstairs; one in the Willow Wing and the other beside the auditorium. Our Auditorium is where most of our big activities take place, such as entertainment, monthly birthday parties etc. We also have a family room that can be reserved for you and your family to spend time with your loved one, just book ahead of time with the Nutritional Supervisor.
We understand that residents are living at the Home because they have care needs that can no longer be met on their own. We appreciate that it is a difficult transition from living independently to becoming a resident in a Long Term Care Home. We do everything we can to help make this transition as easy as possible. We offer a range of services and programs that enrich the Quality of Life of our Residents and help them adjust to their new home. For more information about the Home, how to apply to the Home, and how to support us, please click on one of the links below or scroll down.
Mission, Vision, and Values
At H.J. McFarland Memorial Home, we take pride in providing quality care to residents. Our mission, vision, and values reflect this commitment to our residents.
Our Mission is to provide compassionate, resident centered care, incorporating freedom of choice, respect, dignity, and continuous quality improvement, in compliance with the Long Term Care Homes Act.
Our Vision is to be the Long Term Care Home of Choice in Prince Edward County.
Our Values are:
- Resident Centered Care – we put the Residents first
- Respect – for everyone connected to the Home
- Safety – for everyone residing, entering and working in the Home
Autonomy – the ability of Residents to direct their own care, and make choices regarding their care
Application Process and Steps to Apply
All monetary donations to H.J. McFarland are gratefully received and directly support quality of life improvements. To make a monetary donation, please contact our Home Administrators. Donations are not used for the provision of routine care and services, as Provincial and Municipal government funding and Accommodation charges cover all care requirements.
Any money received by donation is utilized in our Continuous Quality Improvement Program for initiatives that directly improve the quality of life of all Residents at the Home. Information about our current fundraising activities for Quality Improvements can be obtained through the Administration Department or any Manager of the Home.
Residents and Families may also designate their donations to specific program such as:
- Resident Entertainment
- Palliative Care
- Willow Wing (Alzheimer’s Unit)
- Residents’ Council
- Staff Education
- Staff Appreciation
There is a bequest fund that has been set up in memory of those residents who resided at the H.J. McFarland Memorial Home and who wished to make a donation to the Home, or wished donations to be made to the Home in their memory.
We thank all donors for their much appreciated support.
Donations
Applications for admission to a Long Term Care Facility are managed through the Province of Ontario, specifically, the South East Community Care Access Centre. For general inquiries, contact the CCAC at 310-2222 (CCAC) – no area code required.
The placement staff at the CCAC will provide and assist you with information and advice on the admission process.
Wait times for admission to a Long Term Care Facility will vary, and are dependent on the area of the Province in which you reside. You will be asked by CCAC placement staff to tour several Long Term Care Facilities and make some choices. This is an important step and gives you the opportunity to see the different facilities. We recommend that you book an appointment with H.J. McFarland Home ahead of time so we can set aside time to answer your questions and take you on a tour.
Jobs
H.J McFarland offers a variety of career options. Our facility looks for employees that share our values, and people who are passionate about what they do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents. For more information and current postings, visit The County’s Human Resources page.
Volunteering
We are privileged to welcome many volunteers who devote their valuable time to enhance the services of The Home. There are many ways that volunteers support us including assisting with quality improvements, assisting residents to meal times, snack times, satisfaction surveys, and becoming involved in the activities program for residents such as participating in teas, bazaars, tuck shop, happy hour, shopping trips, etc. We are always looking for volunteers to assist us in areas that interest them. If you are interested in volunteering at The Home, please contact our Recreation & Volunteer Services Supervisor 613.476.2138 ext. 134.
Contact Us
For any inquiries feel free to visit us at:
The H.J. McFarland Home
603 County Road 49
Picton, On
K0K 2T0
613.476.2138 ext. 131
Our Administration Office is open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
Key Contacts at the H.J. McFarland Home
Natasha Williams
Director of Resident Care
Phone:
613.476.2138
ext. 141
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Dione Mills
Nutritional Supervisor
Phone:
613.476.2138
ext. 135
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm
Danielle Preston
Recreation & Volunteer Services Supervisor
Phone:
613.476.2138
ext. 134
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm
Rachel Jeffery
Receptionist/Secretary
Phone:
613.476.2138
ext. 131
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm
Joe Chapman
Environmental Services Supervisor
Phone:
613.476.2138
ext. 139
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm