Enhanced Living Model

The Enhanced Living Model (ELM) represents a shift away from a primarily medical focus (where care is planned in response to an individual’s disease or health problems) to a social model that is more focused on the resident we serve. Care is planned after considering all aspects of a person’s life and health, including physical as well as intellectual, emotional, social, cultural and spiritual.

The Enhanced Living Model emphasizes the need to know the “whole person”.

It also recognizes the value in our residents maintaining meaningful relationships and the importance of individuals being able to participate in decisions and choices about significant aspects of their life and activities.

ELM is based on the Mission and Values of St. Joseph’s Health Centre and the following guiding principles:
• We are a caring and spiritual organization.
• We are accountable to residents, family and the community.
• Our supportive environment fosters flexibility, creativity and continuous learning.

The Enhanced Living Model is characterized by:
• Life Plans for each resident that respect individual choices and a holistic approach to care
• Neighbourhoods that offer a home-like environment with friendly living spaces
• Continued involvement with the community
• Sensitive, competent and well-qualified staff who are guided by a responsive leadership team