Nova Scotia government opens eighth new long-term care home, on track for six more by April

An aerial view of Adeline Hall, a new long-term care home in Bedford. – SUPPLIED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF NOVA SCOTIAArticle contentThe Nova Scotia government is now more than halfway towards achieving its short-term goal of opening 14 new long-term care homes in the province by April of next year.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY.Subscribe now to access this story and more:Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsSUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES.Subscribe or sign in to your account to continue your reading experience.Unlimited access to the website and appExclusive access to premium content, newsletters and podcastsFull access to the e-Edition app, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment onEnjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalistsSupport local journalists and the next generation of journalistsRegister to unlock more articles.Create an account or sign in to continue your reading experience.Access additional stories every monthShare your thoughts and join the conversation in our commenting communityGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountorArticle contentResidents and staff at Adeline Hall in Bedford celebrated the facility’s grand opening on Tuesday, making it the eighth launch since the government set its targets in December 2022.Article contentArticle content“As minister of seniors and long-term care, yesterday was one of those days that reminded me just how meaningful this work truly is,” Barbara Adams said in a statement on Wednesday. “Before entering public life, I spent over 35 years as a physiotherapist working alongside older Nova Scotians, their families, and the dedicated professionals who care for them every day. I saw firsthand the challenges people faced in accessing the care and support they deserved, and I understood how much a safe, welcoming home means to residents and their loved ones.Article contentArticle content“Standing at the opening of Adeline Hall was an emotional moment for me. It is humbling to reflect on the journey from caring for residents one person at a time as a health-care professional to now having the privilege of helping open the eighth new nursing home as part of Nova Scotia’s historic expansion of long-term care.Article content“Every new home represents more than bricks and mortar. It represents dignity, comfort, safety, and peace of mind for hundreds of Nova Scotians and their families. While there is still important work ahead, I am incredibly proud of what we are accomplishing together to strengthen long-term care across our province.”Article content Nova Scotia Minister of Seniors and Long-Term Care, Barbara Adams, right, joins two Adeline Hall residents at the Bedford long-term care facility’s grand opening on Tuesday. – SUPPLIED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF NOVA SCOTIAArticle contentAdeline Hall is on Huntley Drive near the Larry Uteck rotary and Hemlock Square retail area that features Sobeys and GoodLife Fitness. The home has 144 single resident rooms, each with a private washroom, and is operated by Shannex.Article contentIt gets the provincial government closer to its long-term goal of creating 5,700 new single rooms by 2032.Article contentArticle contentIncluding Adeline Hall, more than 1,300 have already been opened at the following new homes: Villa Acadienne in Meteghan, Kiknu Long-Term Care Home in Eskasoni, Mahone Bay Nursing Home, Moody Hall in Bedford, Opal Ridge Hall in Dartmouth, Carefield Manor in Dominion and Rosecrest The Meadows in Lower Sackville.Article contentNineteen other projects around the province are already underway, and six of them are expected to be finished by March 31, 2027. Those facilities will add 2,000 more rooms to the total. Long-range projections will see all 5,700 rooms at 53 new homes ready for occupancy by 2032.Article content“The opening of Adeline Hall represents our continued commitment to providing older adults with safe, comfortable and supportive places to call home,” Jason Shannon, president of Shannex, said in a news release. “In partnership with the Department of Seniors and Long-Term Care, we are proud to deliver this thoughtfully designed, state-of-the-art home that supports our dedicated team members in providing high-quality care every day.”