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About Our Home

14 Mill Street, Huntsville, ON, P1H 2A4

 

Fairvern is a fully accredited long-term care home providing a full range of care and support to residents and their families in compliance with the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Long-Term Care rules and regulations.

Fairvern opened it's doors to residents on August 14, 1982 and up until recently the Home was managed by the Fairvern Board of Directors.  On June 30, 2022, staff, residents, board members, representatives of District and Town of Huntsville Councils, and Friends of Fairvern gathered to celebrate a significant milestone as Fairvern transitioned operations to become part of the District of Muskoka’s Health Services Long-Term Care Division.

The Home is currently licensed for 76 beds, however the Board of Fairvern and the District have been collaborating for several years to support the redevelopment of Fairvern into a new 160-bed long-term care facility, which is expected to be complete in 2025. 

To learn more about the Fairvern Redevelopment project: www.engagemuskoka.ca/fairvern 

 What's in a name?
The name “Fairvern” comes from the two lakes, Fairy Lake and Lake Vernon, that meet on the river where the Home is currently located.  This name is very special to all who have been connected to the Home over the last 40 years.  The Home will continue to operate as Fairvern as it joins the District and when it relocates in the future after redevelopment.
 Mission
Fairvern is a long-term care facility in Huntsville, Ontario providing supportive services to adults requiring 24-hour attention in an environment that recognizes the individual needs of its residents and promotes independence and enrichment for all who live here. 
 Vision
 Fairvern will be the Home of choice in the community and will consistently exceed expectations for those we serve.
 Core Values
 We treat others with respect and consideration recognizing the uniqueness of each individual.
 Beliefs
  • Safety first and foremost
  • Integrity and accountability
  • Quality and caring 
  • Teamwork and partnerships
  • Building relationships with staff, directors, physicians, volunteers and students
  • Community 
  • Knowledge and education 
  • A safe, healthy, comfortable and friendly environment for our residents
  • Open and honest two-way communication with residents, families, staff, medical staff, and volunteers
  • Family participation and involvement in our Home
  • Ongoing quality improvement and continuing education for staff
  • Strong community partnerships
  • Integrity and accountability
  • Functional and financial stability

Key Contacts

Administrator: Carrie Acton

Carrie Acton is no stranger to the Long-Term Care world as she comes to Fairvern with several years working in various homes, with the past 6 years in senior leadership roles. She is skilled and result-oriented professional with strong qualifications in long-term care service delivery. Her positive and dedicated attitude combined with her excellent communication and organizational skills make her a great fit with our organization. She has also called Huntsville home for many years.

The Fairvern Administrator can be reached at administrator.fairvern@muskoka.on.ca or 705-645-2100 Ext. 4848

 Director of Care

Patti Gilchrist

patti.gilchrist@fairvern.ca 

705-789-6011 Ext. 4236

 Infection Control Lead

Karen Jeffries 

karen.jeffries@faivern.ca

705-571-2035


Public Reports

Ministry of Long-Term Care Wait Times and Public Reports for Fairvern: https://www.ontario.ca/locations/longtermcare/homes/2708-fairvern-nursing-home 

Long-Term Care Home Service Accountability Agreement

Fairvern Long Term Care Home Service Accountability Agreement (March 2022)

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Fairvern Home Visitor Policy
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 Continuous Quality Improvement Report
Fairvern Continuous Quality Improvement - Interim Report (July 2022)
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