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Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf

 
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Mission Statement:
We are committed to enhancing the quality of life and self-determination of Deaf seniors. We believe that ensuring a unique environment, which promotes and preserves Deaf culture, language and heritage, can prevent isolation of Deaf seniors.

Services are designed to:
  • promote a sense of belonging, dignity and individuality;

  • maintain an optimal level of independence for each resident;

  • provide opportunities for each resident to participate in all decisions relating to their care;

  • promote a holistic perspective of health;

  • provide a resident centered approach;

  • accommodate various communication modes.


    • We are dedicated to housing and serving Deaf seniors who are underprivileged.
    We are committed to excellence in all service areas.


    A view of one of the three gardens that can be seen from a number of rooms











    About the Home:
    Our philosophy of care reflects a resident's right to self-determination and autonomy. Accessibility for deaf seniors is the first step in assuring them of their rights and ability to make decisions. Emphasis is placed on communication. Residents have the right to understand and be understood in a communication mode of their choice not someone else's. Staff will be trained in the various modes of communication and ongoing upgrading of these skills will be required.

    Residents have comfortable, individualized rooms

















    The design of our home supports our belief that isolation of deaf seniors can be prevented by ensuring a unique environment, which promotes and preserves deaf culture, language, and heritage.

    		 The main section of the home viewed from the front












    Home areas are divided into houses, which are conducive to seniors who depend on a visually oriented environment, taking into account specialized lighting techniques and interior design requirements. Technical devices such as visual fire alarm system, visual call bell system, captioned TV's TTY's, and LED message boards have been included.

    One of four spacious and well-lit dining areas at the home












    The design supports a therapeutic environment that is non-stressful, familiar and safe allowing for freedom of movement within a secure space.

    Residents can choose from four coordinating sets for their curtains, bed covers, throw and pillow










    An integrated model of care will allow staff to assist residents in all areas of their daily life, creating a personal and home like atmosphere. Staff will be able to develop a relationship with the resident that will assist them to see not just the resident but also the person.

    Residents can select from a choice of meals












    For Inquiries Contact:
    Bob Rumball Home for the Deaf
    1 Royal Parkside Drive
    Barrie, Ontario, L4M 0C4

    Telephone: (705) 719-6700
    E-mail: info@bobrumball.org