Residential Services
Where Comfort Meets Care
Our Residential Services team offer light supports to residents of Heron House, a beautiful 140-year old heritage home in Victoria. Situated on Government Street, it’s a hub for exploring the city. Heron House is more than a place to live, it’s a space created for comfort and joy.
Community Garden
Garden to Table
Residents are invited to participate in cultivating our community garden, planting herbs, vegetables, and fruits that are later enjoyed in shared meals and seasonal workshops. From learning about gardening techniques to savoring dishes made with ingredients you’ve helped grow, this program connects neighbors, promotes wellness, and celebrates the joy of homegrown food.
In-house Creativity
Arts Room
The arts room provides a creative space where residents can explore self-expression through art. Brightly lit and well equipped, the room serves as both a studio and a community hub. Every two weeks, artists from the Artworks program come to host sessions that introduce new techniques and projects.
Life at Heron House
Our team, including Residential Support Workers and staff from Learning and Employment programs, assists residents in developing independent living, life, and employment skills. For those needing extra support, Heron House offers a nurturing environment to reach their potential amidst a supportive community of peers.
Services and Amenities
- Private bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms in a heritage home
- Spacious kitchen and shared dining area
- Social activities and programs
- Onsite laundry services
- Onsite staff support 24 hours a day
- Monthly rent, inclusive of support, utilities, and amenities, starts at $3,765 (rent subsidies are available)
Add-On Services
- Medication Management
- Grocery shopping and/or meal preparation
- Housekeeping
- Transportation
- Personal Care
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Heron House located?
Heron House is located on Government Street, Victoria, British Columbia.
Situated on Government Street, it’s a hub for exploring Victoria’s attractions like the Inner Harbour, Empress Hotel, and Parliament. Enjoy ocean views, beaches, and encounters with local wildlife. Nearby, James Bay offers shops and eateries, while Beacon Hill Park provides green spaces and entertainment options.
How many suites are there in Heron House?
Heron House features eight self-contained, furnished suites, some with full accessible bathrooms, along with shared spaces like kitchen, dining, and lounge areas.
Does Heron House offer respite or extended stays?
Yes, Heron House offers both respite and extended stays.
To find out more, Contact Selena Bewsky at 250.381.5243 or sbewsky@garthhomersociety.org.
Access Our Services
Heron House is primarily donor funded and availability is based on funding capacity.
For more information, contact Selena Bewsky at 250.381.5243 or sbewsky@garthhomersociety.org.
Determining Fit
Each individual’s journey at Garth Homer begins with a conversation around what it is that they would like their life to look like. This conversation is how we determine which program is the right fit for each person.
Our programs bring together peers with shared interests and needs, fostering real connection and belonging. Every plan is personalized, flexible, and built around the individual, ensuring each person is never just placed into a preset program, they help create it.
Programs don’t define people, people define the programs.
What’s Happening in Residential Services
Service Areas
We have four key program and service areas: community inclusion, services for people who are aging (geriatrics), employment services and residential services. There’s no one-size-fits-all at Garth Homer. Our program opportunities are tailored to the needs and interests of participants, to make sure there are rewarding experiences for people with a range of abilities and goals.