Shelmarie Rest Home

Senior Care Path Summary

Shelmarie Rest Home is a four-storey heritage house located in the Victoria/Oak Bay area with 14 rooms and 21 beds.

It provides services for adults aged 19 and older with long-term mental health conditions who need support with daily living activities, nursing, and mental health care to live comfortably.

The facility is staffed for 24/7 care with mental health workers and other clinical staff.

Clients are supported with mild to moderate chronic medical issues such as diabetes, arthritis, cardiovascular disease, and chronic lung and kidney disease, provided their care can be managed in a community setting without requiring unscheduled nursing care.

Most bedrooms have a two-piece bathroom. The facility includes a front patio, yard, and common area for activities. Residents may bring their own television, computer, small items, pillows, and linens.

Clients must be able to manage stairs independently, and mobility aids are not permitted indoors.

Eligibility requires individuals to be 19 or older, need 24-hour care, and have a primary care need related to severe and ongoing mental illness. All substance use is discouraged and not permitted on site.

The length of stay and care levels depend on resident needs, with the goal of independent living within two years.

Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.