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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for long term care at Deer Lodge Centre?

Applications for long term care at Deer Lodge Centre, either as a veteran or non-veteran, are processed through the WRHA's Long Term Care Access Centre. If you are living in the community, you can initiate the application through a Home Care Coordinator. If you are a patient in hospital, contact the Social Work Department in that hospital for assistance. Those living out of province should contact the Long Term Care Access Centre directly or their local Veterans Affairs office.

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Is there a restaurant in Deer Lodge Centre?

The Courtyard Cafe is open from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily. Delicious hot, daily features are available during traditional meal times. In addition to these daily features we offer a short-order grill service, fresh salads prepared for you at the time you arrive, hot pizza by the slice, custom deli style sandwiches, as well as many more enticing selections. The Cafe is a pay-by-item operation allowing you to make only the selections that you will enjoy. Seating is informal and allows patrons to enjoy the ambience of the Centre as well as the beautiful outdoor courtyard area during the spring and summer months.

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Is there a gift shop in Deer Lodge Centre?

The Dancing Bear Gift Shop is opened Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. On weekends and some holidays, the gift shop is opened from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

  • The Gift Shop is operated completely by volunteers.
  • All proceeds from the Gift Shop are used to purchase equipment or items of comfort for the residents' and patients' use.
  • No GST is charged on sales in the Gift Shop.
  • The Gift Shop sells a large selection of items including
    • Confectioneries such as candy, pop drinks, chocolate bars and potato chips
    • Magazines, cards for all occasions, notebooks and address books
    • Toiletries such as soap, toothpaste, lotion and make-up
    • Gift items such as jewelry, candles, vases, home decorations and Ty Beanie Babies

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Is there a banking machine at Deer Lodge Centre?

An ATM machine is accessible on Main Street for patients, residents, staff and visitors.

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What are the visiting hours at Deer Lodge Centre?

Visiting hours at Deer Lodge Centre are generally 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. A directional map detailing areas within the Centre is available from Switchboard. Parking is available in the East parking lot of the Centre and 2 hour parking is available on the surrounding side streets.

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How do I find out about Job opportunities?

View our Join our Team section.

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How do I get to Deer Lodge Centre?

View our direction map.

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Deer Lodge Centre, 2109 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3J 0L3, (204) 837-1301 email: info@deerlodge.mb.ca

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