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SNT – Unité Le Château is a health and social services unit located within Château Baie-Comeau, a seniors' residence at 1401 Boulevard Jolliet in Baie-Comeau, QC, on the Côte-Nord. This facility provides nursing care, personal assistance, and residential health services for seniors under the Côte-Nord regional health network (CISSS de la Côte-Nord). It is not an acute care emergency department — residents or visitors requiring emergency medical attention should proceed directly to Hôpital Le Royer at 635 Boulevard Jolliet, Baie-Comeau.
Services & Specialties
Nursing care (infirmier/infirmière auxiliaire), Personal assistance and daily living support, Blood pressure monitoring, Medication preparation (dosette), Home support services, Respite care with accommodation, Rehabilitation support, Leisure and wellness programming, Preventive health care, Wheelchair rental.
This is a seniors' residential care unit, not a hospital emergency department — for any medical emergency in Baie-Comeau, call 911 or go to Hôpital Le Royer at 635 Boulevard Jolliet.
Services at SNT Unité Le Château are delivered in French; bring a translator if needed for non-French-speaking residents or family members.
The building is fully wheelchair accessible with elevators, making visits convenient for individuals with mobility challenges.
To inquire about care services or admission, contact CISSS de la Côte-Nord directly at 418-589-9927 or visit cisss-cotenord.gouv.qc.ca.
If you are visiting a resident, confirm visiting hours and protocols directly with staff, as residential care facilities may have specific scheduling requirements.
What to Bring
Provincial health insurance card (carte d'assurance maladie / RAMQ card)
Government-issued photo identification
List of current medications and dosages
Contact information for next of kin or power of attorney
Any relevant medical history documents or care directives
Personal comfort items if visiting for an extended stay
Insurance or supplemental health coverage information
Any assistive devices (hearing aids, glasses, mobility aids)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SNT Unité Le Château an emergency department?
No. SNT Unité Le Château is a health and social services unit within a seniors' residence. It does not provide emergency medical care. For emergencies in Baie-Comeau, go to Hôpital Le Royer at 635 Boulevard Jolliet or call 911.
What types of care are available at SNT Unité Le Château in Baie-Comeau?
The unit offers nursing care, personal assistance, medication management (dosette), blood pressure monitoring, respite care with accommodation, and leisure programming, primarily serving senior residents.
Is the facility wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The building at 1401 Boulevard Jolliet is fully wheelchair accessible and equipped with two elevators, so residents and visitors do not need to use stairs.
How do I contact or inquire about admission to SNT Unité Le Château?
For information about care services or admission, contact CISSS de la Côte-Nord at 418-589-9927 or visit cisss-cotenord.gouv.qc.ca. The residence was formerly known as Château Bellevue Baie-Comeau.
Are services offered in English at this facility?
Services at SNT Unité Le Château are primarily offered in French, consistent with the linguistic profile of the Côte-Nord region. If language support is needed, inquire with CISSS de la Côte-Nord in advance.
Where is the nearest hospital emergency room to 1401 Boulevard Jolliet in Baie-Comeau?
The nearest acute care emergency department is Hôpital Le Royer, located at 635 Boulevard Jolliet, Baie-Comeau, QC (approximately 1.5 km away). It can be reached at 418-589-3701 and operates 24 hours a day, every day of the year.