Abbeyfield House Vernon (Image Credit: Liam Verster / Vernon Matters)

By Liam Verster

Aging Pipes Need Replacing

Community bottle drive running in support of Abbeyfield House

Feb 12, 2026 | 2:54 PM

A bottle drive is underway to support a local non-profit seniors’ residence.

A pipe burst at the Abbeyfield House Vernon, causing flooding that impacted one level of the home.

The non-profit said insurance covered the emergency cleanup and repairs, but it has since been determined that the building’s plumbing was old and at risk of further failure.

To ensure the safety and comfort of the residents, Abbeyfield House will be replacing the aging pipes, which is estimated to cost $24,000.

“Our priority is always the safety, comfort, and stability of our residents,” Abbeyfield House Vernon board president, Kris Fuller, said.

Fire spreads to house

Vernon home "significantly damaged" by grass fire

Apr 02, 2026

Youth Health Services

Youth immunization, sexual health clinic opening in Vernon

Apr 02, 2026

Displaced For A Week

Some residents still displaced from fatal apartment fire

Apr 01, 2026

“While insurance helped us recover from the immediate damage, it does not cover preventative replacement. Without addressing the remaining plumbing, we risk facing repeated floods and costly disruptions that directly impact the seniors who call Abbeyfield home.”

In an effort to offset those costs, the non-profit is running community bottle drives. People can drop off their recyclables at Chasers Bottle Depot and Interior Recycling, and tell the staff there that they are making a donation to Abbeyfield Seniors.

People looking to make additional contributions in support of Abbeyfield House Vernon can contact info@abbeyfieldvernon.com for more details on how to donate.