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Calgary seniors living alone or in a house they’ve outgrown will find that Aspen Woods makes life better as soon as they move in. It’s desirable living that reminds people of a luxury hotel. You’ll like being surrounded by active seniors, bountiful amenities and activities, and caring staff.

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A sure sign of an exceptional community is long-term commitment on the part of residents. At StayWell Manor you’ll always find a number of residents who have lived here for five, seven, ten years, or longer. Many of those people will tell you that they’ve loved their entire time here and The Manor has become their home. What’s more is that staff turnover here is also low. Calgary seniors and families looking for a place to thrive need to take a close look at this community.

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If you are looking for a senior retirement community for yourself or a loved one, look no further than Verve Aspen Woods. It is a community that has been exceptional in every aspect and continues to surprise and delight our father who downsized from the family home in September 2022. The features of the building are above and beyond, with everything you would desire and then some! The building itself is well situated in a residential community with access from all quadrants of the city, via the new Stoney Trail extension, which makes travel to and from smooth and easy. The underground parking is especially welcome in both the heat of summer and cold of winter and is even available for use while visiting. The curb appeal is warm and welcoming, with the grounds immaculately kept no matter the season. The summer patios are gorgeous with south-facing exposure and resplendent with flower pots. There are ample walking paths for residents and visitors alike on the property and through the local community. The housekeeping and maintenance teams take great pride in ensuring a clean and well-maintained building, whether in the shared common spaces or the private suites. The food is exceptional - in taste, quality and variety. Kudos to the kitchen team! We love the extra touches like the special coffee machine and takeout items from the Pub. If Dad is out and about for the day, he can easily pick up lunch-to-go to keep him fueled for the day. The dining room staff are excellent in their attitudes and service delivery. They know every resident by name and have even come to know all members of our family when we visit. The concierge team and care teams are fully engaged with the residents and anticipate needs and manage a busy "house" from command central ensuring residents and visits alike are cared for and have a good experience. The calendar of events is creative and overflowing with opportunities to be as engaged as one would desire - truly something for everyone. Beautiful, well-appointed facilities and services aside, every point of contact with every staff member is a moment of truth. An opportunity to showcase their big hearts, care and interest in the residents, their families and visiting guests. From the first moment of connection with the Lifestyle Managers who toured us around the facility, and helped us select the right suite, to the signing of the lease agreement with the General Manager, to the logistics of move-in, monthly billing with the Office Manager, to the onboarding by the Director of Wellness and other logistics, this is a team of awesome humans who are real pros! We simply can't say enough great things about Verve Aspen Woods. Making the transition to a seniors community can be fraught with worries and concerns for both the senior and their family. The team at Verve allayed those with fears and helped ease my dad into a new lifestyle that has been supportive and enjoyable for him while giving us peace of mind and joy in witnessing this new chapter of his life, with new friends and activities.

Perfect Respite. I recently spent 1 week post-orthopaedic surgery at Aspen Woods and recommend it highly. I am under 60 yrs old. The staff were kind, responsive & accommodating. I felt welcomed. Thank you for gluten free meals and ice machine refills at 4 AM. I did not require much care overall by the staff but that is available as needed. It was helpful having my daily vitals taken by a nurse. The large suite I had was contemporary enough with a hospital bed and it was kept barrier free and super clean.

My friend I love has been a resident at Aspen Woods Calgary for just over six months. I visit her almost every day for a couple of hours. It's easy to access the building from the main streets. The grounds are well kept and there is both surface parking and parkade parking for the visitors. The building layout is very good and reminds me of the high-end casinos in Las Vegas in its quality. The Front Desk Concierge... makes it a very welcome experience. From the Concierge to the front-line workers, [service] is of a high standard. The staff is dedicated to providing care with efficiency and compassion. The housekeeping and upkeep is satisfactory. The residents are provide good care and assistance as needed by each individual. This no doubt is a reflection of the good management. The Facility projects a cheerful environment with very positive vibes... While it is the Staff at large who perform, I give credit to the Management for running such a good establishment and the staff for executing it all.

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It fit my mom and dad perfectly, especially with the different levels of care: independent, assisted, enhanced memory care, they go right through to palliative. After moving in, their health got better. My mom got off oxygen. They were eating better. My mom put on weight again [thanks to] the balanced diet. She got off her blood pressure medications in the last year. A lot of positive things happened just because of the lifestyle... It definitely prolonged their lives in a very positive way. It was home for them. My mom was on palliative for six months, so that was a big benefit, knowing that they could stay through their days together. It was just good for them that they were still on the same floor, with only a nurse's station in between them.

After bilateral knee replacement, I convalesced at Staywell Manor Village for a couple of weeks. The care I received at Staywell was excellent. I appreciated it when I was staying at Staywell, and I was even more thankful for it when I went home. The suite was roomy and very comfortable, the food was incredible, and when I needed help, it appeared with the push of a button. When I reacted to my medication, I got advice from an RN (Joseph) and an LPN (Sanu) right away, and I was able to see the in-house doctor (Dr. Arcega) the next day. Amazing!

I don’t think we could have picked a better spot for my 95 year old father to transition from his home where he lived independently. He participated in many activities at StayWell enjoying the company of his fellow residents and remained active until his final day at age 98. We could not have asked for more caring and supportive staff.

My mom lived at Staywell Manor for 6 years both in Assisted Living and Memory Care … I was always impressed how patient and caring the staff were ... All the staff provided exceptional support to our family during this difficult time.

Our mom had lived in the manor community for 3.5 years and during that time she was cared for by a devoted staff. All of our dealings with the Manor management were cordial and all facets of the operation were always carried out with mom’s best wishes in mind. Over the few years the family got to know the front of house staff, kitchen staff and the wonderful caring medical personnel that undertook all of mom’s needs.

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Verve Aspen Woods is an upscale neighbourhood on Calgary's west side, boasting wooded landscapes, panoramic mountain views and easy access to downtown. At home in one of Calgary’s most desirable neighbourhoods with beautifully appointed amenities within, Verve Aspen Woods offers the perfect setting for your active enjoyment of life. Verve Aspen Woods boasts a wealth of upscale amenities, including concierge service, art studio, health club with saltwater pool, hobby garden, luxury salon, theatre, wine cellar, an all-day café, bistro-pub and fine dining venues. Stroll nearby nature trails or browse local boutiques at Aspen Landing Shopping Centre and West Springs Centre.

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With seven Manor Villages operating and three new Life Centers under development in Calgary, The Manor Villages are fortunate to have special- resources to provide Enhanced Personal Care Services for those seniors who require extra-attentive care. Staywell Manor, is conveniently located in Garrison Woods. We have our beautiful personal park for family special moments and enjoyment. Staywell has been upgraded to be The Center of Excellence for those who do not wish to live in a hospital’s long-term care. Instead, senior’s requiring more care, most often want the privacy of their own suite, with quality cuisine -- skilled nursing including 24/7 monitoring, plus Clever-Vision^TM , that enables their family members to be with them on-screen. COVID is no longer an issue. With Clever-Vision^TM, all parties can visit from their smart phone or Ipad from where-ever they might be and connect to their Senior Loved-One(s) residing at Staywell Manor.  All family members see and hear each other conversing in the privacy offered through Staywell’s Clever-Vision^TM.  Staywell is Canada’s first to offer Enhanced Personal Care Services enabling a preferred option of not living life’s precious moments in a hospital. As the Center of Excellence, Staywell also provides Memory Care and Palliative- Care services catering to our senior residents and their family. For a personal tour call Margy at 403-369-3000 or 403-686-8386

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