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CARP COMMONS RETIREMENT VILLAGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

This is the kind of place where people will discover how great senior living can be. The staff and the building environment help create a community where people make friends, form bonds, and enjoy life in a group of senior peers. Those who have lived alone will find great friends here and learn to enjoy life anew. People’s lives improve immensely here.

RICHMOND CARE HOME

Ottawa Region families facing a dementia diagnosis for their mom or grandmother will find a completely unique approach in Richmond Care Home. Situated in a unique 16 bed home set well off Nixon Farm Drive, this feels like a serene country resort in the city. The house-like setting and the sheer professionalism of staff combine to make this a homey, adept approach to care for Alzheimer's and other dementia.

CARP COMMONS RETIREMENT VILLAGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

Last spring, I was faced with a tough choice: it was no longer safe for my dearest friend, because of an increasing cognitive impairment, to continue living in her home. I shopped around looking for the perfect place for her, a place where she could feel safe, be healthy, and be treated with dignity and respect. When a friend suggested Carp Commons, and I went for a tour, I knew that this heart-wrenching decision had just become a little less painful. My friend has been happily and actively living at Carp Commons for 4 months. She is thriving! She is less anxious, her 'sundowners' are less severe, she has an in-house physician, and she's eating excellent food every day in an extremely clean and cozy atmosphere with lots of activities to choose from. The staff--every single one that I've interacted with!--is respectful, knowledgeable, and above all, kind. Rebekah Gunning nursed me through the first few weeks, and emailed and called me regularly (daily!) to give me updates on my friend. Carp Commons was a perfect ray of hope at a time when my sadness, despair, and grief were at their highest.

My mother has been a resident of Carp Commons since 2019. Recently her husband passed away and she needed to change apartments. Moving is a complicated process for anyone, let alone a recently bereaved 97-year-old. Fortunately for us, Rebekah made the moving process incredibly easy by helping us choose a lovely new apartment that fit my mother's needs and budget. She was so helpful and compassionate during the entire process, it is an immense relief to me to know my mother will continue to be so well taken care of at Carp Commons.

My parents moved into the Carp Commons in October of 2023. It was a major transition for them however, both Rebekah and Pat were so welcoming and went above and beyond to make them feel welcome. Both my mom and dad are very pleased with the care, maintenance, and attention to detail that all staff show towards the upkeep of Carp Commons. The dining room is bright and beautifully decorated for each sitting. The dining staff makes a concerted effort to get to know the residents and their culinary preferences. The admin and front desk staff are so welcoming and kind to both visitors and residents - greeting everyone with a smile. I am very pleased with the extra-curricular offerings for seniors such as Chair Yoga and low-impact fitness - my parents are really enjoying those specifically! Carp Commons offers top notch care blending country charm location with urban amenities either onsite or nearby.

A retirement home is only as good as its director of care and staff and Colin Ferguson and his staff are amazing. He quickly and efficiently deals with any concerns (which are few). He is very accessible and very present at all times. My mom has settled very well considering there is a language barrier which we were very concerned about. She is well cared for in the dementia wing with only 11 residents living there so it is a very intimate, high ratio of care staff to residents. We are so lucky to have found such a good placement for our mom and have peace of mind knowing she is well looked after.

From day one my father-in-law has found a comfortable and welcoming home at Carp Commons. His accommodations are inviting and of high quality. He receives excellent personal and medical support and care. The programs and facilities are top-notch. Visitors are equally welcomed as members of the Carp Commons family. The staff members are all exceptionally friendly, and the general atmosphere is uplifting and peaceful. All of us, including our father the resident, could not be happier with our decision to make Carp Commons a part of our lives.

RICHMOND CARE HOME

My Deaf mother has been a resident of the home for 2 ½ years. My family is appreciative of the quality of care that is provided to her and is pleased with the warm and safe environment that she is in. The staff are professional, caring, and attentive, and they encourage my mother to participate in different activities. They have even gone out of their way to learn sign language to communicate with her. Overall, our family is at peace knowing that our mother is in good hands at the Richmond Care Home.

My mom has been a resident at Carefor for almost a year now. I am very impressed with how well she has settled in. The staff are all very kind and caring, as well as professional. I love the small intimate size of this home. It truly allows for individualized care, unlike some of the large and perhaps more fancy care homes. I would recommend Carefor Richmond to any family who has a mother /grandmother, etc, they adore.

I love this place for my mom. The staff are loving and gentle with their clients.

Warm, welcoming staff and home environment. It’s unique in it's design and model.

Love it....My Mom has been a guest for almost 6 years. Have no idea what we would have done without the beautiful ladies and their special care. Can't imagine life without [it].

CARP COMMONS RETIREMENT VILLAGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

One visit to Carp Commons Retirement Village and you’ll see the difference in terms of amenities, food, services, programs, and the little touches that make it feel like home. Every day, we create opportunities for our residents to discover new things about themselves, the people around them and the world we live in, helping redefine what it means to be aging, together. Retirement living can be active, inspiring, and fulfilling. We know because we help make it a reality every day.

RICHMOND CARE HOME

Carefor Richmond Care Home is a unique quiet and peaceful 16-unit home designed for women living with dementia. Our "Best Friends Certified" cutting edge care model offers exceptional care for your loved one in a home like setting, at one of the most affordable prices you can find. Operated by Carefor, formerly the Victorian Order of Nurses, Richmond Care Home is part of a not-for-profit which puts people first. Our well trained staff are compassionate and ensure your loved one gets care tailored to her needs. We provide home-cooked meals, recreation that will keep your loved one active and entertained, and 24 hour care in a calm safe and comfortable environment that will give you and your family peace of mind.

CARP COMMONS RETIREMENT VILLAGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

Chest x-ray, Medical form completed by family doctor, Personal Interview, TB test required

RICHMOND CARE HOME

Chest x-ray, Medical form completed by family doctor, Personal Interview, TB test required

CARP COMMONS RETIREMENT VILLAGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

Chest x-ray is used instead of TB testing. Not provided for anyone over 65.

RICHMOND CARE HOME

We start with a personal interview with family and then with the resident to determine eligibility based upon program criteria: cognitive function and physical capability.