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GILMORE GARDENS - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

Great care is found at Gilmore Gardens. The environment here leaves nothing to be desired, certainly, but staff really goes out of their way to cater to residents' needs. When you (or one of your parents) experiences a setback, you want to find the best care that will quickly bring you back to enjoying life to the fullest, surrounded by caring people, great friends and an optimally healthy environment. Staff here combines the qualities of being knowledgeable and personable with a love of fun.

OPAL VANCOUVER

OPAL represents an exciting new vision in senior care, offering superior senior living, with an upscale modern design and up-to-the minute technology, in an intergenerational living environment. This building, the flagship of Element Lifestyle Retirement Inc., has excited us here at Comfort Life, since we first heard about it in 2016.

GILMORE GARDENS - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

After interviewing several similar organizations in Vancouver, my daughters and I decided to send their father here to recuperate after a minor stroke. He is now settling in nicely and started to like the services, people and food provided by the home. We found the home extremely well run under the General Manager Mirandah Sinden, with impressive teamwork among all the staff and workers. We cannot be more pleased with this home, without which we would have to spend a lot more time and energy managing their father's well beings. Thank you Gilmore homes, we are forever grateful 💕❤️🙏🙏🙏

My parents have been living in Gilmore Garden since last summer. It was extremely difficult to find a right place for aging parents, but we are so glad that we found GG. So far we are very happy that they are in this warm, bright, and welcoming community where all staffs are friendly, caring and helpful to answer their needs. They enjoy the holiday celebrations, parties, concerts, and performances. They participate in programs and activities as they like. Most importantly, we feel that they are in a safe place should they need any health assistance. GG has done an outstanding job in creating a happy and comfortable home for seniors!

I can't say enough about the staff and volunteers at Gilmore Gardens. They are respectful, responsive, and truly care for the residents they serve. My father has been their since January 2020, and has been pleased with the food, programs, and support provided.

Extremely friendly staff and facility have a warm and homelike atmosphere.

My mom has been well taken care of in the past 1.5 years at Gilmore. The Staff has gone above and beyond in my mom’s needs. Everyday my mom is treated with caring, helpful and friendly staff. I would highly recommend Gilmore Gardens.

OPAL VANCOUVER

I feel so fortunate to have joined the Opal and to be living in this stressfree and most attractive environment! I love the multi-age concept and the diverse culture atmosphere here. The buildings are full of light and delightful art ,a lovely dining room with interesting menu choices, comfortable seating areas to enjoy conversations with interesting residents. Lots of choices of activities to join, makes life interesting! But what is most important to me is the staff and their welcoming, helpful and fun attitude with everyone they deal with ..... I feel very much at home at the Opal.

I was looking for an intergenerational community with Independent Living and licensed care options for my husband, who needs a licensed care suite, and me. I couldn't find a suitable community until my friend Stanley introduced OPAL to me. OPAL Licensed Care suites have 24-hour registered nurses, a team of healthcare aids, a rehab assistant, onsite physicians, recreation assistants, and an onsite dietician. I love OPAL recreation classes like gym, Zumba, Tai Chi, dance expressions, and bus tours. I have my favorites food in OPAL: double-boiled soup, Shanghaiese, and Cantonese food.

I do enjoy the life, the food and all the activities in Opal that's why I put the 5 stars for OPAL. My favorite activities are the exercising events such as dance class and pool. The culinary programs' "food" are the best. I love the Chinese and European style food. Everyday we have different menu that's the best! Every week we have a bus tour for field trip. Opal Recreation take us to many places that I never been before. They are amazing!

OPAL is a good place for seniors. Good food, cleaning weekly, and many activities to join. Air conditioning is a big advantage in this hot weather.

OPAL is definitely a gem. I was looking for a place for my mom who needs 24/7 care in the Vancouver area. I toured all of the top senior communities over three years and none was the right fit. Then came OPAL. I have high expectations on quality of the physical space, service, care and food. Our family members had multiple meals at OPAL with my mom and WOW! The food was as good as top restaurants and presentation, beautiful. I always promised my mom that I would never encourage her to move anywhere that I personally would not stay at. OPAL is a home run in every aspect. My usual lodging is the Shangri La or the Fairmont Pacific Rim when I visit, next time I'll request a hospitality suite at OPAL so I can stay close to my mom and enjoy the lifestyle. The staff, care team members and admin are all incredibly warm and kind. They run the senior community like it's a Four Seasons but better, with more service, amenities and tremendous kindness.

GILMORE GARDENS - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

Gilmore Gardens is a premium Independent Living retirement residence five minutes from Steveston and Richmond's popular nature walks, including the Dyke Trail. Recently updated, Gilmore Gardens offers shopping close by, on-site amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere fostered by our residents and dedicated team members. Voted the #1 Best Senior Home in Richmond in 2024, Gilmore Gardens continues to set the standard for excellence. We look forward to welcoming you and your pets to a place you'll be proud to call home. Our various suite options range from studio to two-bedroom. Each suite features a kitchenette, an accessible bathroom, and ample storage. A four-course dinner with a variety of choices is included, along with a continental breakfast, while lunch is available for an additional fee.

OPAL VANCOUVER

A boutique residence in Vancouver’s west side. Amenities and services are designed with the understanding that this is your home. Our daily activities will connect all generations to interact meaningfully. From the details of the design to the ambience created from the attitude of our staff, you’ll experience attentiveness, warmth and intimacy. OPAL provides a complete continuum of lifestyles, from independent living to complex care. We care about your peace of mind.

GILMORE GARDENS - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

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

OPAL VANCOUVER

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

GILMORE GARDENS - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

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OPAL VANCOUVER

• Clients with progressive medical conditions which preclude them from remaining in their current living situation safely (Restrictions Apply). • To ensure quality care can be given to the clients at Opal by Element clients suffering with cognitive impairments will be screened closely to ensure safe quality care can be given to the entire cohort of clientele. • Clients admitted who suffer with cognitive impairments will remain at the Opal by Element unless their safety or those around them is jeopardized. • Clients who reside within the Opal by Element Retirement Community will be given priority access to the available Licensed Care beds as they become available. •Opal by Element will be unable to accommodate bariatric clientele, aggressive clientele, feeding tubes or wandering clientele. • No one-on-one services are provided by Opal by Element. Family is responsible for this and the additional fees. • Clients with progressive medical conditions which preclude them from remaining in their current living situation safely. • To ensure quality care can be given to the clients at Opal by Element clients suffering with cognitive impairments will be screened closely to ensure safe quality care can be given to the entire cohort of clientele. • Clients admitted who suffer with cognitive impairments will remain at the Opal by Element unless their safety or those around them is jeopardized. • Clients who reside within the Opal by Element Retirement Community will be given priority access to the available Licensed Care beds as they become available. • Opal by Element will be unable to accommodate bariatric clientele, aggressive clientele, feeding tubes or wandering clientele. • No one-on-one services are provided by Opal by Element. If required, the SDM/Resident are responsible for this and the additional fees. • Direct hours of care are 3.2 in 24-hours. Additional fees apply and are the responsibility of the SDM/Resident if care is above 3.2hours. • Companions available at an additional charge and responsibility of the SDM/Resident. Approval process applies.