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THE LODGE AT VALLEY RIDGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

This lovely community is ideal for a variety of people. The easily accessible golf course is ideal for golf lovers. There's also a ski hill nearby. The community also offers a variety of care to accommodate couples with varying levels of need. Couples where one spouse needs assistance while the other is independent can stay together under one roof.

GARRISON GREEN BY UNITED ACTIVE LIVING

Garrison Green is a move into a new way of life for seniors, one that renews their love of living. Seniors here truly are active—and enjoy being so—because there are so many different things for them to do. You see seniors here who are obviously enjoying the life they live together. Family members and residents are glowing in their praise of the vibrant life here. It's a place that brings out the best in people.

THE LODGE AT VALLEY RIDGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

This was the most inviting community for us. It's got a great layout. It feels warm the minute you walk in. There's a big, beautiful kitchen with amazing smells coming out of it. The staff are lovely and kind... It felt like home [right away].

The Lodge at Valley Ridge is very big! The coffee chat, breakfast room, bar, exercise room, library and Chapel are beautiful. My bedroom [has a] very nice kitchen and outside with deck. l love it so much and [am] having a good experience.

The Lodge at Valley Ridge became home for my father after my mother passed in 2016. Before we chose this place, we toured 10 places in NW and SW Calgary and it is difficult to compare as they each have differences in what they have to offer. Together, my dad and I chose the Lodge, as we felt it stood out, and hoped for the best. They continued to impress us with their management, eloquent menu & dining atmosphere, amazing and personable Chef (I never saw a canned vegetable on the menu once and i ate their often with my father), and the dining room staff. The Chef created food and speciality items with ease and i felt like we were dining on a cruise ship. Their buffets on special occasions were remarkable and always packed with extended family joining the residents. There was an air of excitement and enjoyment at special food nights too! The airy classy dining room was always inviting. As my father’s health needs changed I was amazed with the care and assistance the medical team delivered and when we needed home care to become more involved, it appeared to happen seamlessly for my father. The nurse and aid care teams kept in touch with me whenever there was a problem arising or an urgent matter to address. A shout out to Nurse MaryAnne for her excellent communication with myself and my very deaf father; her passion for adhering to nursing protocols that far exceed minimum care made me rest easy at nights. Also a shout out to Ezel (overseeing the nurse team) for handling many phone-calls on behalf of my father when things were becoming more complicated. All this enabled my father to stay much longer than i thought possible for his declining health, which was important to my father. The Lodge had become a home, and all the staff had become extended family. My father was able to stay almost 7 years until the need for long term care was necessary. Thank you to the Manager (Glen) for running a quality home for Independent living, and thank you to the reception staff and maintenance staff for always addressing all the residents concerns (with computers, technical issues, laundry, cleaning, questions). No task was left unaddressed; another form of making the seniors feel cared for. There was very low turnover in the frontline staff over 7 years and I believe this also played a crucial role in the “family” atmosphere for my father. My husband and I both agree, that if a time comes that we need this type of facility for ourselves we would put The Lodge at Valley Ridge at the top of our list. We will continue to spread their good work to all our friends and acquaintances. To all the staff at the Lodge at Valley Ridge please accept our (myself and family members) deepest gratitude for taking care of my father for the last 7 years. He felt well taken care of and also valued by everyone.

The Lodge at Valley Ridge raises the bar with each passing day and sets a new standard in Retirement Residence living. The Lodge team is a strong Alberta Arm for individuals looking to make the change toward Retirement Residence Living. We are so glad to have seen how far the bar in Retirement Residence living can be raised and how high the standard is consistently set at your location on the global map. Beyond 5 Star!

The entire staff at this location is extremely caring. They go out of their way to make one feel comfortable & at home. The services at The Lodge are also top notch. All in all, a satisfying experience.

GARRISON GREEN BY UNITED ACTIVE LIVING

Four stars! My older neighbours are now at this location so I visit them when I can!

Phenomenal place to have a connection with aging adults & have conversations about the words "old" and "creativity" Awesome inspirational place to visit. Awesome inspirational people to visit too!

Exceptional community! My mom and dad have lived there since 2013. The staff treats them with such kindness. It's as if my parents were their parents. Thank you very much, Garrison Green! I am so fond of this place that I volunteer there, showing movies and leading sing-a-longs with my dad.

THE LODGE AT VALLEY RIDGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

Established in 1999, The Lodge at Valley Ridge, by Verve, provides seniors living in an established neighbourhood surrounded by mature trees. The newly renovated decor draws inspiration from Alberta’s great mountain lodges. For your convenience our outstanding amenities and dining options to our ever-changing schedule of recreational and social events. The Lodge at Valley Ridge Retirement Residence is perfect for an active and entertaining lifestyle with a variety of suite sizes to meet your needs and budget. Care is no additional charge through AHS.

GARRISON GREEN BY UNITED ACTIVE LIVING

At United Active Living, we pride ourselves on being a place where older adults can experience new firsts every day. We actively build and foster community, tailoring programs and services to your interests to cultivate authentic connections among neighbours and with our friendly and talented team. There’s no such thing as a standard experience at United - we deliver unique experiences based on what you want to see and do. From certified kinesiologists to professionally trained artists, opportunities for active living and creative expression are around every corner. We also build meaningful experiences through established partnerships with organizations like the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Lunchbox Theatre, Mount Royal University, Honens, Calgary Jazz Orchestra and many more. Our monthly program calendar is unmatched. United delivers a leading approach to memory care - United Minds - which integrates individuals living with dementia or cognitive impairment into our community and focuses on the unique abilities and interests of each person rather than limitations. In our community, couples and individuals thrive. We complement our program and service offerings with larger-than-average suites with your choice of kitchen or kitchenette and convenient amenities like underground parking, a la carte dining, and in-suite laundry. United Active Living is committed to transforming your experience of aging. We can't wait to meet you.

THE LODGE AT VALLEY RIDGE - VERVE SENIOR LIVING

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GARRISON GREEN BY UNITED ACTIVE LIVING

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