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CHELSEA PARK

Among Vancouver retirement homes, Chelsea Park is a uniquely homey, comfortable environment offering striking value for anyone 55 and older. It’s a boutique-style retirement community, less formal than some other retirement residences, but with much of the vibrancy you’ll find in more expensive communities. With respect to the activities and amenities, you’ll find everything you need to make days complete.

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.

CHELSEA PARK

We are very proud of the Chelsea Park staff and the warm and caring community that they have created in this small spot near Trout Lake Park.

Thanks so much for the care you and your team gave to my mother while at Chelsea Park. I was not expecting such a great experience. We looked at the places that charge double the cost of your facility does so we were expecting to lower our expectations since we could not afford the other places. But much to our surprise you were so much better than we could’ve ever experienced at any other place, simply the best. I think it is because of your genuine care and attention to my mother and all of the other residents under your management. I honestly found that the rest of the staff were very good but somehow you were a shining like that made me feel like I was leaving my mother with a loving family member who really cared about her. You were professional and caring to the maximum degree.

If you want a friendly place, not too formal, this is the greatest place to be. I would never want to go anywhere else. I would recommend this to anyone. I would recommend it to anyone.

You couldn’t ask for any better service than the girls that work in the dining room. The chef is also wonderful. Bus trips to different places are also very enjoyable.

We felt very uncomfortable about moving to the city, but you would never know we are in one. We walk across the street to places we call the ‘People Beach’, the ‘Dog Beach’, and the ‘Duck Bench’ at Trout Lake. At our new home we get lunch & dinner served in the attractive dining room. The staff are very good at remembering what people can and cannot eat. We are very happy here and cannot imagine living anywhere else. We get our suite cleaned once a week. I feel very spoiled. I would advise anyone looking for a place to live, “Come to Chelsea Park you will be very happy.”

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.

CHELSEA PARK

A boutique residence with a homelike ambience where you can enjoy your independence while receiving quality hospitality services from our caring staff. A BC Seniors Living Association 'Seal of Approval' recipient since 2011, Chelsea Park is Seniors housing offering intimate, well designed, comfortable and affordable living for Seniors. You will not find a better setting for Seniors who want to enjoy the benefits of a total community where everyone belongs. 1 bedroom suites ready for immediate occupancy. Rents starting at $3,200 per month. Our all in price includes: - lunch - dinner - hydro - cable TV - weekly housekeeping - weekly linen laundry service - 24-hour emergency response system - scheduled recreational programs and events

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.

CHELSEA PARK

Medical form completed by family doctor, Personal Interview

OPAL VANCOUVER

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

CHELSEA PARK

Completed application package; deposit; Pre-authorized Debit Agreement (for paying rent); tenant's insurance package;

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.