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Ralph Villman and Lore Bieber have a unique vision in retirement living, manifested in Golden Pond Retirement Residence, east of Oshawa. This community is ideal for the nature lover, the aspiring mystic, or anyone who loves peace and tranquility. It feels like a spiritual retreat you can call home, and indeed the ranch-style building will quickly become just that for you, surrounded by peers who love it here.
If space, fresh air, and serenity are things you crave more as you get older, Golden Pond is the place for you. Just seven minutes off the 401, this is a perfect location for someone looking to get (or stay) away from the traffic and bustle of the GTA. It’s also much more affordable than most GTA retirement homes.
In this setting, a true family feel includes staff and seniors. The deep sense of faith that roots this community finds expression in daily kindnesses and staff’s compassionate attention to residents. Suites here are refreshingly homey, each with a deck that gives people personal space outside. The gazebo, pond, gardens, and lively bird feeders, all add to the tranquility you'll feel. The hardwood flooring throughout, home-cooked meals, and the sheer spaciousness of the layout add to the nostalgia for simpler times.
For all of the above, there are features like regular entertainment, daily activities, and multiple levels of care that include assistance with activities of daily living.
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Beautiful spot in the country! Friendly and caring staff who go above and beyond every day! I highly recommend it!!!!
I always thought that living in a retirement home is the last thing I wanted to do – so I stayed in my house as long as I could. Today I know better – my only regret is that I did not come sooner to Golden Pond.
The folks at Golden Pond are really doing a terrific job of providing for all residents.
My wife and I lived here for 6 years, before Edna passed on. This is a most wonderful place to live if you are older and need someone to look after all your shortcomings. Golden Pond enables them to live life again, while feeling safe and secure.
I would never have thought that after working here for so many years, I would become a resident myself. But here you go – I just love it. It’s just like coming home again. The mission statement of GP is just so true: You are treated here the same way you want to be treated.
Golden Pond is heaven – I had never thought that [a retirement home] can be as wonderful as it is.
If there was ever a retirement home for me it would be the golden pond....the owners lore and Ralph run things the way a residence should. In a family atmosphere...nestled in an outdoor wilderness setting makes it a desirable sought after spot. Food...family...activities and love...its all found here.
Extremely beautiful HOME environment that welcomes resident and family immediately. Large, spacious and warm environment inside and out. Picture perfect landscaping makes you feel like you could be on holiday. Staff are part of your family, very kind, knowledgeable, experienced and patient. If you have no choice but to have retirement care for your loved one, THIS is the place they would choose for themselves. I sleep better at night knowing my Great Aunt is being cared for here.
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