The Freedom in Retirement Living in South Surrey White Rock
January 25, 2023
Are you considering moving into a retirement living facility in South Surrey White Rock? Maybe it’s not you, but a…
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The Best 3 Brain Games to Play in a VRS Retirement Community
January 23, 2023
While living at one of our VRS retirement communities, you will want to ensure that you are staying active in…
Understanding Hand Dexterity and How to Improve it at a VRS Seniors Housing Community
January 18, 2023
Studies have shown that after you exceed the age of 50, you will begin to notice that your hands are…
Why Retirement living is not just for seniors who need care
December 21, 2022
MYTH: moving into a retirement living community is for seniors who need extra care. TRUTH: living in a VRS retirement…
Indoor Holiday Activities to Do at a VRS Independent or Assisted Living Community
December 13, 2022
If you’ve had a chance to step outside of your VRS independent or assisted living community, you will immediately feel…
Benefits of Drinking Soup During Flu Season at a VRS Independent or Assisted Living Community
November 17, 2022
If you are already feeling cold when you step outside of the independent or assisted living community, you might not…
Why the Elderly are Looking into Affordable Seniors Housing at VRS
November 10, 2022
As we slowly head into the cooler months of the year, you or your senior loved one may be looking…
Lyle Ison, Garneau Hall GM wins 2022 Care Provider of the Year Award
October 31, 2022
VRS Seniors Communities and Advantage Assist are thrilled to celebrate Garneau Hall’s very own Lyle Ison, who out of 15…
4 Ways to Honour Remembrance Day with your Senior Loved One Living at a VRS Retirement Home
October 24, 2022
On November 11, Remembrance Day, people around Canada and the world take a moment to remember the day that World…
Why Seniors Choose a move to a VRS Independent or Assisted Living community during the Fall
October 12, 2022
As the weather slowly starts to get cooler, the idea of moving into an independent or assisted living community at…
Top Signs That You May Be Ready to Move Into a VRS Independent or Assisted Living Seniors Community
September 28, 2022
As we head into the holiday months, there is joy all around as we get to join in on the…
102-unit retirement community to combat lack of seniors housing in Port Alberni
September 26, 2022
A new retirement community boasting more than 100 units is coming to Port Alberni, as developers and city officials look…
4 Benefits to Moving this Fall to a VRS Retirement Home
September 21, 2022
Have you been trying to find the perfect time to move into a VRS retirement home? Although there are many…
Timberline at North Park Provides Island Seniors a New Retirement Living Community in Port Alberni
September 20, 2022
Tuesday, September 20, 2022, Port Alberni, BC – Seniors in the Alberni Valley will have a new option for housing…
5 Tips for Managing and Preventing Headaches at a VRS Independent or Assisted Living Community
August 26, 2022
Have you or your senior loved one been experiencing headaches lately? It is not just you that may be feeling…
How to Plan for your next Vacation as a Senior Living at a VRS Retirement Home
August 24, 2022
Summer is almost slipping away and if you or your senior loved one have not had a chance to travel…
6 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors Living in a VRS Retirement Community
July 21, 2022
Now that summer is officially here, your senior loved one may be excited to head outside and soak up the…
How to Know if Independent or Assisted Living in a VRS Retirement Community is Right for You?
July 19, 2022
When it comes to deciding if retirement living is the right step for you, it is important to determine whether…
A Day in the Life of a Senior at a VRS Independent Living Community
June 21, 2022
After spending years living with your family or on your own, you might be looking into a VRS independent or…
5 Exercises for Seniors to Perform at a VRS Seniors Retirement Community
June 17, 2022
Balance and strength are important to maintain throughout your life as they help with a wide range of activities, from…
4 Key Questions Answered about Assisted Living at VRS Seniors Housing
May 24, 2022
If you or your senior loved one have been looking into various senior living options, you may have some questions…
Why Living at a VRS Seniors Retirement Community May Benefit You
May 19, 2022
Have you been trying to decide if living at a VRS seniors retirement community is the best decision for you…
6 Health Benefits of Recreation for Seniors at a VRS Retirement Community
April 13, 2022
Moving into a retirement community has many benefits for you or your senior loved one. Recreational activities organized by the…
3 Reasons Why your Senior Loved one would Prefer Independent Living over Assisted Living at VRS Communities
April 9, 2022
Are you considering a retirement home for yourself or your senior loved one? Maybe you’re debating whether you’d prefer an…
What Kind of Social Activities Can I Expect while Living at a Retirement Community at VRS?
March 30, 2022
When living at a seniors retirement community, you can always expect VRS’s recreational coordinators to plan out some activities you…
Aging in Place: What if I Require Assisted Living while Living at a VRS Retirement Home?
March 29, 2022
Are you looking for assisted living for yourself or for a senior loved one? Although VRS Communities is an independent…
Happy Holidays at VRS Seniors Communities
December 24, 2021
Season’s greetings from your VRS Seniors Communities: Ross Place in Victoria Lakeside Gardens in Nanaimo Sunnyside Manor in South Surrey…
The Year that Was – from a Senior Living Operator’s Perspective
August 26, 2021
By Andrew Trinder, Director of Operations, VRS Communities Seniors Living If we turn back the clock to October 2019, we…
Penticton, B.C., pen-pal project between students, seniors stems social isolation amid COVID-19
January 20, 2021
Students and seniors in Penticton, B.C., are creating connection and community while staying apart during the COVID-19 pandemic. KVR Middle…