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…
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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…
5 Benefits of Moving into a VRS Retirement Home during Winter
February 28, 2022
Winters can be tough on all of us, especially for those who may not have a lot going on. Maybe…
The Difference Between Independent Living and Assisted/Supportive Living for Seniors in BC and Alberta
February 25, 2022
Are you trying to figure out if independent living is right for you? Maybe you’re deciding if assisted living is…
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…
Engaging Holiday Activities for Seniors
December 21, 2021
The Holidays are the perfect time of year to spend time with family and friends. And spending time with our…
A Checklist for Retirement Living
December 16, 2021
Beginning the search for the right Seniors Community in British Columbia or Alberta can be overwhelming. Each Community will offer…
Experiencing a New Lease on Life at VRS Seniors Communities
December 3, 2021
By Andrew Trinder, Director of Operations, VRS Communities Seniors Living I have spent more than a decade working in seniors…
Fun Things to do with Your Senior Loved One at their Seniors Home!
November 23, 2021
Visiting a loved one or family member is an important way for them to stay connected and for you to…
How Respite Living can Help Seniors Discover if Living in a Retirement Home is Right for Them
November 17, 2021
Making the move to a retirement home can be a big one. The decision to leave your current home behind…
How Seniors Housing can Provide Safety as You Age
October 18, 2021
Life presents more and more risks as you age. Simple things like walking up the stairs of your home, driving…
How do I know which type of Seniors Housing is right for me?
September 22, 2021
There are a lot of choices available when it comes to seniors housing options in BC and Alberta. However, when…
How living in a VRS Seniors Community can Simplify your Retirement
September 13, 2021
When looking forward to retirement, many people see themselves aging at home in the comfort of the status quo. Yet,…
Finding home – my experience joining a Kelowna Seniors Community
September 2, 2021
By Anita Courtney, resident at Orchard Gardens Seniors Community in Kelowna My name is Anita Courtney and I have lived…
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…
A New Model for Seniors Housing in BC and Alberta
July 20, 2021
When I was twenty-one years old, I broke my neck in a diving accident and have been confined to a…
5 Signs You’re Ready to Look for a Retirement Community
July 13, 2021
By Andrew Trinder, Director of Operations, VRS Communities Seniors Living Unlike days of olde, retirement communities are no longer institutional…
Why didn’t I make this move 5 years ago?
July 5, 2021
In my previous life, now feeling like a lifetime ago, I used to operate high end hotels, clubs and resorts.…
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…
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