Comox Valley Seniors Village and Casa Loma

4640 Headquarters Rd.
Courtenay, BC, V9N 7J3

Tour Information & Reservations :
(250)-331-4104

Administration:
(250)-331-1183

Fax:
(250)-331-4100

This Campus of Care, located in the beautiful Comox Valley is located near downtown Courtenay as well as other shopping centres and services. Comox Valley Seniors Village, opening in spring of 2009 is a complete Campus of Care with Independent/Assisted Living and Residential Care facilities. Casa Loma, well known to long time residents of the area, sits on an adjoining property and has 125 Independent/Assisted Living Suites. The Campus of Care model allows residents to ‘age in place’, and this is an ideal situation for couples who are able to remain in the same facility as their care needs change.

Independent/Assisted Living Suites

These are for residents who wish to maintain their independence, knowing assistance is available when they need it. Independent/Assisted Living residents need to be Self Directing, and they also need to be mobile (they may use a walker and/or wheelchair as long as they are able to transfer). This is ideal for couples as well as singles.

• Independent/Assisted Living suites are studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom suites
• All suites are well appointed and pleasingly decorated
• Furnishings include: kitchenette with bar fridge, fixtures and curtains
• Bathrooms are large and are configured for easy access with higher toilets, walk in showers and plenty of grab bars
• One-step emergency call bells in every suite: living area and bathroom
• Some suites with mountain views
• Some suites with balconies

Independent/Assisted Living Amenities

• A warm, elegant central dining room with two meals included every day
• Bistro gathering area, where residents and guests can enjoy a beverage and snack with family or friends
• Lounges and outdoor areas offer gathering places or a quiet retreat
• Library and internet lounge
• Country kitchen to bake a batch of cookies, or fry an egg
• Bus trips and outings allow residents to access their favourite shops as well as travel to unique locations and attractions
• The General Store is open for business, supplying fresh milk, bread, cereal and a variety of other items

Independent/Assisted Living Entertainment and Activities

We provide the entertainment and activities. You decide what you wish to do. You are welcome to participate in as much as you want, or to take quiet time for yourself. It is your decision.

• Musical entertainment
• Movies
• Fitness Classes and Tai Chi
• Billiards and pool
• Gardening
• Volunteer opportunities
• Bus Trips
• Computer Education
• Wii
• Board and Card Games
• Discussion Groups and Trivia
• Bingo
• Celebrations
• Church Services
• Crafts

Residential Care (Skilled Nursing Care)

Residents are cared for by a highly trained, professional and caring staff, in a safe and secure environment.

To ensure intimate, home-like surroundings, each mini-community has 15 rooms and its own dining area. Rooms are tastefully decorated in soft colours with comfortable furnishings. Residents are encouraged to bring familiar belongings and decorations to create an atmosphere that is familiar to them and to their families.

Residential Care Amenities

• Beautifully appointed, furnished private rooms, each with 2 piece ensuite
• Dietician-planned meals (three meals daily plus snacks)
• Specialized bathing facilities in each mini-community
• Lounges and outdoor areas
• In-community hair dresser

Residential Care Entertainment and Recreation

Our trained Recreation Staff is dedicated to making time spent at Comox Valley Seniors Village quality time. We want our residents to be able to fill their days with worthwhile activities and entertainment, to the best of their ability. We encourage the participation of family and friends. We also respect our residents’ rights to dignity always, and privacy when they wish it.

We take every opportunity to celebrate special occasions: - birthdays, holidays, special days, the seasons, local events and anything else that might be happening.

A few of our activities include:

• Music and music therapy
• Games – bowling, bingo cards, board games, Wii
• Crafts
• Baking
• Exercise groups
• Walking groups
• Special occasion celebrations

For information, reservations, tours etc, please contact Sue Bennett at (250)-897-4033 or lhryko@retirementconcepts.com

Michael Aikins
General Manager

Michael comes from Toronto where he has been working in Long Term Care for the last 13 years. He opened a large 224 bed nursing home and successfully managed that for 5 years until he was appointed Director of Operations.

He then made the big decision to move out west to the majestic beauty of Vancouver island to join family members out here. Michael holds a Bachelor of Applied Science degree with a major in Gerontology from the University of Guelph.

He has a special interest in Dementia, and was a board member with the Alzheimer Society for 7 years, a support group facilitator and is PIECES trained.

Leah Hryko
Marketing Coordinator

Leah has lived in the Comox Valley for many years and chose to move back with her family in 1994 to make this beautiful place home. Since then she has been actively involved in the community in diverse facets from the fun coaching youth soccer, the safety of emergency planning in neighbourhoods to the Comox Valley Exhibition Fall fair (CVEX) and BC Association of Agricultural Fairs.

With over 24 years of expertise in the business marketing and IT industries Leah seamlessly combines this business experience with her love of assisting others. Leah has a natural compassion for others and truly enjoys aiding seniors transition into their new independent and residential care from the decision making process to the relocation into their beautiful new residence.

Mona Boyle
Administrative Coordinator

Over the years Mona and her family have lived in Ontario and Alberta, settling in BC in 2002. Four years ago they were fortunate to have the opportunity to move to the beautiful Comox Valley.

She joined Retirement Concepts in early 2009 and has worked at both Casa Loma and Comox Valley Seniors Village. Mona brings with her over 20 years of administrative, payroll and human resources experience.

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