Lakeside Gardens Seniors Community
July 21, 2022
Now that summer is officially here, your senior loved one may be excited to head outside and soak up the sun and warm weather here at Lakeside Gardens. Whether you’re…
July 19, 2022
When it comes to deciding if retirement living is the right step for you, it is important to determine whether independent living or assisted living in Nanaimo is better for…
June 21, 2022
After spending years living with your family or on your own, you might be looking into an independent or assisted living community in Nanaimo. You are probably trying to imagine…
June 17, 2022
Balance and strength are important to maintain throughout your life as they help with a wide range of activities, from performing your daily routine to playing a sport or doing…
May 24, 2022
If you or your senior loved one have been looking into various senior living options, you may have some questions about the differences between independent or assisted living for seniors.…
May 19, 2022
Have you been trying to decide if living at a seniors retirement in Nanaimo is the best decision for you or your senior loved one? Knowing the right questions to…
April 13, 2022
Moving into a retirement community has many benefits for you or your senior loved one. Recreational activities organized by the experienced and passionate team at Lakeside Gardens plays an important…
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 independent living seniors community such as Lakeside Gardens over an…
March 30, 2022
When living at a seniors retirement community, you can always expect Lakeside Gardens recreational coordinators to plan out some activities you can participate in every day of the month. These…
March 29, 2022
Are you looking for assisted living for yourself or for a senior loved one in Nanaimo? Although Lakeside Gardens is an independent senior living community, there are many benefits to…
February 28, 2022
Winters can be tough on all of us, especially for those who may not have a lot going on. Maybe you want to connect with others on a deeper level…
February 25, 2022
Are you trying to figure out if independent living is right for you? Maybe you’re deciding if assisted living is actually better for you? Some seniors fully embrace independent living…
January 24, 2022
Are you thinking of moving to a seniors housing community in Nanaimo? Maybe you’re still trying to figure out if it’s a good option for you or senior loved one.…
January 20, 2022
We know it may be difficult to transition from living at home to moving to your retirement suite in Nanaimo. Perhaps you were used to being surrounded by family and…
December 24, 2021
Season’s greetings from your VRS Seniors Communities: Ross Place in Victoria Lakeside Gardens in Nanaimo Sunnyside Manor in South Surrey Pacific Carlton in South Surrey Garneau Hall in Edmonton Orchard…
December 21, 2021
The Holidays are the perfect time of year to spend time with family and friends. And spending time with our senior loved ones? It’s essential during the holidays if we…
December 16, 2021
Beginning the search for the right Seniors Community in Nanaimo can be overwhelming. Each Community will offer you a different lifestyle, different hospitality services, and different amenities – it can…
December 3, 2021
By Andrew Trinder, Director of Operations, VRS Communities Seniors Living I have spent more than a decade working in seniors communities across BC and Alberta. In this time, I have…
November 23, 2021
Visiting a loved one or family member is an important way for them to stay connected and for you to show how much you care. Spending time with them will…
November 16, 2021
Making the move to a retirement home can be a big one. The decision to leave your current home behind is big, no matter what age you are! If your…
October 28, 2021
Mental health is important, no matter what age you are; however, older adults may experience mental health problems as a result of life stressors that are unique to later life…
October 18, 2021
Life presents more and more risks as you age. Simple things like walking up the stairs of your home, driving or walking to get groceries, or getting out of bed…
September 22, 2021
There are a lot of choices available when it comes to seniors housing options in Nanaimo. However, when narrowed down there are three main categories of seniors housing: independent living,…
September 13, 2021
When looking forward to retirement, many people see themselves aging at home in the comfort of the status quo. Yet, from a financial and health perspective, aging at home may…
August 26, 2021
By Andrew Trinder, Director of Operations, VRS Communities Seniors Living If we turn back the clock to October 2019, we at VRS Communities reached a new phase in our operations.…
August 24, 2021
Retirement Homes are great places to experience healthy aging, friendship, and relaxation. Here are our 5 biggest tips on choosing the right Seniors Community for you and your loved one.…
July 28, 2021
Staying healthy isn’t all physical. It’s also about your social and emotional wellbeing. In fact, being socially active and engaged in a community tends to help keep people happy, active,…
July 26, 2021
Also called supportive living in Alberta, assisted living offers housing, hospitality services, and personal assistance to seniors who can live independently, but need a little help with daily tasks. Assisted…
July 20, 2021
When I was twenty-one years old, I broke my neck in a diving accident and have been confined to a wheelchair ever since. Three years after my accident I was…
July 13, 2021
Unlike days of olde, retirement communities are no longer institutional settings, but instead provide a level of service more akin to a hotel experience. Looking to leaders in the hospitality…
July 5, 2021
In my previous life, now feeling like a lifetime ago, I used to operate high end hotels, clubs and resorts. I was happy, I thoroughly enjoyed my chosen career which…
June 28, 2021
With more and more Canadians living past the age of 80, the number of senior housing options has grown. It can be confusing and overwhelming for families navigating the vast…
June 24, 2021
With prices for senior living communities ranging from $1,500 to $6,000 a month, it’s important to make an educated choice when picking a potential home for you or a loved…
June 2, 2021
In my previous life, now feeling like a lifetime ago, I used to operate high-end hotels, clubs, and resorts. I was happy, I thoroughly enjoyed my chosen career which started…