How Optima Living is
Prioritizing Senior Safety
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As we age, maintaining safety
becomes increasingly important.
Clinical research shows that seniors
face a higher risk of falls,
medication mismanagement, and
cognitive-related hazards. Senior
safety is a dynamic and
multi-faceted issue that requires
both proactive and responsive
measures. At Optima Living, we
prioritize safety for our residents
and empower seniors to thrive with
independence and dignity.
Visit our library to learn more about
how we prioritize safety for our
seniors.
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Smart Safety Tips for
Seniors
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With age, safety becomes a priority
that can’t be overlooked. In the
latest episode of Optima Living TV,
Smart Safety Tips for Seniors, we
share practical ways to help you or
your loved ones stay safe, well, and
thriving every day.
Don't miss out, watch the episode
today! Subscribe to our
YouTube channel
for more and to stay updated on
future episodes.
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Thank you for attending our
Open House events!
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A heartfelt thank you to all who
attended our Open House events! We
loved connecting with you and
sharing what makes life at our
communities so special. If you
missed it, you can experience our
vibrant communities at your
convenience by booking a tour!
Visit our
Community Finder
to locate an Optima Living community
near you.
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Our residents recently
enjoyed getting portraits
with a twist! We had a
fantastic time hosting
caricaturist Laurel
Hawkswell at Aster
Gardens.
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We spent a lovely afternoon
working with our hands
during pottery classes and
horticulture
therapy.
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We recently hosted the
Nippon Fair, a vibrant
celebration of Japanese
culture featuring talented
artists, unique vendors, and
exquisite cuisine.
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Wisteria Place held a
lively St. Patrick's Day
celebration filled with the
spirit of Irish culture.
Residents enjoyed a joyful
afternoon of music,
laughter, and
connection.
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Our residents spent a
wonderful afternoon at the
Vancouver Art Gallery. We
loved walking through the
exhibits and seeing all of
the beautiful works of
art!
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The Edward recently celebrated our
Fabulous Flames Fans Group with a
special visit from NHL legend Tim
Hunter. Together with David Czaja,
Section23, and our resident fans, we
proudly donated $4,000 to the
Calgary Jr. Flames to support the
next generation of hockey
players.
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We recently hosted an art
gallery at The Edward. It
was a wonderful opportunity
to appreciate stunning
artworks while listening to
beautiful harp
music.
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Cribbage is one of our favourite
activities! Join us at Cottonwood
Village every Monday at 7:00 PM for
Community Cribbage
Night.
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Our residents got into the
St. Patrick’s Day spirit
last month with some
charming and creative
crafts! From shamrocks to
leprechaun hats to pots of
gold, it was a wonderful way
to celebrate the
holiday.
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Happy Easter! We had a
sweet time making these
adorable Easter nests topped
with Cadbury mini
eggs.
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We had a great workout at a Cardio
drumming class with Bryan and
Jen!
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We had an insightful
presentation on identity
theft with Lloyd Kenney, who
shared valuable tips on
protecting personal
information and avoiding
scams. Thank you for the
reminders on staying safe in
the digital
age!
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Looking back on a
shamrockin’ St. Patrick’s
Day! We kicked off the
festivities with an
incredible performance by
the Wild Rose Fiddlers
Association followed by a
performance from the
Mattierin Irish Dance
School. We ended the night
on a delicious note with a
scrumptious Irish buffet
prepared by our amazing
kitchen team!
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Our residents built and
painted some birdhouses that
we have up for sale!
Designed with a side that
flips open, they're easy to
clean and maintain. We hope
these birdhouses find a good
home.
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We spent our April Fools
enjoying a fun social event
and told some cheesy jokes!
We also had the opportunity
to get caricature art done
by the amazing Dean
Foster.
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Deer Park Village ventured
out to
The Cow Patti Theatre
Company
for a wonderful brunch and a
hilarious live theatre
performance of
The Perfect Wedding! We had an amazing day and
can’t wait to go back
again.
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Our Italian buffet was a
culinary masterpiece!
Chef Bhushan and his
talented team truly outdid
themselves. From freshly
made pasta to decadent
cannolis, every bite was
delicious.
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We have suites available across
our various communities, and we'd love
to show you around. To get a feel for
what living in our communities is like
and to meet some of our residents and
team members, you can book a private
tour. Click the link below to schedule
your visit. We hope to see you soon!
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“Age is not a barrier to success; it’s
a ladder to wisdom.”
– Unknown
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