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Now is the time to explore your senior living options—here’s why

When Linda began exploring retirement residences in York Region with her mother, they both felt immediately drawn to Chartwell Hollandview Trail. “My mom had expressed interest in being ready to move from independent living downtown to a retirement residence setting. We did our due diligence and toured several homes in the Aurora and Newmarket area, however we kept coming back to Chartwell Hollandview. There was this welcoming feeling the minute we walked through the doors.”

As society gradually shifts back to pre-pandemic norms, older adults who have delayed a decision to downsize or seek a living arrangement that provides more freedom from the responsibilities of home ownership have begun to consider their options again.

There is no denying that for many, the prospect of less time and energy spent on home and property maintenance and more opportunities to socialize, pursue interests, travel, or try something new have endured, if not increased because of the past two years.

A key benefit of life in a retirement residence is having consistent access to staff who are devoted to helping seniors live worry-free, as well as optional care support. “The warmth of the staff, the comfortable setting and the programs were very exciting!” Linda continues. “The care and attention for my mom has been outstanding.”

Fellow adult child Mark agrees that one of the most crucial factors in choosing a retirement residence is the staff: “While the amenities and overall condition of the residence are important, nothing is more important than knowing staff cares and always have the best interests of the residents as their top priority. This retirement checks all the boxes.”

Located in Aurora’s sought-after Bayview-wellington neighbourhood, Chartwell Hollandview Trail is an established, stylish retirement residence on John West Way boasting beautiful gardens and views of the arboretum. Nearby are walkable amenities like grocery stores, banks, pharmacies, restaurants, retail shopping, the cinema, and several lush parks.

The retirement community offers both independent living and assisted living lifestyles, with services personalized to the individual. This empowers seniors to comfortably age in place without the need for multiple moves due to the ability to add care services as needs evolve over time.

In addition to services like delicious and wholesome meals, weekly housekeeping and linen service, and optional care, seniors have access to recreational experiences and on-site amenities like a heated saltwater pool, fitness centre and stretch room, and gardens featuring raised flower beds.

“Moving in after a pandemic, my brothers and I wanted to make sure my mom was in a safe and healthy space. Chartwell has been fabulous on all levels. Now my mom attends regular exercise classes every day, has met new friends, attends regular entertainment events, and even bingo!” Linda concludes. “She has gone from living on her own for 27 years to being in a place that she can meet new people, continue to be stimulated and try new things. It has been an amazing decision and I see that my mom is happy, comfortable, and enjoying her time at Chartwell. That’s all we could’ve ever asked for.”

It has been an amazing decision and I see that my mom is happy, comfortable, and enjoying her time at Chartwell. That’s all we could’ve ever asked for.

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2023-03-23T07:00:00.0000000Z

2023-03-23T07:00:00.0000000Z

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