THE BRANDON SUN • WESTMAN BUSINESS • OCTOBER 26, 2024
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Retirement reimagined with new suites and amenities at Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens
munity is really great.” The new units were de- veloped in response to the demand for addition- al living spaces at Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens, where the wait list is cur- rently 12 to 18 months. They’ll also provide more of the “independence” of independent living, with full kitchens, in-suite laundry and balconies. The full kitchens are a step up from the kitch- enettes in the existing suites, for those who still want to prepare a home- cooked meal — though, supper is included and there is the option of joining your friends for all your meals in the din- ing room.
BY TRINA REHBERG BOYKO T here’s a new indepen- dent living option on the block — 47 of them, in fact. These 47 independent liv- ing units, along with a host of new amenities, will soon join the established retire- ment community of Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens. This community offers a lifestyle where companionship, comfort and service blend seamlessly, with the com- ing addition set to provide more oppor- tunities to enjoy the retirement years. A fitness centre, games room, coffee room and family room are being con- structed in the new building, which all residents can access—as well as the ex- isting full-service bar, billiards lounge, workshop room for crafts and hobbies, library, solarium and fireside common room. “I think the best thing people ben- efit from when they move in is living in a community of their peers,” said Jody Kehler, executive director of Rota- ry Villas at Crocus Gardens. “You have people looking out for you. We have residents who will come to the din- ing room and sit at the same table or sit with the same friends. If you miss a meal, or you’re late for meal time, you’ve got three people telling us we need to call them. The sense of com-
And, while residents can choose to use the centrally located laun- dry facilities or receive laundry service, the new units will allow them to manage their laundry in their own space. Week- ly housekeeping, which includes towel and linen service, is in- cluded for all residents. “We find that people are ready to come to Rotary Villas when they’re looking for a little more support at home, like with cleaning or meals,” Kehler said, adding that residents still must be able to live independently and make their own health care decisions. It’s ideal for those who might have mobili-
Rotary Villas leasing coordinator Tanis Low recently spent a day hosting an open house at a show suite for the Crocus Gardens building just off Queen’s Avenue. (Matt Goerzen/The Brandon Sun)
features measures such as non-slip flooring, handrails, and wheelchair accessibility for residents’ safety and comfort. The primary services residents need are also onsite, from a wellness clinic and pharmacy to a beauty salon. What residents can’t access onsite, they can use the complimentary shuttle service to get to. “It’s stress-free living,” said Tanis Low, leasing co-ordinator for Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens. The new suites, with layouts dubbed the Orchid, Carnation and Poppy, are expected to be available in early 2025. For those wanting an early glimpse at what these suites will look like, an Or- chid show suite will be ready for view- ing by the end of October 2024. They’ll range in price from $3,750 to $4,000 per month, with an additional $400 for double occupancy. Leases are month to month, so you’re never tied in if you feel it’s not a fit for you. Still, Low says the majority of people who move to Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens stay for the long term.
“It’s very rare that people come and go,” she says. From the amenities and the suites, to the lifestyle and lifelong friendships developed at Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens, it’s an all-inclusive place to make the most of your retirement. If you’re ready to make the move to Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens, it’s best to get on the waitlist as soon as possible. You can do so by contacting Low for an application at 204-725-1340, or by picking one up at 1340 10th Street in Brandon, Man. More details on the community can be found at rotaryvillas.ca. A search for Rotary Villas at Crocus Gardens on social media will also give a more in- depth picture of what life is like for res- idents, with regular events such as fall crafts, gift card bingo, painting class with wine and cheese, and ice cream Fridays, making every day a new and exciting adventure. “We have a very vibrant community,” Low says. “People love it here.” » The Brandon Sun
ty challenges or changing needs, as they can have peace of mind knowing some- one is always available to help. Each resident re- ceives daily safety checks and has an emergency pull cord in their suite, while the building itself is staffed 24 hours a day and
The bedroom of a newly completed show suite. (Matt Goerzen/The Brandon Sun)
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