Living independently with some assistance
TILLSONBURG -- I’ve done a little research on retirement homes in Oxford County which provide independent living for our gaining population.
As we know – I have earned the designation Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES), as long as someone continues to be active and is able to live on their own, that is exactly what they want to do and should do.
However, limited assistance is also important for someone who continues to have full abilities in the area of ‘activities of daily living’, but may enjoy the opportunity to socialize more with people of a similar age and interests. In other words, it’s searching for a transition from not necessarily living in a detached home on your own, but maybe having the opportunity to move into a retirement home which offers complete independent living.
In a future writing I will talk about Woodstock’s Oxford Gardens as they are going through a massive renovation to add more than 80 more rooms.
In the south end of the county in Tillsonburg though is the brand new Harvest Retirement Community, owned and operated by Nautical Lands Group. Found on West Town Line Road, this residence is best described as an apartment building and villas in a complex dedicated to seniors.
It’s smartly located near Tillsonburg Fairways golf course and lots of shopping. Anyone who lives in this region also agrees that it is important to live near Highway 3 for short trips southwestward to St Thomas or east to Simcoe.
Nautical has similar retirement destinations in Paris (Queensview), Alliston, Perth (Ottawa area - not Perth County) and Arnprior.
Harvest in Tillsonburg opened its doors in December of 2011. There are about 70 units.
Their 'seniorszen' promotional website notes:
“Nestled in the prosperous community of Tillsonburg, the Harvest Retirement Residence offers a wide variety of apartments and amenities to suit your personal preferences and needs. Spacious one and two-bedroom apartments - all with balconies - there is something for every taste and budget. . .
Live independently in your chore-free home, and you’ll have time to enjoy the people and activities that are most important to you. Then, sleep peacefully knowing that you’ve secured your future with convenient access to supportive services and health care if, or when, you need them.
The physical location of all Nautical Lands Group Retirement Suites are carefully chosen and thought out by our professional design staff to create a unique and serene lifestyle in a natural surrounding. Our individual suites are some of the largest found in the market today. They are oversized to allow for the easy placing of your treasured belongings. From integral design features like oversized suites with balconies and scenic views, to thoughtful details like pet- and family-friendly settings and winter car valet service, your complete comfort and convenience are always our highest priorities.”
Meals are part of the service. Many additional services are offered to residents: assistance with transportation, social outings, medication management, exercise classes, physiotherapy, minimal health monitoring, and housekeeping and laundry assistance.
“We have physio here every day – whether it’s zumba, pilates, or yoga. We do a variety of different programs,” says Krista Watts of NLG in a recent Tillsonburg News story. “It’s included in our package here at Harvest . . . All of our exercise is done by a physiotherapist, so you know it’s safe and it’s done properly.”
While the complex includes a larger apartment residence there are also villas. Some units have two bedrooms, while all have a kitchenette.
The overall facility is staffed 24 hours a day. Monthly rates – I understand – begin around $1,500.
While I have not personally visited Harvest, I did read the many testimonials online.
For more details you can:
1. Call: 1-888-484-5282.
2. Visit www.nauticallandsgroup.com
3. Study the general residential retirement site: http://www.seniorszen.com/care/independent-living/ontario/tillsonburg
By the way, this is not a paid advertisement.
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