THE COMFORT LIFE REPORT:Four Elms Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Lifestyle options:
Independent Living, Assisted Living
Guest stays available, Respite care available, Private home-care allowed
Cost (from):
$4,272
Suites:
161 suites (Alcove, Studio, 1-bed, 1-bed + den, 2-bed)
Capacity:
161 residents
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Our Perspective
How we see Four Elms Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Four Elms is exceptional for taking Verve Senior Living's model of quality senior living, and combining that with a continuous care model. This model welcomes independent seniors but also includes memory and dementia care. You can move in here and know that you will never need to go through the stress of moving again, and couples with varying needs (including those where one partner has dementia) can remain together in one place.
If you're looking for a combination of luxury, elegance and exceptional breadth of care, Four Elms should be on your short list of Thornhill area retirement homes. Nestled in a peaceful neighbourhood near Steeles and Dufferin, this residence creates an environment where the health and wellness needs of seniors are a renewed commitment every day.
As with many communities run by Verve Senior Living, staff is renowned and acclaimed for friendliness, helpfulness and approachability. This retirement residence is also peopled by volunteers who add to the helpful, caring environment here. Staff may be varied in their focus but all are very skilled. Care is a deep part of everything that happens at Four Elms, from the fine dining on offer every day, to the individual attention and close conversation you might find in the salon and spa, to the personalized care plan given each resident.
Community’s Perspective
How Four Elms Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living sees itself
Who are you as a community?
Surrounded by a peaceful neighbourhood in Thornhill, you'll enjoy luxurious elegant surroundings, Chef inspired dining options and excellent views of the city from the balcony of your spacious suite. You can choose to participate in an extensive array of lifestyle activities and exercise programs and our experienced staff will meet with you to create a personalized plan to ensure your health and wellness needs are met. Four Elms Retirement Residence - the ideal place for Inspired Senior Living!
- Opened in: 2010
- Ownership: Private. A member of Verve Senior Living
- Languages Spoken: Chinese-Cantonese, Chinese-Mandarin, English, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Lebanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
We have amazing activities to keep all our residents actively engaged along with special outings to the beach, casinos, bowling, golfing and more. We celebrate all special holidays. Resident monthly suggestions and feedback are welcomed and implemented when creating monthly calendars. Food is an important part of the experience, therefore we support food committees run by our residents.
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
New residents are supported for the first few weeks with a Four Elms Ambassador and all staff helping them with direction to programs and meals until we see they are comfortable on their own. We also have a detailed onboarding program in which all department managers personally visit and introduce ourselves to all new seniors moving in.
What might residents find surprising about your community?
Our amazing Legends Café that is the place to be! A wonderful space that offers wonderful snacks, fruit, coffee, and more 24/7. You will find after lunch it is where many gather for great conversation.
What five facts about your community should people know?
1. We are walking distance to all shops, such as Winners, Dollarama, Shoppers and Canadian Superstore.
2. Restaurants within walking distance, along with Parks and Dufferin Clarke Community Senior Centre.
3. We have an amazing courtyard that is used for entertainment, BBQ and just plain relaxing in the summer. It's been known to have an ice cream truck or 2 stop by.
4. Legends Cafe is a hopping social venue
5. Movie talks and matinees are each week run by residents for the residents.
Events
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Thursday, May 02, 2024: Join us for our Open House event
From 3 pm to 7 pm - Four Elms Retirement Residence, 1500 Steeles Ave West, Thornhill, Ontario
Premium Assisted Living - Now Open Join us for our open house event on May 2nd, and discover the redefined lifestyle at Four Elms, from premium suite designs to all-new amenities that create beautiful spaces designed to support ever-evolving needs. This is your chance to explore our new Premium Assisted Living ... learn more
Insider Perspectives
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Reviews of Four Elms Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
What residents and their loved ones say about Four Elms Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living in reviews.
Arlene Richman, family member
"My Mom, Shirley Richman was a resident of Four Elms, Thornhill. She was always treated with dignity and respect snd she referred to her caregivers as sweetheart. She enjoyed all her meals as if she was dining in a fine restaurant. Luis , the GM and the rest of the staff were always available when needed."Helen Zak, resident
"We have had and are still having the most amazing experience with Four Elms. Louis and the staff are kind, helpful and competent always willing to listen. The dining room is a well run restaurant with delicious meals and efficient staff. Daniella and the nursing staff are so efficient, knowledgeable, friendly, also kind and available to help 24/7. It is a happy warm loving environment. Highly recommended."Eliza Allen, resident
"Five years ago, my husband and I started searching for a Retirement Residence with a "community" feel. A discouraging year later, we went to the Four Elms and saw the large guest parking area, the pretty courtyard where people were sitting enjoying the sun and conversation, the well-attended Activity Room, the Bistro, the Gym and Theatre, the Games room where people were playing cards, scrabble, and billiards, the library with complimentary internet, the Legends Cafe which is open 24 hours a day..."Lifestyle
Lifestyle options
Independent Living (definition)
Cost from $4,272
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy (Extra fee)
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Medication administration (Extra fee)
Assistance with
- Bathing (Extra fee)
Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $6,110
-Three exceptional, chef-inspired meals daily -Access to first-class services and amenities -Specialized and purpose-built life enrichment and fitness programs -Transportation for planned excursions -Personalized wellness programs and clinic -Access to support services as required -Resident wellness checks (ie. unexplained absence at meals and nighttime wellness check) -Weekly personal laundry service -Daily housekeeping services (garbage removal, bed making, and light bathroom tidy) -Weekly housekeeping services including laundering of bed linens and towels -Emergency response system including pendant -Professional on-site management -24-hour security monitoring service Available if required: -Medication administration -Assistance with personal care needs (ie. dressing, personal hygiene, ambulation and continence care) -Assistance with bathing and showering -Ordering of personal hygiene supplies -Health counselling, referrals, and liaison with medical practitioners
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Diabetes
- Dialysis
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Incontinence care
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (2x/week)
- Dressing
- Transfers
Suites
- Type: Alcove
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,765
- Size: 547sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$875
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,272
- Size: 449sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$875
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $5,141
- Size: 571sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$875
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed + den
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $5,751
- Size: 738sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$875
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: 2-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $6,837
- Size: 880sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$875
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $6,110
- Size: 449sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $7,197
- Size: 571sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
Dining
"Chef prepared, world inspired. We believe food is more than sustenance. Good food should be enjoyed with friends, made with fresh local ingredients, prepared from scratch by an experienced culinary team, and served by our friendly and courteous dining staff who know your personal tastes."
Meal service : Bar, Bistro: (daytime), Buffet, Pub, Room Service (extra fee), Table service, Tray service in suite (extra fee)
Seating type : Open seating, Two Seatings
Special diets : Celiac Diet, Diabetic, Ethnic, Gluten Free, Kosher style, Lactose free, Low sodium, Vegetarian
Amenities & Services
Residence Amenities & Services
Arts and crafts
Billiards
Community Garden
Computers
Emergency call system (pendent)
Emergency call system (pull-cord in room)
Fitness Studio
Games Room
Gift Shop
Hairdresser
Hobby kitchen
Internet
Laundry machines
Library
Mail box
Mail to concierge
Movie theatre
Newspapers delivered to concierge
On-site General Store
Onsite foot care
Parking (indoor)
Parking (outdoor)
Party room
Patio/Courtyard/BBQ
Pet friendly
Private bus for outings, regular trips
Private dining room for family/friends
Recreation facilities onsite
Religious Services & Holiday Celebrations
Spa/Beauty Salon
Walking Path
Wellness Center
Wheelchair (electric)
Wheelchair (scooter)
Wheelchair Accessible
Programs & Activities
Arts and Crafts
Assisted Walks/Trails
Bible Classes
Billiards/Pool Tables
Bingo
Brain Fitness
Card Games
Day Trips
Entertainment
Excursions
Exercise Program
Gardening
Movie Nights
Parties
Religious & Holiday Services
Theatre
Weekly Shopping Trips & Excursions
Staff & Care
General Manager's Message
Luis Oliveira
Luis has over 20 years progressive experience in Food Services, Building Services, Healthcare, and Hospitality, with an uncompromising emphasis on guest service, people management and talent development. His focus on customer service excellence and collaboration can be felt through the caring and friendly staff at Four Elms Residences as well as the array of social activities and services offered to its residents. Luis is passionate about senior living and ensuring a safe, active community.
Staff
| Medical and other support staff | |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | |
| Registered Practical Nurses | 24 hrs/day |
| Personal Support Workers | 24 hrs/day |
| Guest Attendant | |
| Doctor | visiting 2x/week |
| Geriatric Pharmacist | on call |
| Foot care specialist | visiting 1x/week |
| Dentist | on call |
| Physiotherapist | on call |
Number of care staff:
- Daytime: 7
- Weekends: 5
- Nights: 5
Care services
Care options available:
- Guest stays available (cost from $125)
- Respite care available (cost from $150)
- Private home-care allowed
Health Services:
- Catheter care(with government assisted)
- Cognitively impaired residents(with special assistance)
- Ostomy care(with government assisted)
- Oxygen assistance(with special assistance)
- Physically challenged residents(with special assistance)
- Vitals monitoring(with special assistance)
Move-in requirements
Chest x-ray is used instead of TB testing. Not provided for anyone over 65.
• Chest x-ray
• Medical form completed by family doctor
• Personal Interview
• TB test required
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Neighbourhood
Neighbourhood
Everything you could possibly need is within your reach in the suburban town of Thornhill. For those who enjoy fresh air and taking walks outdoors, there are beautiful, lush parks and green spaces all within a 5 minute walk to Four Elms. Thornhill’s combination of entertainment, shopping, dining and leisure activities makes this charming town a perfect location to call home.
Four Elms Retirement Residence is located at 1500 Steeles Avenue West, Thornhill, Ontario, L4J 4H6.
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