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THE COMFORT LIFE REPORT:Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living 

867 KLO Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 9G5
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Lifestyle options:
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Dementia & Memory Care, Long-term Care
Private home-care allowed, Palliative care available
Cost (from):
$3,065 (retirement), $8,400 (long-term care)
Suites:
161 suites (Studio, 1-bed, 1-bed + den, 2-bed)

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Our Perspective

How we see Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living

It's easy to make a great new life for yourself at Hawthorn Park. You'll often hear laughter coming from throughout the building. People happily share their lives with each other here and through activities like bingo, strolls with the walking group, or dancing during Happy Hour. The community environment facilitates the formation of new, caring relationships and a renewed love of life.

Hawthorn Park is at the top of the list of retirement homes in Kelowna proper. A number of things about this community make it outstanding: the personalization of each suite, fantastic features inside and out, and its care for dementia sufferers. The suites here are some of the most reasonably priced we have seen for a community of this quality.

When the time comes and you know you have to move, Hawthorn Park allows you to create a new life for yourself, to start over from where you are. You'll find great new friendships with people your own age. There's always just enough to do, no matter who you are or what you like: card games on the patio, yoga classes, or just a chat over coffee. The community is especially nicely decorated throughout -- just one more aspect that facilitates happiness of residents.

One of the nicest things about this community is the amount of flexibility that residents have. This begins with the way residents are able to personalize suites with whatever they want to bring with them from home. Residents also love that they can plant their own choice of flowers in their balcony gardens. At meals you always have a choice between at least two entrees.

Community’s Perspective

How Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living sees itself

Who are you as a community?

Hawthorne Park is the ideal place for inspired senior living for over 30 years. Our dedicated team of professionals is on hand 24/7 to inspire your day with enriched activities & programs. Amenities include saltwater swimming pool, on-site movie theatre, spa, woodworking shop & art centre. We offer lifestyle options & customizable services so you can age gracefully in place as your needs change, in the comfort & privacy of our own suite. Your safety & comfort are our number one priority.

  • Opened in: 1990
  • Ownership: Private. A member of Verve Senior Living
  • Languages Spoken: English

What do you do differently or uniquely well?

Hawthorn Park has a passion for excellence! We honour and celebrate our seniors, their hopes and dreams, at every opportunity in the unwavering belief that elderhood is a special time and our calling is to nurture and support residents with dedicated focus.

What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?

Residents are introduced to each department manager to explain their role in the community. We assign a resident ambassador to help welcome and orientate them to their new surroundings. The first few days are a time of adjustment, getting to know their new home. To help with this adjustment period we offer complimentary meal escorts. A new resident welcome tea is also planned to introduce them to their peers currently residing in our home.

How are residents supported if their needs change?

Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living has not responded to this question yet.

Under what conditions would you advise someone against choosing your community?

Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living has not responded to this question yet.

What might residents find surprising about your community?

Many of our staff have worked at Hawthorn Park for as many as 30 years! Verve is dedicated to teamwork built on trust and mutual empowerment within each one of our retirement residences. We value the input of our residents as part of an environment of mutuality across our organization between our team and those we support. Together, we are better.

How will your community change in the next five years?

Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living has not responded to this question yet.

What five facts about your community should people know?

1. We are pet friendly!
2. Close to fabulous shops, restaurants, and walking distance to beautiful Okanagan Lake!
3. Continuum of care, aging in place
4. Newly renovated main floor and suites
5. Heated Indoor saltwater pool and hot tub

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Reviews of Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living

What residents and their loved ones say about Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living in reviews.

Gordon Spelay, resident

"Excellent care. The people are wonderful."

Juliet Balfour, family member

"Hawthorn has a positive and friendly vibe. The staff are always open and helpful; they are responsive to requests and take the initiative to convey any concerns they may have about our loved one. The atmosphere created by staff at Hawthorn is reflected in their residents - people are friendly and seem to mingle well. The activities arranged by staff are creative - there always seems to be a few things Dad joins in on. It’s a great place."

Sharon North, family member

"My Mom recently moved in to Hawthorn Park and has not looked back since! The entire staff have gone above and beyond to ensure that she is settling in and feels welcome. The food is delicious, activities and outings are plenty, and the residents are friendly and open to meeting new friends. My Mom is blossoming and enjoying her days surrounded by people, socializing and in a safe and secure environment, and free of the worries of home ownership and all that comes with it. Much gratitude to Alyss..."

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Lifestyle

Lifestyle options

Independent Living (definition)
Cost from $3,065

A wide variety of exceptional, chef-inspired meal plans are available, including continental breakfast.

Includes

  • Designated dining area
  • Meals (Extra fee)
  • Meals credits (7x/week)
  • Daily tidy (Extra fee)
  • Housekeeping (1x/week)
  • Medication administration (Extra fee)

Assistance with

  • Bathing (Extra fee)

Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $3,065

Includes

  • Designated dining area
  • Cancer care (Extra fee)
  • Diabetes (Extra fee)
  • Dialysis (Extra fee)
  • Huntington's Disease (Extra fee)
  • Multiple Sclerosis (Extra fee)
  • Stroke care (Extra fee)
  • Meals (Extra fee)
  • Meals credits (Extra fee)
  • Daily tidy (Extra fee)
  • Housekeeping (1x/week)
  • Incontinence care (Extra fee)
  • Medication administration (Extra fee)
  • Resident Reminders (Extra fee)

Assistance with

  • Bathing (2x/week)
  • Dressing (Extra fee)

Dementia & Memory Care (definition)
Cost from $8,400

Hawthorn Park is a full complex care retirement community. Specialized care is available for persons with memory impairments, such as Alzheimer's disease or Dementia. Hawthorn Park is a unique place where people can live, laugh, socialize - and receive individualized attention from specially trained professionals. Every aspect of care has been considered to provide a reassuring, safe and supportive environment, 24 hours a day. Preserving residents' quality of life is the focus of everything we do - and that means emphasizing each individual persons' strengths, promoting their independence and helping them maintain a sense of normalcy and routine in their lives.

Includes

  • Designated dining area
  • Designated floor
  • Meals (3x/day)
  • Daily tidy
  • Housekeeping (1x/week)
  • Incontinence care
  • Medication administration
  • Resident Reminders

Assistance with

  • Bathing (2x/week)
  • Dressing
  • Feeding
  • Transfers

Long-term Care (definition)
Cost from $8,400

Includes

  • Designated dining area
  • Designated floor
  • Meals (3x/day)
  • Daily tidy
  • Housekeeping (1x/week)
  • Incontinence care
  • Medication administration
  • Resident Reminders

Assistance with

  • Bathing (2x/week)
  • Dressing
  • Feeding
  • Transfers

Suites

Type Size
(sq ft)
Lifestyle CostCompanion fee Includes Contact
Studio 313 $3,065 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
1-bed 501 - 600 $3,505 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Patio/Balcony
1-bed + den 712 - 727 $4,085 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Patio/Balcony
2-bed 782 - 805 $4,540 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Patio/Balcony
Studio 313 $3,065 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Patio/Balcony
1-bed 501 $3,505 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Patio/Balcony
1-bed + den 712 $4,085 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Patio/Balcony
2-bed 782 $4,540 (Rent) +$500 per month
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Kitchenette
Studio 211 $8,400 (Rent) N/A
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
Studio 211 $8,400 (Rent) N/A
  • Call Bell System
  • Full size fridge
  • Type: Studio
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $3,065
  • Size: 313sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 1-bed
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $3,505
  • Size: 501sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
    • Patio/Balcony
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 1-bed + den
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $4,085
  • Size: 712sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
    • Patio/Balcony
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 2-bed
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $4,540
  • Size: 782sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
    • Patio/Balcony
  • Contact: email

  • Type: Studio
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $3,065
  • Size: 313sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
    • Patio/Balcony
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 1-bed
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $3,505
  • Size: 501sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
    • Patio/Balcony
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 1-bed + den
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $4,085
  • Size: 712sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
    • Patio/Balcony
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 2-bed
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $4,540
  • Size: 782sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$500
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
    • Kitchenette
  • Contact: email

  • Type: Studio
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $8,400
  • Size: 211sq/ft
  • Companion fee: N/A
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
  • Contact: email

  • Type: Studio
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $8,400
  • Size: 211sq/ft
  • Companion fee: N/A
  • Details:
    • Call Bell System
    • Full size fridge
  • Contact: email

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: (24 hours), Bistro: (daytime), Buffet, Pub, Room Service (extra fee), Table service, Tray service in suite (extra fee)

Seating type : Open seating

Special diets : Celiac Diet, Diabetic, Ethnic, Gluten Free, Kosher style, Lactose free, Low sodium, Puree foods, Vegetarian

Amenities & Services

Residence Amenities & Services

Arts and crafts
Billiards
Community Garden
Computers
Emergency call system (pendent)
Fitness Studio
Games Room
Hairdresser
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry machines
Library
Mail box
Mail to concierge
Movie theatre
Newspaper delivery available to suite
Newspapers delivered to concierge
On-site General Store
Onsite foot care
Out patient programs
Parking (indoor)
Parking (outdoor)
Party room
Patio/Courtyard/BBQ
Pet friendly
Pool - indoor
Private bus for outings, regular trips
Private dining room for family/friends
Recreation facilities onsite
Religious Services & Holiday Celebrations
Spa Services
Spa tub or shower room
Spa/Beauty Salon
Storage lockers
Walking Path
Wellness Center
Wheelchair (electric)
Wheelchair Accessible

Programs & Activities

Arts and Crafts
Assisted Walks/Trails
Bible Classes
Billiards/Pool Tables
Bingo
Bocce Ball
Brain Fitness
Card Games
Continued education
Day Trips
Entertainment
Excursions
Exercise Program
Gardening
Movie Nights
Parties
Religious & Holiday Services
Resident social / activity club
Sewing
Shuffleboard
Swimming
Theatre
Volunteering
Weekly Shopping Trips & Excursions
Woodshop

Staff & Care

General Manager's Message
Tina Kirouac

Tina's tenure of over 30 years with the Hawthorn Park Retirement Residence is a testament to her dedication and loyalty to the organization. Starting as a receptionist and progressing through various positions, including Office Manager, Assistant General Manager, and now General Manager, Tina has acquired extensive experience and a diverse skill set. Throughout her career, Tina has developed strong resident relations skills, ensuring that the needs and expectations of the residents are met. Her ability to build meaningful connections with residents has contributed to a positive living experience within the retirement residence. In addition to resident relations, Tina has gained expertise in human resources, operations, and staff engagement. She understands the importance of creating a supportive and inclusive work environment, motivating her team members to excel in their roles. Tina's leadership qualities have been demonstrated through her consistent commitment to exceeding Verve Senior Living's standards and expectations. In Tina’s free time she loves to garden, do some camping and spend time with her family their cat, Suki.

Staff

Medical and other support staff
Registered Practical Nurses
Personal Support Workers
Doctoron call
Sleep Expertvisiting 1x/month
Massage Therapistvisiting 1x/week
Geriatric Pharmaciston call
Mobility Specialistvisiting 1x/month
Foot care specialiston call 1x/week

Number of care staff:

  • Daytime: 4
  • Weekends: 4
  • Nights: 4

Care services

Care options available:

  • Private home-care allowed (cost from $150)
  • Palliative care available (cost from $150)

Health Services:

  • Catheter care(with special assistance)
  • Cognitively impaired residents(with special assistance)
  • Feeding tube assistance(with special assistance)
  • Medication charted by electronic pen(with special assistance)
  • Medication charted by exception(with special assistance)
  • Ostomy care(with special assistance)
  • Oxygen assistance(with special assistance)
  • Physically challenged residents(with special assistance)
  • Vitals monitoring(with no special assistance)

Move-in requirements

• Chest x-ray
• Medical form completed by family doctor
• Personal Interview

COVID-19 Information

Currently accepting move-ins. Request suite details.

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Neighbourhood

It's all about location, location, location! Hawthorn Park Retirement Community is a few short blocks from the beaches of Okanagan Lake, as well as a stroll away from Mission Park Shopping Centre and the revitalized Pandosy strip with shops, restaurants, and medical amenities in the heart of the upscale Mission neighbourhood. A natural stream runs behind the residence, where you can often catch a glimpse of baby ducklings, goslings, and beavers — all surrounded by the gorgeous mountain views of the Okanagan Valley.

Hawthorn Park Retirement is located at 867 KLO Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 9G5.


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