Prince of Peace
Lifestyle options:
Independent Living, Assisted Living, Dementia & Memory Care
Guest stays available, Respite care available, Palliative care available
Cost (from):
$2,132
Suites:
191 suites (Studio, Studio + den, 1-bed, 1-bed + den)
Capacity:
191 residents
The Comfort Life report:
Prince of Peace
Our Perspective
This community is ideal for Calgary families and seniors looking for something a little different, something a little more ideally relaxed. The location just outside of Calgary in Rocky View County, is an idyllic location that offers quiet, country living close to the city. In addition, this is close to the Trans-Canada, making it easily accessible for family members from throughout the area.
Prince of Peace lives up to its name by offering a uniquely tranquil countryside setting, in a community close enough to the city to make day trips and family visits easy. Inside, there are delicious chef-prepared meals and features that appeal to a variety of tastes, including a tuck shop, woodworking shop, chapel and more. Outside, residents enjoy a quiet stroll with views of the open prairie on one side and the spectacular Rockies on the other.
Care staff here is focused on offering "person-centered" care. Seniors are encouraged to improve their own health and wellness through the excellent food on the menu combined with local fitness facilities. A physician is also on call, and nurses are on staff around the clock. This community offers improved living for newly moved seniors. with many updated facilities that include contemporary features like walk-in showers (among many other features).
For families dealing with Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of dementia, Prince of Peace's supportive living care offers specialized support in an environment uniquely prepared to deal with the effects of dementia.
Community’s Perspective
We asked Prince of Peace to answer the following questions:
Who are you as a community?
Enjoy stunning prairie & mountain views at Prince of Peace,while strolling over pathways that surround the property’s two lakes, marsh & Aspen tree groves. We're Alberta’s idyllic spot for inspired senior living. Our resident-centric philosophy infuses every lifestyle option; Independent Living to Memory Care with customizable personalized care services that allow you to age gracefully in place. Our services & amenities are designed to support your through life’s changes in a safe & comfortable community.
- Opened in: 2001
- Ownership: Private. A member of Verve Senior Living
- Languages Spoken: Chinese-Cantonese, English, French, German, Italian, Lebanese, Spanish
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
We are nestled into the idyllic country setting with stunning prairie and mountain views with the convivence of city amenities a short 5 minute drive from our doorstep. Our resident centric philosophy infuses every lifestyle option, from Independent Living to Memory Care with customizable personalized care services that allow you to age gracefully in place. Our services and amenities are designed to support your through life’s changes in a safe and comfortable community.
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
Moving can be very overwhelming for seniors. To help residents adjust to life at Prince of Peace Manor & Harbour we offer many personalized supports to ease their fears. Department managers provide each new residents with a resident orientation, we walk step by step through the key information about our building and operations. Alongside our orientation each resident receives a resident handbook to refer to. Additionally, we host a new resident tea were long standing residents and new residents can mingle and start budding friendships.
What might residents find surprising about your community?
Moving to an assisted living community can be a big step. Many seniors see it as a step backwards in life, they think they are giving up their independence and will no longer be able to do the things they enjoy doing. Many residents are surprised once they move to Prince of Peace that it is the complete opposite. They now spend more time being social, being active, and often step outside their comfort zone by trying something new.
What five facts about your community should people know?
1.We are nestled into the idyllic country setting with stunning prairie and mountain views with the convivence of city amenities a short 5 min drive away.
2.Seniors can age in place, making us a community where you can put down roots
3. Where pets are treated like family, we welcome all four-legged friends whether it is for a short visit or as a new addition to our family.
4. We offer a culinary experience to remember, our three wholesome meals offer plenty of choice and are red seal approved by our in-house chef.
5.There is something for everyone! Whether you are an artist, musician, spiritual, or love to keep active we have a personalized daily activity calendar created by our in-house recreational therapist.
Events
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Saturday, March 25, 2023: VERVE CRUISE WEEK OPEN HOUSE March 24-31, 2023
From 1 pm to 3 pm - Prince of Peace, 300 Prince of Peace Way, Rocky View County, Alberta
You're invited to join our Verve Cruise March 24-31, 2023...and our special Prince of Peace Open House on March 25, 2023 from 1:30-3:30pm Just close your eyes, imagine the breeze on your skin, sand between your toes, and those lively Calypso beats… SOAK UP ALL THE VITAMIN SEA, No Sunscreen Required! *Enjoy delicious Caribbean themed appetizers curated ... learn more
Insider Perspectives
Reviews of Prince of Peace
R. Hall, family member
"The staff vigilantly guard against infection from every angle. My mom is quite appreciative of your efforts, as well as all the accommodations you provide for her."
Caroline Fairbrother, family member
"My Mum, who is 97, has lived at Prince of Peace Manor for three years. She has some dementia and she loves living there. She says the food is very good and the staff are professional, kind, helpful and not intrusive. I have found the standard of care to be excellent and staff go the extra mile to ensure that residents are healthy and safe. My Mum and I are happy we found the Prince of Peace Manor."
Emma Thorn, resident
"I love the big windows! There are great views of the mountains and prairies. The walking paths are well maintained which makes it easy to enjoy the duck ponds and green space in the community."
Lifestyle
Lifestyle options
Independent Living (definition)
Cost from $3,070
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Meals (3x/day)
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Medication administration (Extra fee)
Assistance with
- Bathing (2x/week)
Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $3,070
When additional care services are required, we offer a Private Supportive Living Lifestyle that includes all services provided in our Independent Living Lifestyle. * assistance with personal care (as per nursing assessment) * medication management * daily snacks * escort to meals available Offering supportive and assisted living to allow aging in place
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Cancer care
- Diabetes
- Huntington's Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Stroke care
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (2x/week)
- Dressing
- Transfers
Dementia & Memory Care (definition)
Cost from $2,132
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: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $3,070
- Size: 330sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$650
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio + den
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $3,320
- Size: 388sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$650
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,280
- Size: 571sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$650
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed + den
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $5,250
- Size: 806sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$650
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
Dining
Our meals are prepared daily by our experienced culinary team and served by our friendly and courteous dining staff. Our all inclusive lifestyle provides 3 nutritious homemade meals daily. A Private Dining Room for family gatherings. Refreshments and snacks twice daily. Monthly buffets. Our signature dining experience also includes a Living Loving Local menu as well as our 4 Theme monthly Buffets and our Super Food specials. To experience one of our 'Culinary Delights', please RSVP with our Marketing team at 403-285-5080 EXT. 507
Meal service : Bistro: (daytime), Buffet, Room Service (extra fee), Table service, Tray service in suite (extra fee)
Seating type : Open seating
Special diets : Diabetic, Ethnic, Gluten Free, Low sodium, Vegetarian
Amenities & Services
Residence Amenities & Services
The sounds of music are heard throughout the building at weekly entertainment events, monthly birthday parties and much more.
Arts and crafts
Billiards
Chapel
Community Garden
Computers
Emergency call system (pendent)
Games Room
Gift Shop
Hairdresser
Hobby kitchen
Internet
Laundry machines
Library
Mail box
Newspapers delivered to concierge
Onsite foot care
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 tub or shower room
Storage lockers
Walking Path
Wellness Center
Wheelchair (electric)
Wheelchair Accessible
Programs & Activities
Other programs include: Our signature programs such as Painting, Fit4Life, Java Music Club, Museum of Modern Art Classes, Artful Aging Week and much more! To attend one of our exciting programs *please contact marketing at 403-285-5080 EXT. 507
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
Sewing
Shuffleboard
Volunteering
Weekly Shopping Trips & Excursions
Woodshop
Staff & Care
General Manager's Message
Kiran Ghuman
Kiran’s passion for caring for others led her to become a Registered Nurse before transitioning into senior care. Growing up in nearby Chestermere, she is thrilled to be leading the Prince of Peace team in providing the best possible care for the residents of the area with a compassionate and holistic approach. When not working, Kiran enjoys spending time with her loved ones, her puppy, and friends.
Staff
| Medical and other support staff | |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 8 hrs/day |
| Registered Practical Nurses | 24 hrs/day |
| Personal Support Workers | 24 hrs/day |
| Doctor | visiting 1x/week |
| Massage Therapist | on call |
| Geriatric Pharmacist | on call |
| Foot care specialist | visiting 2x/month |
| Physiotherapist | on call & visiting 1x/week |
Number of care staff:
- Daytime: 16
- Weekends: 11
- Nights: 4
Care services
Care options available:
- Guest stays available (cost from $115)
- Respite care available (cost from $125)
- Palliative care available
Health Services:
- Catheter care(with special assistance)
- Cognitively impaired residents(with government assisted)
- Medication charted by exception(with government assisted)
- Ostomy care(with special assistance)
- Physically challenged residents(with special assistance)
- Vitals monitoring(with special assistance)
Move-in requirements
In addition to the Chest X-ray TB screening is required for all admissions
• Chest x-ray
• Medical form completed by family doctor
• Personal Interview
COVID-19 Information
Verve’s COVID-19 Response
Verve Senior Living has been helping seniors stay active and live an independent lifestyle for over 43 years. Our approach to the COVID-19 pandemic has been defined by these values, with the safety and security of our residents of paramount importance to us. Verve continues to be a vibrant, fun, engaging, and safe place to live, thanks to our incredibly creative and caring team members who go the extra mile in all that they do. Visit one of our 32 retirement residence and see what living with Verve is all about.
“My family and I feel deeply blessed to have been able to relocate my father to Verve Senior Living. Throughout the process the management team went far above and beyond at every turn to help us. This was especially appreciated given Covid 19. They were patient, kind and empathetic, offering guidance and help the likes of which we had never experienced elsewhere. ”
SAFE & SECURE
Our COVID-19 Safety Protocols
At all times we must follow the guidelines set forth by the local provincial health authority. In many cases we implement safety initiatives before the governments mandates them. While we pride ourselves on doing everything we can to keep our residences safe, it does alter the way we connect with the outside community. Despite COVID’s interruption to our regularly scheduled lives, Verve continues to be a vibrant, fun, engaging, and safe place to live thanks to our incredibly creative and caring team members who go the extra mile in all that they do. To learn more about Verve’s COVID-19 safety protocols, please contact a Verve residence near you.
Accreditation & Associations
Blog & News
Blog and recent news
Virtually Verve- Enriching Lives in Memory Care
by Prince of Peace
Our Health & Wellness team recently hosted Virtually Verve: Enriching Lives in Memory Care via Zoom! This information session delved into our specialized Memory Care residences and how our signature..
Top 5 Tips to promote Healthy Aging
by Prince of Peace
Almost nothing beats 30 minutes of moderate daily exercise. From physical and mental health-boosting yoga for seniors to a daily walk around the block, water aerobics, or pickleball...
10 Things to Know Before Visiting a Retirement Residence
by Verve Senior Living
10 Things to Know Before Visiting a Retirement Residence The thought of retiring in a senior living residence can seem like a one-size-fits all thing that happens when we age. But deciding which re...
The 5 benefits of journaling for seniors
by Verve Senior Living
The start of a new year often means the beginning of healthy new habits. We all resolve to do a little better "this year". This year, I will eat better, exercise more, and... journal? Turns out, journ...
by Prince of Peace
At Verve Senior Living, our focus is to provide services and supports that enable seniors to optimize their health, well-being, and independence. During the pandemic we looked to.....
Neighbourhood
Neighbourhood
Prince of Peace Residents enjoy stunning prairie and mountain views while strolling over 5 kilometers of pathways that surround the property's two lakes, a marsh and several Aspen tree groves. The "person centered", private care services offered for memory care and assisted living is what makes Prince of Peace a choice lifestyle for residents and their families. The location is highly desirable as it is conveniently located on the edge of Calgary in the County of Rocky View where you can be close to the city as well as enjoy the quiet relaxation of country living.
Prince of Peace is located at 300 Prince of Peace Way, Rocky View County, Alberta, T1X 1G2.
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