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THE COMFORT LIFE REPORT:The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living 

11479 Valley Ridge Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B5V5
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Lifestyle options:
Independent Living, Assisted Living
Private home-care allowed
Cost (from):
$3,455
Suites:
133 suites (Studio, 1-bed, 2-bed)
Capacity:
145 residents

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Our Perspective

How we see The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living

This lovely community is ideal for a variety of people. The easily accessible golf course is ideal for golf lovers. There's also a ski hill nearby. The community also offers a variety of care to accommodate couples with varying levels of need. Couples where one spouse needs assistance while the other is independent can stay together under one roof.

Central-west Calgary seniors (and family members) looking for a change for the better might find much more than they bargained for. Take all the best things from your current home and move them into a spacious, welcoming community of happy peers. People here live a full life every day, one matched to the person they are at this stage.

This community offers exceptional luxury in a community that is also, in fact, very relaxed. There are many fun activities on the weekly schedule to get people involved and cement friendships. During the winter months, there are indoor activities (the St. Paddy's Day is a hoot!) and lots of outdoor activities in summer, set against the backdrop of the gorgeous exterior greenspace. You can also take part in coffee time, ladies hour, men’s luncheon, happy hour, etc. Staff here make it a goal to focus on the uniqueness of each community member. That apparent in interactions you see here.

Community’s Perspective

How The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living sees itself

Who are you as a community?

Established in 1999, The Lodge at Valley Ridge, by Verve, provides seniors living in an established neighbourhood surrounded by mature trees. The newly renovated decor draws inspiration from Alberta’s great mountain lodges. For your convenience our outstanding amenities and dining options to our ever-changing schedule of recreational and social events. The Lodge at Valley Ridge Retirement Residence is perfect for an active and entertaining lifestyle with a variety of suite sizes to meet your needs and budget. Care is no additional charge through AHS.

  • Opened in: 1999
  • Ownership: Private. A member of Verve Senior Living
  • Languages Spoken: Chinese-Mandarin, English, French, German, Greek

What do you do differently or uniquely well?

We offer personalized service and care to meet the individual needs of our residents. Staff knows your name. Friendships are easily made with peers. Residents have the ability to customize their day as they please, with flexible dining times, a variety of activities and the ability to entertain friends and family in our numerous amenity spaces. We showcase the art of our residents in our Breakfast Room on the third floor. Our talented Chef and his team offer brunches and special events complete with carved intricate flowers out of fruit. We take every opportunity to dress up and have fun.

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

Friends and family are always welcome to visit for activities and meals and can also stay in the suite with the new resident (cots are available) or in a guest suite. Our Ambassador Program allows us to pair current residents with new residents to help with the transition to their new home.

How are residents supported if their needs change?

The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living has not responded to this question yet.

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

The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living has not responded to this question yet.

What might residents find surprising about your community?

The Lodge offers both Independent and Assisted Living. We have a contract with Alberta Health Services that allows our on-site healthcare team to provide services at no extra cost, provided the resident has been approved by AHS. Private-pay nursing services are also available.

How will your community change in the next five years?

The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living has not responded to this question yet.

What five facts about your community should people know?

We offer personalized service and care to meet the individual needs of our residents. We are located just off the TransCanada Highway with easy access to the mountains to the west and major trails (Stoney and Sarcee) to travel throughout Calgary easily. Suite sizes are generous with most suites offering a balcony. The Lodge is pet friendly. We are family here!

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Watch our interview with Marla to learn about the unique experience offered by The Lodge at Valley Ridge.

Reviews of The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living

What residents and their loved ones say about The Lodge at Valley Ridge - Verve Senior Living in reviews.

Marla, family member

"This was the most inviting community for us. It's got a great layout. It feels warm the minute you walk in. There's a big, beautiful kitchen with amazing smells coming out of it. The staff are lovely and kind... It felt like home [right away]. "

Todd Levie, resident

"The Lodge at Valley Ridge is very big! The coffee chat, breakfast room, bar, exercise room, library and Chapel are beautiful. My bedroom [has a] very nice kitchen and outside with deck. l love it so much and [am] having a good experience. "

Susanne Tarrant, family member

"The Lodge at Valley Ridge became home for my father after my mother passed in 2016. Before we chose this place, we toured 10 places in NW and SW Calgary and it is difficult to compare as they each have differences in what they have to offer. Together, my dad and I chose the Lodge, as we felt it stood out, and hoped for the best. They continued to impress us with their management, eloquent menu & dining atmosphere, amazing and personable Chef (I never saw a canned vegetable on the menu once a..."

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Lifestyle

Lifestyle options

Independent Living (definition)
Cost from $3,455

Home Care services are available through Alberta Health Services. Provided by our own Health Care staff.

Includes

  • Designated dining area
  • Meals (3x/day)
  • Housekeeping (1x/week)

Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $3,455

Home Care services are available through Alberta Health Services. Provided by our own Health Care staff.

Includes

  • Designated dining area
  • Cancer care
  • Diabetes
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Stroke care
  • Meals (3x/day)
  • Housekeeping (1x/week)
  • Incontinence care
  • Medication administration
  • Resident Reminders

Assistance with

  • Bathing (2x/week)
  • Dressing

Suites

Type Size
(sq ft)
Lifestyle CostCompanion fee Includes Contact
Studio 334 - 474 $3,455 (Rent) +$665 per month
  • Cable TV in room (additional fee)
  • Call Bell System
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
1-bed 500 - 880 $4,350 (Rent) +$665 per month
  • Cable TV in room (additional fee)
  • Call Bell System
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
2-bed 639 $5,465 (Rent) +$665 per month
  • Cable TV in room (additional fee)
  • Call Bell System
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Patio/Balcony
  • Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
  • Type: Studio
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $3,455
  • Size: 334sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$665
  • Details:
    • Cable TV in room (additional fee)
    • Call Bell System
    • Kitchenette
    • Mini-fridge
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 1-bed
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $4,350
  • Size: 500sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$665
  • Details:
    • Cable TV in room (additional fee)
    • Call Bell System
    • Kitchenette
    • Mini-fridge
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
  • Contact: email

  • Type: 2-bed
  • Ownership: Rent
  • Cost: $5,465
  • Size: 639sq/ft
  • Companion fee: +$665
  • Details:
    • Cable TV in room (additional fee)
    • Call Bell System
    • Kitchenette
    • Mini-fridge
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
  • 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
Chapel
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 delivery to suite
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 (outdoor)
Party room
Patio/Courtyard/BBQ
Pet friendly
Private bus for outings, regular trips
Private dining room for family/friends
Putting Green
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

Life enrichment programs are built from the ground up, taking into account resident preferences.

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

Staff & Care

General Manager's Message
Glen Stirrett

Glen joins The Lodge at Valley Ridge team after working in managerial and leadership roles at some of Alberta’s most luxurious hotels including The Fairmont Palliser, The Westin Calgary, and most recently the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.  He has helped oversee the city’s largest food and beverage catering and convention space at The Calgary Stampede and contributed to the planning of “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth!”  Glen’s work and life experiences, along with his passion for service excellence will help ensure that the needs of residents and employees are exceeded.  His goal is to ensure all residents feel safe, have a rewarding lifestyle and are proud to call The Lodge their home.  Glen spends his spare time with his wife and daughter, enjoying the natural beauty and incredible wildlife on mountain hiking trails or enjoying a great meal at one of the city’s many fantastic restaurants!

Staff

Medical and other support staff
Registered Practical Nurses16 hrs/day
Personal Support Workers24 hrs/day
Guest Attendant
Sleep Expertvisiting 1x/month
Massage Therapistvisiting 1x/week
Geriatric Pharmaciston call
Mobility Specialistvisiting 1x/month
Foot care specialistvisiting 1x/month

Number of care staff:

  • Daytime: 6
  • Weekends: 6
  • Nights: 1

Care services

Care options available:

  • Private home-care allowed (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

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.

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Neighbourhood

Valley Ridge is one of Calgary’s most distinguished suburban communities. Included in our beautiful neighbourhood is a prominent golf & country club, convenience store, doctor's offices, pharmacy, dentists, massage and physiotherapy, vets office, restaurants, dry cleaning and seamstress service, wine store, and more.

The Lodge at Valley Ridge is located at 11479 Valley Ridge Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, T3B5V5.


What's nearby:

Valley Ridge Family Physicians
Valley Ridge Pharmacy | PharmaChoice
In Front of The Lodge
Valley Ridge Mini Market

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