The Village Langley
Lifestyle options:
Cost (from):
$8,200
Suites:
75 suites (Studio)
Capacity:
78 residents
The Comfort Life report:
The Village Langley
Our Perspective
We at Comfort Life are proud to host the Village on our website. It’s a state-of-the-art memory care community, an ideal setting for people suffering the adverse effects of Alzhimer’s and other forms of dementia. Dementia sufferers can live here safely, free to come and go wherever they like. There’s no need for family members to worry about typical tendencies to elopement or getting lost. Residents have a lifestyle that promotes more activity and requires less medication. Everything about this community makes the best of what is decidedly a bad situation.
At Comfort Life, we’ve been excited about the Village ever since it was first announced in 2017. In Canada, it’s the best innovation yet, in design for memory care. The Village is built from the ground up with the needs of Alzheimer’s and dementia sufferers top of mind. We love how this both implements and adds to innovations in memory care.
Prominent effects of Alzheimer’s Disease and dementia are memory loss, disorientation and elopement, so the best environment for sufferers is one that mitigates these issues safely and effectively, yet non-intrusively. We see this ideally manifest in the Village in Langley, a setting that’s familiar and friendly, while smartly incorporating needed safety features. These include a fence around the perimeter and a blu-tooth-enabled security system that lets community staff know the whereabouts of any resident in real time, at any time. An important aspect of design for memory care is de-institutionalization and de-clinicalization of the care environment, inherent in the village layout that includes a general store, doctor’s office, hair salon, workshop, and more.
People live in colourful cottages here, attended by staff who are also suitably expert in their training and approach. The Village’s staff to resident ratio of 1:1 exceeds standards and is unheard of elsewhere in the industry. On top of all the above, it’s set in a quiet neighbourhood in one of the most beautiful cities in the country. We’ve certainly never seen anything like it before.
Community’s Perspective
We asked The Village Langley to answer the following questions:
Who are you as a community?
The Village is Canada’s first village-style residence specializing in supporting those with dementia & memory conditions.Inspired by communities in the Netherlands & U.S., our cottage-style living is surrounded by five acres of secured grounds with walking paths, gardens, farm animals & a water rock garden. You’ll be able to explore your surroundings safely & securely. Our focus is on providing an enriched living experience where each person experiences a purposeful & meaningful life. Our six single-storey cottage-like homes are designed to enhance the lives of persons living with dementia. Sensory gardens, accessible walking paths with benches, outdoor activity terraces, a games lawn, natural meadows, a water garden, community centre & plaza are part of this special setting. Villagers’ physical, mental & emotional health needs are managed by nursing, medical & home support teams with knowledge & training in person-directed dementia care.
- Opened in: 2018
- Ownership: Private. A member of Verve Senior Living
- Languages Spoken: Chinese-Cantonese, Chinese-Mandarin, English, French, Italian, Spanish
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
We believe and practice a resident-centric approach. We are happy to offer many choices for our residents so they can live the way they wish to live. At one of our communities' residents gain independence, have help when they need it and enjoy everything this lifestyle has to offer.
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
Our new resident orientation helps those who have moved here to learn all about the different services we offer. With our experience and understanding, this is new experience for some, we want to make this transition as smooth as possible for families and new residents. Our leadership team works closely with families and residents to ensure all questions are answered and a new resident is feeling at ease. If you are unsure about moving in right now, we offer trial stays at many of our communities. New residents' tea parties and wine & cheese's are a great way to get to know others in the community.
What might residents find surprising about your community?
The Village Langley has not responded to this question yet.
What five facts about your community should people know?
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Insider Perspectives
Reviews of The Village Langley
L.G., family member
"My aunt was lucky to become one of the first residents here, and I have visited often. This is a truly groundbreaking facility and the staff are as patient and friendly as you'd hope for. I have noted the postings by others who are upset by the cost of living at The Village; asking "who can afford to live here?" and suggesting it is only for the elite.
While I could not afford to live here, that is due to my particular circumstances and life choices. My aunt can afford to live here for many ..."
Scott Ronalds, family member
"We couldn't be more happy with the level of specialized dementia care and understanding provided by all the staff at the Village."
Testimonials and Stories
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Virtually Verve- Enriching Lives in Memory Care
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 Life Enrichment programming and amenities provide the highest quality of life for our residents to feel empowered to live their days with purpose.
Lifestyle
Lifestyle options
Dementia & Memory Care (definition)
Cost from $8,200
The Village Langley specializes in dementia support for those living with all dementia-types. We apply a social-relational model care based upon person-directed care and enriched living.
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Designated floor
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (7x/week)
- Incontinence care
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (7x/week)
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Transfers
Suites
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $8,200
- Size: 298sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $10,200
- Size: 298sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $10,200
- Size: 298sq/ft
- Companion fee: N/A
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (additional fee)
- Call Bell System
- Personal phone number in room (additional Fee)
- Contact:
Dining
Breakfast is prepared fresh in small households upon each person's wake-up routine Meals are served and enjoyed 'family style' in small households
Meal service : Bar, Bistro: (daytime), Buffet, Pub, Table service, Tray service in suite (included)
Seating type : Open seating
Special diets : Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low sodium, Puree foods
Amenities & Services
Residence Amenities & Services
5 acres of secure, walkable open space specifically designed for persons living with dementia
Arts and crafts
Community Garden
Emergency call system (pendent)
Emergency call system (pull-cord in room)
Games Room
Gift Shop
Hairdresser
Hobby kitchen
Internet
Laundry machines
Mail box
Mail delivery to suite
Newspaper delivery available to suite
On-site General Store
Onsite foot care
Parking (outdoor)
Party room
Patio/Courtyard/BBQ
Pet friendly
Private dining room for family/friends
Recreation facilities onsite
Religious Services & Holiday Celebrations
Spa Services
Spa tub or shower room
Spa/Beauty Salon
Walking Path
Wellness Center
Wheelchair (electric)
Wheelchair Accessible
Programs & Activities
Music programming, animals on-site, pet friendly, visiting animals
Arts and Crafts
Assisted Walks/Trails
Bingo
Bocce Ball
Brain Fitness
Card Games
Continued education
Day Trips
Entertainment
Excursions
Exercise Program
Gardening
Horseshoe Pits
Movie Nights
Parties
Shuffleboard
Volunteering
Woodshop
Staff & Care
Executive Director's Message
Karissa Lovas
Since 2009 Karissa Lovas has been working in the seniors housing industry, helping residents and families navigate their new home. Working in several levels of living options, such as independent living, assisted living and long-term care, Karissa finds joy and passion in providing purpose every day to our residents. Having experienced several positions from lead reception, office manager, and general manager. Karissa brings a wealth of knowledge in operations, sales and excellence in customer service. In her off time, Karissa enjoys spending time with her family in the outdoors and has recently taken up gardening.
Staff
| Medical and other support staff | |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | |
| Registered Practical Nurses | |
| Personal Support Workers | |
| Doctor | visiting 2x/week |
| Health & Wellness Team | on call & visiting 7x/week |
| Geriatric Pharmacist | on call & visiting 7x/week |
| Mobility Specialist | visiting 1x/week |
| Foot care specialist | visiting 1x/week |
| Dentist | visiting 1x/month |
| Physiotherapist | visiting 1x/week |
Number of care staff:
- Daytime: 24
- Weekends: 24
- Nights: 4
Care services
Health Services:
- Catheter care(with special assistance)
- Cognitively impaired residents(with special assistance)
- Medication charted by electronic pen(with special assistance)
- Physically challenged residents(with special assistance)
- Vitals monitoring(with special assistance)
Move-in requirements
Personal and medical information is collected and assessed according to each person's unique situation. We complete several individualized assessments including the Mini Mental Status Exam as well as the Montreal Cognitive Assessment. At this time, we are completing testing for COVID-19 and the coronavirus for all new Villagers as well as new staff to ensure the safety, health and wellness of our community.
• Medical form completed by family doctor
• Personal Interview
• TB test required
COVID-19 Information
erve’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.
Read the most recent COVID-19 updates from The Village Langley
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Blog & News
Blog and recent news
Living Safely with Alzheimer's
by The Village Langley
Navigating Alzheimer’s is challenging and uncertain for both the person living with the effects of the disease, as well as the family members, friends and caregivers. Alzheimer’s affects both physical
The Importance of Maintaining Healthy Feet in Dementia Care
by The Village Langley
Our feet support our whole body. It therefore makes sense to take good care of them. It affects our mobility and to a significant degree, our motivation to walk, exercise and stay active. As we know,
Supporting Individuals with Dementia who have Experienced Past Trauma
by The Village Langley
The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) defines trauma as “the lasting emotional response that often results from living through a distressing event.” Trauma can negatively impact a person’s
10 Things to Know Before Visiting a Retirement Residence
by Verve Senior Living
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The 5 benefits of journaling for seniors
by Verve Senior Living
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Neighbourhood
Neighbourhood
The Village Langley is located in a quiet residential neighbourhood in Langley's Brookswood community. We are a secure community with a controlled single point of access.
The Village Langley is located at 3920 198th Street, Langley, British Columbia, V3A1E1.
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