Lifestyle options:
Cost (from):
$4,570 (retirement), $8,900 (long-term care)
Suites:
134 suites (Studio, 1-bed)
Capacity:
149 residents
Our Perspective
How we see The Vineyards Residence
The Vineyards is a thoroughly modern addition to retirement living options in Kelowna. Striking features of this community include expert care available, and the sense of spaciousness and newness that pervades this development. For Kelowna-area residents facing a need for some additional help with daily care, or families dealing with the progressive effects of dementia, The Vineyards promises exemplary care and community.
Step inside the main doors of the Vineyards, and you’re greeted by a soaring atrium. To us, it serves as a symbol of the aspirations behind this community. Space and modernity are hallmarks of this location. The kitchen alone feels like that of a major hotel. Hallways are roomy, providing optimal accessibility. Throughout the building, windows are sweepingly wide. Upper floors offer vistas of the nearby mountains that include views of Okanagan Lake. The Atrium Cafe will be a lovely meeting place, and residents can also enjoy local wines and craft beer in the Bluff Pub. Suites are replete with the latest accessibility and technology features. A byproduct of these features is that it’ll be very inviting for friends and family to visit.
All of those are nice to have, but what will really make this great is the vibrant living people will find here once they move in. That vibrancy will be anchored in a varied activity schedule, excellent staff, and the relationships that develop between people. One thing we’re impressed by is The Vineyards hiring of the cream of the crop in culinary and care staff.
Community’s Perspective
How The Vineyards Residence sees itself
Who are you as a community?
At The Vineyards Residence, Kelowna’s premiere retirement living option, our approach to Assisted Living & Memory Care will delight you. Our beautiful residence, with a focus on wellness & purposeful living, allows people to go about life as they always have, despite health changes. Experienced staff provide professional assistance with the activities of daily living, as well as exceptional dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Enjoy a beautiful suite, including in-suite kitchenette and washer/dryer, and delicious meals. The Vineyards Residence - Life’s Better Here.
- Opened in: 2021
- Ownership: Private.
- Languages Spoken: English
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
At The Vineyards Residence, we embrace a multigenerational approach welcoming post-secondary, high school, and elementary students to engage with our residents.
Grade 2 and 3 local elementary students visit weekly to practice their reading with seniors and to teach/partake in an art activity.
High school students earn volunteer hours supporting residents in a variety of ways such as portering, assisting with activities, and spending quality one-on-one time.
Post-secondary students are living, volunteering and working in the residence.
The Vineyards Residence is a practicum site for various colleges and universities training healthcare professionals through co-operative education.
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
A welcome gift awaits new residents when they move into The Vineyards Residence. Members of the Leadership Team eagerly look forward to meeting with residents to personally welcome them and the Resident Handbook covers many frequently asked questions. A friendly current resident may welcome newcomers to join them for meals or activities as they establish themselves in their new home. Meals preferences are reviewed with the Chef and all assisted living residents are encouraged to attend the monthly Assisted Living Resident Council meetings to hear the latest news and contribute to the lifestyle at The Vineyards Residence.
What might residents find surprising about your community?
Residents and their families are delighted with the multi-generational interactions.
The Vineyards Residence offers a phased-in approach to care where residents can age in place. A resident may require assisted living initially and can transition, as needed, by increasing care support to full memory care or long-term care.
The recreation calendar offers opportunities beyond bingo and movie nights. You can also find events such as “Painting and Pinot”, brain games using the Tovertafel Table, and organized outings to the places like the Aviation Museum, the Symphony and cheering on the UBCO Men’s Basketball Team!
What five facts about your community should people know?
• The Vineyards Residence offers Assisted Living, Memory Care and Enhanced Care.
• Pets are welcome and our Pet Therapy Program is popular with therapy dogs visiting almost every day. Recently, Memory Care Residents enjoyed hatching & nurturing chicks.
• Be sure to say hello to our post-secondary students who live in the building, volunteer with residents, and are also part-time employees.
• Service packages are customized to what you need.
• Tours are available weekdays and Saturdays. Call our Community Relations Manager at 236-361-0962 to arrange your personal tour today!
Insider Perspectives
Reviews of The Vineyards Residence
What residents and their loved ones say about The Vineyards Residence in reviews.
Marc Stickle, family member
"We moved my father into the Vineyards 2 months ago when he was in the end stages of his 7 year battle with Prostate Cancer. He was requiring 24/7 care and TLC and was starting to deal with memory loss and confusion. Jenelle made the intake process seamless and the team on the third floor were amazing. Many of the staff are quite young and we weren't sure how it would go, but there is a kind and compassionate group of workers on that floor that loved on Dad and cared for him as well or better tha..."Kyle Peter, senior
"This community is a must see! The Residence is state-of-the-art, clean and safe. The team at the Residence is absolutely wonderful. Hands down, an amazing place to be!"Neil Lewis, senior
"Really nice room. Great service plan. "Lifestyle
Lifestyle options
Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $4,570
Assisted Living is the ideal option for someone who wants to maintain their optimal level of independence possible. Through support and personal assistance, as well as first-class hospitality services, our residents make the most of every day. With our Assisted Living package, you continue to be responsible for making decisions and organizing day-to-day activities such as making your outside plans and appointments, making your own breakfast, going shopping and keeping contact with friends and family. The Vineyards Residence staff are available for as little or as much care as needed. Additional service plans range between $995 and $1635 per month.
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 (3x/day)
- Daily tidy (Extra fee)
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Incontinence care (Extra fee)
- Medication administration (Extra fee)
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (Extra fee)
- Dressing (Extra fee)
- Feeding (Extra fee)
- Transfers (Extra fee)
Dementia & Memory Care (definition)
Cost from $8,900
We believe in the social model, which offers personalized care in a warm and friendly environment. The residence is designed in individual “neighbourhoods”, each with only 16 or 17 suites. Activity and common areas are located at the centre of every neighbourhood, so that dining and activities are only ever a few steps away. This also creates a welcoming sense reminiscent of a cozy home that allows for relationships with a smaller number of neighbours and caregivers, to support structure and familiarity. Using best practice dementia care and programming to assist residents as they age in place, this approach creates an environment in which all residents can flourish, in spite of mental or physical restrictions. A focus on what a resident can do as opposed to what they cannot, that will not only serve to simply maintain health, but improve overall wellbeing, helping to navigate the journey of physical or cognitive disabilities in the happiest, healthiest, most dignified manner possible.
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Designated floor
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Incontinence care
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (1x/week)
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Transfers
Long-term Care (definition)
Cost from $8,900
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Designated floor
- Meals (3x/day)
- Daily tidy
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Incontinence care
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (1x/week)
- Dressing
- Feeding
- Transfers
Suites
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,575
- Size: 371sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$800
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Insuite washer/dryer
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $6,555
- Size: 642sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$800
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Insuite washer/dryer
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $8,900
- Size: 371sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$800
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Insuite washer/dryer
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $9,600
- Size: 520sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$800
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Insuite washer/dryer
- Kitchenette
- Mini-fridge
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
Dining
A delicious array of menu options prepared by our Executive Chef who uses the freshest, local ingredients.
Meal service : Bistro: (daytime), Pub, Table service, Tray service in suite (included)
Seating type : Open seating
Special diets : Celiac Diet, Diabetic, Ethnic, Gluten Free, Lactose free, Low sodium, Puree foods, Vegetarian
Amenities & Services
Residence Amenities & Services
Each suite contains its own washer, dryer and TV mounted on the wall.
24-hr concierge
Arts and crafts
Chapel
Emergency call system (pendent)
Fitness Studio
Games Room
Hairdresser
Internet
Laundry machines
Library
Mail delivery to suite
Mail to concierge
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
Pond/Lake
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 Accessible
Programs & Activities
One of the many benefits of living at The Vineyards is the ability to customize your care and activities.
Arts and Crafts
Assisted Walks/Trails
Bingo
Brain Fitness
Card Games
Continued education
Day Trips
Entertainment
Excursions
Exercise Program
Gardening
Movie Nights
Parties
Volunteering
Weekly Shopping Trips & Excursions
Staff & Care
Executive Director's Message
Todd Mallen
At the Vineyards Residence we believe every person is defined by so much more than just their care and support needs. Our beautiful residence provides a delightful approach to senior living. Customized and unobtrusive support, impressive amenities and attentive staff await you and your loved ones in Kelowna’s magnificent Okanagan.
Staff
| Medical and other support staff | |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | |
| Registered Practical Nurses | 24 hrs/day |
| Personal Support Workers | 24 hrs/day |
| Doctor | on call & visiting 2x/month |
| Health & Wellness Team | on call |
| Geriatric Pharmacist | on call |
| Mobility Specialist | on call |
| Foot care specialist | visiting 1x/week |
| Dentist | visiting 1x/month |
| Physiotherapist | visiting 2x/week |
Care services
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 no special assistance)
- Physically challenged residents(with special assistance)
- Vitals monitoring(with special assistance)
Move-in requirements
Our medical staff will conduct a full assessment if not provided one by Interior Health.
• Medical form completed by family doctor
• Personal Interview
COVID-19 Information
Accreditation & Associations
Blog & News
Blog and recent news
Residents Add Their Touch Around The Residence
by The Vineyards Residence
The Vineyards Residence engages residents with some gardening.
Up Close and Personal at Kangaroo Creek Farm
by The Vineyards Residence
Residents from The Vineyards Residence enjoy local marsupials.
by The Vineyards Residence
Lifelong learning for Residents at The Vineyards Residence
Residents Cheer On UBCO Men’s Basketball Team
by The Vineyards Residence
Witnessing Victory One Basket at a Time
Neighbourhood
Neighbourhood
The Vineyards is located in an ideal setting with community services, restaurants and healthcare all nearby. The Dilworth, Orchard Park and Willow Park Shopping Centres are all a short distance away. The best thing about The Vineyards location might just be the gorgeous views of Okanagan Lake, the city on one side and idyllic green fields, hills and distant mountains on the other. Enjoy feeding the ducks swimming along side the community at Brandt’s Creek.
The Vineyards Residence is located at 726 Valley Road, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1V 0E9.
What's nearby:
Valley Medical Laboratories Hillside Medical Clinic
Shoppers Drug Mart 105 - 437 Glenmore Rd, Kelowna, BC V1V 1Y5 Dyck's Pharmacists (Glenmore)
Summit at Valley Glenmore at Summit
Kelowna Golf & Country Club Knox Mountain Disc Golf Course
Golfview park
Brandt's Creek Pub - Kelowna Pub & Restaurant Domino's Pizza EK's GRILL Tim Hortons McDonald's Basil Leaf Asian Fusion Restaurant - Glenmore Tripke Bakery Too Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
RBC Royal Bank ATM Interior Savings Credit Union ScotiabankCompare The Vineyards Residence with nearby communities
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|---|---|---|
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| The Heritage - Verve Senior Living | Assisted Living, Dementia & Memory Care, Long-term Care | West Kelowna, British Columbia |
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