Orchard Gardens Seniors Community | Kelowna BC
February 12, 2024
Loneliness has a huge impact on your health – socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically. On the flip side, interaction with your peers, time spent with family, and a community support…
February 12, 2024
Choosing the right retirement home is a big decision! A retirement home can make a big impact on your quality of life – which is why it’s so important to…
January 16, 2024
As we ring in the new year, many make resolutions to improve ourselves. Whether your resolutions are to eat healthier or to spend more time engaging with your favourite hobbies,…
January 16, 2024
Retirement homes can play a crucial role in ensuring seniors live a comfortable and fulfilling life in their golden years. Despite that, many people still believe some dated myths about…
November 28, 2023
As our loved ones enter this new stage in their life, the decision to transition to a retirement home becomes a significant consideration. Finding the right retirement home in Edmonton…
November 28, 2023
Retirement is often viewed as a golden opportunity to indulge in one’s passions and interests, unburdened by the demands of a career. Retirement homes in Kelowna are increasingly recognizing the…
November 7, 2023
Written by Castanet – Original Article here Orchard Gardens Seniors Community, on Gerstmar Road in Kelowna, will be paying tribute to a very special new resident this weekend. Not only…
October 21, 2023
There are so many physical and mental benefits that come from staying active all year round. When the weather transitions from summer to fall we may begin to believe that…
October 7, 2023
Now that the weather has changed and it is officially fall, the accessibility of outdoor activities have changed slightly from the summertime. With some creative thinking, you can easily find…
September 20, 2023
As we enter autumn, it’s important for seniors to be aware of fall safety! While living in a retirement community provides additional safety that a senior living on their own…
September 10, 2023
It’s that time of year again when everyone seems to be getting sick. How can you protect yourself or your senior loved one from getting sick this cold and flu…
August 23, 2023
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive disease that begins with mild memory loss and sometimes leads to losing the ability to hold a…
August 8, 2023
When living in a retirement community in Kelowna, it is essential that you or your senior loved ones maintain quality relationships. A common reason people hesitate to move into a…
July 27, 2023
So you’re thinking of moving yourself or your senior loved one into a retirement home in Kelowna, now what? Once you’ve decided on the retirement community, it’s important to think…
July 20, 2023
At Orchard Gardens, retirement living in Kelowna comes to life! In this bustling senior community, residents find a multitude of engaging activities tailored to their interests and well-being. Here are…
June 29, 2023
Living in a VRS retirement home in Kelowna is amazing for many reasons. Residents are able to enjoy comfortable living in a safe environment while maintaining their independence. Orchard Gardens…
June 22, 2023
One of the many great things about Orchard Gardens Senior Community is the many games nights the residents get to enjoy. Everyone loves a good games night, but did you…
May 22, 2023
Visiting your senior loved one or family member is an important way for them to stay connected and for you to show how much you care. Father’s day is coming…
May 8, 2023
As the weather gets nicer and nature starts to blossom, you might begin to miss the garden at your previous home. Moving to a retirement community doesn’t need to mean…
April 19, 2023
So you’ve decided to begin retirement living at Kelowna? You’re probably feeling many emotions – excitement, worry, nervousness – and these are all normal! Moving is a big deal and…
April 14, 2023
Living at a VRS Retirement Community has many benefits, including an active and social atmosphere, daily services and on-site amenities, and fabulous food. With almost 50 years of experience raising…
March 17, 2023
Designing your Kelowna retirement home can be an exciting and daunting task. There are countless decisions to be made, from choosing the right Kelowna to deciding on the style of…
March 3, 2023
As we age, it becomes more important than ever to prioritize our mental health and emotional well-being. Living at a Kelowna independent living community can provide a wonderful opportunity to…
February 17, 2023
When living at Orchard Gardens, you will always have a lot of fun things to engage in, whether it’s utilizing one of the many amenities you can find on-site, or…
February 15, 2023
There are a few things that you should never compromise in your life, and your safety should be at the top of that list. As a senior, you don’t want…
January 23, 2023
While living at our retirement community in Kelowna, you will want to ensure that you are staying active in all aspects such as physically, socially, and mentally. While it may…
January 18, 2023
Studies have shown that after you exceed the age of 50, you will begin to notice that your hands are not as strong as they once used to be when…
December 21, 2022
MYTH: moving into a retirement living community is for seniors who need extra care. TRUTH: living in a Kelowna retirement community means support with home maintenance, quality services, daily activities,…
December 13, 2022
If you’ve had a chance to step outside of your Kelowna independent or assisted living community, you will immediately feel like winter is already here. As spending longer periods of…
October 24, 2022
On November 11, Remembrance Day, people around Canada and the world take a moment to remember the day that World War One ended and all the lives lost in that…
October 12, 2022
As the weather slowly starts to get cooler, the idea of moving into an independent living community at Kelowna in the Fall, seems to be more and more attractive. As…
September 28, 2022
As we head into the holiday months, there is joy all around as we get to join in on the festivities and time spent with our family and friends around…
August 29, 2022
Are you wondering what an affordable seniors housing community looks like in Kelowna? Orchard Gardens might be the answer to all your questions. With the cost of living going up…
August 24, 2022
Summer is almost slipping away and if you or your senior loved one have not had a chance to travel now that restrictions have eased up, you may want to…
July 22, 2022
Are you looking for a change in lifestyle or scenery for yourself or your senior loved one? If this is the case, retirement living may be something you are interested…
July 21, 2022
Now that summer is officially here, your senior loved one may be excited to head outside and soak up the sun and warm weather here at Orchard Gardens. Whether you’re…
July 19, 2022
When it comes to deciding if retirement living is the right step for you, it is important to determine whether independent living or assisted living in Kelowna is better for…
June 23, 2022
Summer is just right around the corner and a benefit to retirement living in Orchard Gardens is that you can enjoy the new season without worrying about cleaning or maintaining…
May 26, 2022
Have you been trying to envision what the next chapter of your life will look like? Maybe it’s not for you personally, but for a senior loved one instead. Retirement…
May 24, 2022
If you or your senior loved one have been looking into various senior living options, you may have some questions about the differences between independent or assisted living for seniors.…
May 19, 2022
Have you been trying to decide if living at a seniors retirement in Kelowna is the best decision for you or your senior loved one? Knowing the right questions to…
April 16, 2022
Are you considering moving into a retirement living facility in Kelowna? Maybe it’s not you, but a senior loved one who is considering taking that step but does not want…
April 13, 2022
Moving into a retirement community has many benefits for you or your senior loved one. Recreational activities organized by the experienced and passionate team at Orchard Gardens plays an important…
April 9, 2022
Are you considering a retirement home for yourself or your senior loved one? Maybe you’re debating whether you’d prefer an independent living seniors community such as Orchard Gardens over an…
March 31, 2022
It is now officially the beginning of Spring! With the change of season into warmer weather and lighter days, we suddenly have so much more time and opportunity to do…
March 30, 2022
When living at a seniors retirement community, you can always expect Orchard Gardens recreational coordinators to plan out some activities you can participate in every day of the month. These…
August 26, 2021
By Andrew Trinder, Director of Operations, VRS Communities Seniors Living If we turn back the clock to October 2019, we at VRS Communities reached a new phase in our operations.…
August 24, 2021
Retirement Homes are great places to experience healthy aging, friendship, and relaxation. Here are our 5 biggest tips on choosing the right Seniors Community for you and your loved one.…