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Oakpark Retirement Community
Comfort, convenience and full continuum
of care at new Alta Vista residence
On a weekday afternoon, Sheila Whyte offers an
impromptu tour of the common areas at Oakpark
Retirement Community, showing the attractive dining
room, the terrace, the library and crafts room. She loves
the convenience of the bar area, where you can get a
snack or beverage, and she also
points out the hair salon, private
dining room, exercise room and theatre
room with its big-screen T.V.
“It’s a five-star hotel as far as
I’m concerned. Everybody is friendly
and very kind.”
There’s pride in her voice – and
it’s justifiable. Spacious and comfortable,
Oakpark is a welcoming
place to call home.
Situated at Two Valour Drive in
Alta Vista, near the general campus
of the Ottawa Hospital, this brand new five-storey brick
and stone residence is a timely addition to a soughtafter,
established neighbourhood.
Lifestyle options for everybody,
including independent living,
residential care and two distinct
assisted living areas.
Mrs.Whyte lived in a house in this area for 48 years.
When it came time to relocate, she was anxious. It was
the same situation for Frank Yorke, a blue-eyed gentleman
who’d stayed put at one address for 41 years. He,
too, was apprehensive about change.
Not anymore. These Oakpark residents are thrilled
they made the right move. “After a house,“ Mrs. Whyte
says, “it’s such a great relief to have no worries and no
bills coming in all the time.”
“Absolutely,” Mr. Yorke chimes in, adding, “The staff
are all friendly and very kind. My wife just died not too
long ago and they were very compassionate.”
He’s clearly delighted to be here. “Everything’s
brand spanking new. You have gourmet meals. You can
bring guests and family in for meals.”
“And there’s always lots to do,” Mrs. Whyte says.
“I’ve been to Almonte, to Merrickville, on picnics, out for
lunch. There’s a bus for outings.”
There’s also underground parking for your vehicle.
“Quite a few of us still drive.”
They both get a kick out of
the many amenities and conveniences.
“You push a button in your
room and it tells you what’s on
the menu each day.”
“There’s something to suit
everybody,” Mr. Yorke points out.
“And everybody seems to be very
happy.”
Thanks to a comprehensive
range of options – including independent
living, residential care and two distinct assisted
living centres – you don’t have to worry about moving
again. You also have a choice of one and two bedroom
suites, one bedroom with a den, studio suites and
studios. All suites have kitchenettes. Some have a balcony
or patio. Flexible meal plans and snacks, housekeeping
and laundry services, 24-hour emergency
response, around-the-clock professional nursing staff
and activities are all part of the Oakpark lifestyle.
“I thought I’d never see the day that my mother did
yoga,” laughs Marcia Becker. Her mom, Martha, moved
in a couple of months ago. While they looked at a few
places, Oakpark was an easy choice.The location – close
to health care services and church, the facilities, onsite
medical support, walking paths, quiet residential setting
and recreation programs were all big pluses. “It’s a very
friendly, outgoing place,” says Marcia Becker. “You can
feel right at home.”
Built by Claridge Homes and professionally managed
and operated by Riverstone Retirement
Communities, Oakpark is a place for enjoying life. Guest
stays, trial periods, convalescent and respite stays are
available.
For details, call 613 260-7144 and check
www.oakparkretirement.com.
November/December 2008 • Ottawa 4 • Fifty-Five Plus Magazine