Original article: Mixed-age concept widens appeal of retirement living Mixed-age concept widens appeal of seniors’ housing Welcoming younger family members into retirement complexes delivers benefits for seniors – and deepens the market for developers Baila Lazarus Western Investor February 8, 2018 Opal in Vancouver: the unique mixed-age retirement residence opens in 2019 with 44 condominiums, 56…
Read MoreOn Monday, January 29, the OASIS project was presented at a Public Hearing. Public remarks showed embrace of Element’s intergenerational aging-in-place vision. New 20-storey seniors housing tower not about money, says developer
Read MoreOASIS successfully passed the First and Second Readings on January 15, 2018 and on January 29, it will be presented to Mayor and Council for rezoning approval and processing of concurrent DP application on the first phase. Langley Township’s first 20-storey tower passes hurdle at council
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One of the perks of growing older is the opportunity to downsize; to move into a condo from a full-size home or to transition into a vibrant retirement community. Though you may be leaving behind a house filled with memories, it’s also a chance to make new ones, de-clutter, leave your mortgage payments behind and…
Read MoreAnother year of meaningful work featured in Vancouver’s Business Profiles of Excellence. In October, our Director and Vice President, Candy Ho, spoke at the BC Senior Living Association. The Association was co-founded by Element President, Don Ho, and another industry leader, Stan Hindmarsh, who cared with their hearts. They founded that association in the early…
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Pollo à la Mexicana (Mexican Chicken) Packed with lean protein and tomatoes, which are filled with heart-healthy nutrients lycopene and potassium, this low-fat and traditional Mexican dish is best served over brown rice for a hearty and comforting winter meal. Prep time: About 10 minutes Cook time: About 30 minutes Serves 4 Ingredients 4 boneless…
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With kilometres of mountainous terrain, and excellent dining, arts and cultural options to experience, Vancouver’s environs beg to be explored. Here, a few getaway ideas made for the mature adult. Harrison Resort Seniors Getaway Just a two-hour drive from Vancouver, Harrison Hot Springs draws visitors year-round to its quaint community alongside the sandy beaches of…
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Whether you need assistance with memory, health monitoring or simply want some fun entertainment, there’s an app for that. Here, five that are especially interesting for an aging population. 1. Designed and developed by a registered nurse, the Pillboxie app notifies you when it’s time to take your next pill. Simply colour code the medication…
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Link to original article here: HOMEFINDER: Bayview in Vic West adding a senior’s element Bayview in Vic West adding a senior’s element Vancouver’s Element Lifestyle Retirement buys into master-planned neighbourhood DON DESCOTEAU Wed Sep 13th, 2017 6:30am BUSINESSLOCAL BUSINESS Note: Correction to article is italicized below. Ten buildings are planned for the master-planned 20-acre Bayview…
Read MoreOriginal article here: http://www.westerninvestor.com/news/british-columbia/element-lifestyle-retirement-secures-major-langley-and-victoria-developments-1.22623857 $75-million seniors building deal for Bayview on Songhees ANDREW A. DUFFY / TIMES COLONIST SEPTEMBER 12, 2017 06:01 AM Bayview Place in Victoria, in the Songhees neighbourhood. Photograph By Bayview Place The next piece in the Bayview Place puzzle will soon be coming out of the ground with a deal to build…
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