The Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA) has updated rules to allow for in-person tours of retirement communities again!  We know that many of you and your loved ones have been waiting to visit our beautiful locations – and now you can!  To schedule your private tour with one of our helpful retirement living experts, please click on your location of interest below and find out how you can be Happier Here! Meadowlands (Ancaster) V!VA Barrhaven V!VA Mississauga V!VA Oakville V!VA Pickering V!VA Thornhill Woods V!VA Whitby Shores Waterside (Carleton Place)  The po ..read more

In December, Waterside – A V!VA Retirement Community celebrated the festive season in a variety of ways, beginning with decorating the Waterside Bus and driving it as a float in the Carleton Place Santa Claus Parade. Community Members were treated to a Candy Cane Social which featured tasty treats and drinks, while they also made their own Christmas Wreaths. Community members were also treated to a visit from the big man in red during the Community Member Christmas Party. The post A Tasty December appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

In December, V!VA Oakville Retirement Community was alive with a holiday spirit and festive cheer. To kick off the festivities, we welcomed the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton Steel Pan Band for an upbeat performance that filled the air with the mellow sounds of steel drums and tropical beats. We also got creative in the V!VAcraft Kitchen creating beautiful holiday flower arrangements, and enjoyed a performance by the Soli Deo Gloria School of Dance and Arts. The post A Fun and Festive December appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

This year’s Toy Drive in support of the Jewish Immigrant Aid Services was a huge success! Thank you everyone who helped. Pictured here are some of our gift-wrappers with a days work. The post Another Successful Year! appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

The only thing brighter than the lights were the smiles at V!VA Mississauga Retirement Community’s First Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, followed by festive treats, music, and dancing! The post What’s brighter than holiday lights? appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

December was an eventful month at V!VA Whitby Shores Retirement Community. We held a special desert café event with a chocolate fountain, enjoyed the Christmas displays and decorations at Parkwood Estate (pictured above), created fun Christmas gnomes and holiday centrepieces in the V!VAcraft Kitchen, and had a Holiday Mixer social. It was definitely a festive time for all of us here! The post A Busy Holiday Season! appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

In December, V!VA Pickering Retirement Community was abuzz with festive activities and holiday cheer. Residents enjoyed an evening excursion to a stunning holiday light show, soaking in the spectacular view of twinkling lights. The month also had a traditional Turkish coffee tasting in the V!VAcraft Kitchen, accompanied by delicious treats. Closer to Christmas, the Lobby and Perks! Cafe was filled with joy and laughter as residents sang Christmas carols together. The post A December to Remember appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

Elaine and Janice were showed off their baking prowess in the V!VAcraft Kitchen when they decided to whip up a batch of sweet, tangy lemon squares to share with their fellow Community Members. When life gives you lemons, make lemon squares! The post Forget lemonade! When life gives you lemons; do this instead! appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

This holiday season, the Lifestyles Team made its rounds to take in the most remarkable ugly Christmas sweaters that Community Members had to offer. It was a truly festive occasion as almost the entire Community showed up in their “finest” ugly Christmas-themed attire, including the much-anticipated Sock Parade. Of course we couldn’t celebrate the season of giving without giving away a few small gifts, along with serving some festive goodies. The post Beautifully Ugly Christmas Sweaters appeared first on VIVA Retirement Communities ..read more

Elderly financial fraud can happen to you! It happens every day to thousands of unsuspecting seniors across Canada. Modern technology and the availability of personal information online make it easier for scammers to be undetected. Must-Know Senior Financial Frauds Financial fraud is an everyday occurrence across the country with the Canadian Department of Justice warning seniors are the most targeted by scammers. Senior financial fraud cases vary by method and techniques. Below are some types of fraud to be aware of. Grandparent Scam This form of elder fraud begins as a telephone call to a se ..read more