Who's ready for Christmas? It's time to start thinking about the festive season ahead and Wisteria Place has become a beacon of Christmas spirit!

Residents have made wine bottle luminaries to help light up our rainy nights. With the support of Keiko from the temple next door, our residents made the lovely ornaments that we used to decorate our Christmas trees.

We are looking forward to celebrating the holiday season with all of our residents! We have many activities planned for December. Join us for fun, community, and festivities. If you would like to know more about all the events that are planned, contact the concierge.

Merry Christmas!

Webinar
Seniors & Driving: Tips for Your Safety

Join us on December 8th at 10:00 AM PST for Seniors & Driving: Tips for your safety.

Dr. Bonnie Dobbs—Professor at the University of Alberta and Director of the Medically At-Risk Driver Centre—and Optima Living Principal Ali Shijvi will be discussing safe driving practices for seniors, as well as the practical aspects of driving in later life. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see it!

A Time to Remember

After Halloween, we immediately got busy making poppies for Remembrance Day. The residents knitted poppies and also made some out of felt. They looked wonderful at our ceremony on November 11th. Rev Grant Ikuta from the Steveston Buddhist Temple led the service for our residents and guests.

We are honoured to have Terry Thoburn (pictured above) as part of our community. He is a veteran and has received many medals for his service, including, the Canadian Peace Keeping medal, Special Service medal for serving with Nato in Europe, and the Canadian Forces medal for 12 years in RCAF. 

Entertainment

This past month, we were gifted with a performance by the West Point Grey Academy Orchestra. They entertained us with their rendition of some classical favourites.

We have also been treated with other musical guests, like Greg Alcock—who entertained us with his ragtime piano and popular favourites—and the Sax of Us—who created sweet sounds that appealed to all the residents.

Join an Exercise Class

Exercise classes are very popular at Wisteria Place. Whether it is lifting weights, cardio drumming, Zumba, or yoga, there is something for everyone! For those wanting something a little less vigorous, we also offer Gentle Fit and Simply Stretch.

Contact the concierge for more information!

Pack Your Suitcase

Come and experience Wisteria Place!

Did you know you can come and stay for one or two days? Take advantage of this opportunity to experience what it is like to be part of this vibrant community.

Call us! 604-204-0910

Wellness Moment:
The Impact of Food on Healthy Ageing

In this Wellness Moment, Optima Living Principal, Ali Shivji, SHAPES program coach, Brian Dompé, and the University of Alberta's professors, Dr. Sheny Khera and Dr Marjan Abbasi, discuss the impact of food on healthy ageing. 

Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see it!

Feel free to contact us should you have questions, want suite leasing information, or would like help to join our events. 

Sincerely,

Ann Lacey
Recreation Manager
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Sheila Lively
General Manager
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