Vistamere Retirement Residence
380 Sherin Drive L6L 4J3 Oakville, ON, Canada

Want to see our residences for yourself? Head to our website www.Vistamere.ca to take a virtual tour and see for yourself! Stay tuned for when our visitation restriction is lifted, and let our amazing staff take care of you and show you around!

We're back with another #todayinhistory. Today we found some interesting trivia from our friends across the pond! Today in 1558: Elizabeth I aged 25, ascends the English throne upon death of her half sister, Queen "Bloody" Mary Leave a if you learned something new!

Today is the 48th annual #worldhelloday! Did you know that World Hello Day began in response to the conflict between Egypt and Israel in the Fall of 1973? Since then it has been observed by people in over 180 countries! Let's continue to demonstrate the importance of communication and peace. Today, remember to simply greet 10 people (at a socially accepted distance of course).... So, in the spirit of the day, hello everyone!

It's #FeatureFriday time! We wanted to feature another awesome place in our community, True Flowers. They always have beautiful arrangements for any occasion and now they've brought in these outdoor planter inserts to help your home be holiday-ready!

This adorable couple steal the show everytime they go out! Not only are they active, but they always match their outfits when they leave the house, how cute! : news.com.au

Today is World Diabetes Day! Did you know that 1 in 10 people are living with diabetes? #WDD is the world's largest diabetes awareness campaign reaching a global audience of over 1-billion people in more than 160 countries! This year the messaging is focused on the nurses and the crucial role they play in supporting people living with diabetes! If you want to learn more, or help support this cause, head to www.worlddiabetesday.org

With Halloween just around the corner we wanted to share a #throwback to our Halloween party last year! Look at all those awesome costumes!

#tbt to last year when #jayvasquezz (On Instagram) had all our residents up and dancing! Even with the wintery weather, we were feeling HOT HOT HOT!

The winter months can make life challenging for anyone, but the cold weather and slippery conditions can be especially treacherous for seniors! Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind during your winter expeditions! Wear proper footwear to avoid slips on the ice. Dress warm to avoid frostbite and hypothermia.... Stay connected during the winter months to fight wintertime depression. Have a safety kit ready in case of power outages (blankets, flashlights, radio, non-perishable foods) Since we don't get as much Vitamin D from the sun in the wintertime, adjust your diet accordingly! Ensure your Carbon monoxide detector has fresh batteries to avoid poisoning from things like fireplaces and gas heaters! Stay safe this winter season! For more great senior tips, check out our source: Care.com

Today we want to introduce a new segment on our social media that we're calling #Todayinhistory! We know you all love the trivia, and don't worry, that is not gone! We wanted to mix it up with some interesting and maybe unknown facts from the past! Today in 1873: Yale, Princeton, Columbia, and Rutgers universities first drafted the (American) Football rules. Let us know below if you like this idea!

Today is World Kindness Day, a day to remember that kindness makes all the difference. Whether it's to yourself, a friend, family, or a complete stranger; remember to be the kindness you wish to see in the world, today and everyday! #worldkindnessday #makekindnessthenorm

This is Thelma Pepper, and Thelma has spent the last 40 years documenting other Prairie women through her photographs and stories. What's more amazing is that the Saskatoon photographer didn't start her career until she was 60; and is now being documented in a new book by Amy Jo Ehman called Thelma: A Life in Pictures. It's never too late to find your passion!... CBC News https://www.cbc.ca//thelma-pepper-amy-jo-ehman-saskatoon-p

Today we give thanks and remember those who have served and those who gave their lives for our freedom. #lestweforget

Vistamere is all decked out for fun fall festivities! We wish we could share the fun with our extended family (That's all of you!) But, we hope you are all keeping safe and warm and enjoying time with your families as well!

We wanted to take the opportunity today on #WorldFoodDay to incorporate our community in a #FeatureFriday as well! @Stonysbreadcompany is a favourite stop for us, and we want to celebrate all the amazing businesses in our community! Comment below and tag your favourite local place to grab a bite!

Today is #GlobalHandwashingDay, and amidst Covid-19 it's more prominent than ever! Let's remember to keep up good hand-washing hygiene and help keep ourselves and each other safe.

Are you as excited as we are? It's national #DessertDay so it's time to indulge that sweet tooth! What is your favourite indulgent dessert? Let us know.

We hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration with their family! We wanted to end out the celebrations with some turkey #trivia! "Do you know why you feel sleepy after eating Turkey?" The age old question! Let us know below if you know the answer!

Today is #worldmentalhealthday! Let's come together and educate, bring awareness to, and advocate to end social stigmas. It's a great reminder to all of us to take care of both our own and each other's mental well-being, as well as celebrating and supporting one another.

Looking for a way to beat that chilly October wind? Well, there is no better time to curl up with a cup of tea and enjoy a good show or a good book! Visit the link below to take a virtual-tour and find the perfect cozy spot in your future room! https://vistamere.ca/virtual-tour/

Share with us one goal that you've set for yourself this week? Let us know what you have already accomplished and what you still want to!

With fall in full swing we wanted to pumpkin-spice up this crisp, October Tuesday with some trivia!! October is known for the beautiful colours of the leaves changing, but do you know which flower it is known for? "What is the official flower for the month of October?" Let us know your answer in the comments below! Goodluck!