VIVA Pickering Retirement Community
1880 Glengrove Road L1V 0C6 Pickering, ON, Canada

May this New Year brings you happiness, wealth, longevity, and good fortune!

Don't miss Chef Robert's live cooking demonstration! Look out for our Facebook event.

While COVID-19 continues to pose a risk, we can't forget that flu season is upon us. Flu shots are an important preventative measure especially for older adults. Get yours at your doctor's office or at a local pharmacy.

VIVA Pickering Retirement Community, in partnership with the City of Pickering, is proud to present, Lets Put the Merry in your Holiday Season! Tuesday, Novembe...r 17 at 10:00 am Be one of the first 50 people to sign up and we will provide you with the items needed to make a beautiful wreath! : , : ! , : : : If you are unable to pick your package up, please call 905.831.2088 to arrange delivery. + Click below to register!

Join us as we give our hands, fingers and arms a nice workout!

VIVAliciors LIVE

From home care to senior apartments and more, there are a lot of housing options for seniors in Ontario. Where to begin? Heres a great overview of them all in this helpful guide prepared with information from the Ontario Retirement Communities Association. https://vivalife.ca/senior-housing-in-ontario/

September is here, and were ready to enjoy every last moment of the summer! V!VA Lifestyles Manager, Dawn, shares tips on having physically-distanced summer fun. Click below to read more: https://vivalife.ca/socially-distanced-garden-parties/

Matthew & Angel compete to see who has the best skills in the kitchen! Live on FaceBook! V!VA Pickering Retirement Community

Happy National Book Lovers Day! Reading has many benefits for people of all ages, including improved memory and reduced stress. What great book are you currently reading?

At V!VA, our Orange Dot Values guide everything we do. One of those values is "Be a friend" - which simply means treating everyone with kindness and respect. Thats why International Friendship Day means a lot to us - especially during these challenging times, when our friends matter more than ever. What are you doing to honour your friendships today?

If youve had a chance to read Parts 1 and 2 of our series on mindful meditation for seniors, you already have a great idea about the different techniques and benefits of this practice for older adults. For this final part, we sat down with V!VA Mississauga Lifestyle Manager, and certified meditation instructor, Julie Hunter, to learn more about how this practice as touched her life and the lives of her Community Members. For the full article click here! https://vivalife.ca/mindful-meditation-series-for-seniors-/

Seniors well-being is always top of mind for us. As we mentioned in Part I of this series, the practice of mindful meditation has many benefits for older adults. It is an individual personal practice that can be exercised in a group setting or alone. Although it is common to meditate with eyes closed and body stillness, there are practices that incorporate other forms. Lets take a look at some simple mindfulness techniques for older adults to consider while meditating. Check out the full article at: https://vivalife.ca/mindful-meditation-for-seniors-part-2-/

Over the last few months, we have all been faced with heightened levels of stress and anxiety in all aspects of life due to the rise of the coronavirus pandemic. While there are many ways to manage stress, one of the most effective methods is through meditation. This is the first of three brief articles written to introduce meditation in a clear and accessible way to help beginners embrace the practice. Check out our full article blog post here:... https://vivalife.ca/mindful-meditation-for-seniors-part-1-/ See more

Starting to consider retirement living for you or a loved one? Use this helpful guide to better understand the different terms used in the senior housing market and make your search easier. Click here to download: https://vivalife.ca/senior-housing-terminology-guide/

From our family to yours, Happy Canada Day!

Embrace BBQ season with this delicious recipe from Executive Chef Bruce at Waterside A V!VA Retirement Community. Bursting with colour and flavour alike, this dish is perfect for a warm summer evening. Add in the grilled corn on the cob and a summer fresh fruit salad alongside, and your guests will be asking for seconds. Try out this recipe at home or call us to book a virtual tour at your local V!VA Retirement Community location for a taste of the good life at V!VA. https:...//vivalife.ca/maple-cilantro-turkey-burgers-with- roasted-sweet-baby-pepper-salsa-servings-4/ See more

Wishing all of the fathers who live and work in our Communities the very best on this special day. We recognize this year is certainly different, and look forward to celebrating with Dads in person as soon as possible. From our family to yours: Happy Fathers Day!

Gardening season is upon us, and our Community Members couldnt be happier to get their hands dirty again. V!VA was one of the first to offer raised planters with built-in seating to allow for easier, ache-free gardening. To learn more about V!VAs Victory Gardens and the benefits of gardening for seniors, we spoke with Lifestyle Manager Laura Moon. Check out the conversation here: https://vivalife.ca/the-benefits-of-gardening-for-seniors/

ITS SENIOR MONTH!!! We want to honour the greatest generation and some great people. If you would like to nominate a local senior to receive a care package from us, please drop us a DM with details. We will draw 8 names a week for a special delivery!

June is Seniors Month.This year, the Province of Ontarios theme for Seniors Month is Aging Strong: Respect and Protect Seniors, a message that certainly resonates with all of us at V!VA - especially during these challenging times. Click the link below for some great ideas on supporting seniors during COVID-19. https://vivalife.ca/supporting-older-adults-during-seniors/

Between on-site childrens daycares at select locations and partnerships with local schools and camps across all of our Communities, we understand firsthand the benefits of intergenerational programs for our older adults. These programs provide our Community Members with a renewed sense of purpose by enabling them to pass along skills and knowledge, and they help younger generations understand aging. Unfortunately, our intergenerational activities are on-hold due to Public Health protocols, but we cant wait to hear the sound of children laughing in our corridors once again soon. Happy Intergenerational Day everyone!

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Being socially distant doesnt mean being socially disconnected! Here are some helpful tips on selecting the right software to make connecting with loved ones easier than ever. https://vivalife.ca/best-communication-technology-for-seni/

National Nursing Week is May 11-17. This years theme is "Nurses: A Voice to Lead Nursing the World to Health". We cant think of a more appropriate message or better time to celebrate nurses in the midst of this unprecedented period. To all of the nurses in the V!VA Family and throughout our communities: Thank you for your expertise, leadership and compassion. Learn more about this important milestone by clicking on the following link: https://cna-aiic.ca//news-room/events/national-nursing-week

If you love of working with seniors then we have an amazing opportunity for you. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our retirement community may have the need for help to serve and support our seniors. Help keep our Community Members safe by joining the V!VA Support Force, a Team of individuals in reserve who are available on short notice to assist in the operations of our Communities. From concierge to servers, housekeepers to general help, were looking for people with a big heart and great attitude. Enjoy competitive pay for truly fulfilling work! To learn more and apply, please go to: https://applynow.net.au/jobs/ni/ViVA687

Wishing all of our Community Members, Team Members, families and friends a very safe, healthy and Happy Mothers Day.

During these challenging times, its important to find things that still bring a smile to our faces. For many people, the thought of festive Mariachi music and delicious Mexican cuisine can evoke the brightest of smiles. To celebrate Cinco de Mayo, were sharing a V!VAlicious Mexican recipe for Barbacoa Tacos with Pico de Gallo from one of V!VA Retirement Communities talented Executive Chefs. Click the following link to see the recipe and try it for yourself! https://vivalife.ca/a-cinco-de-mayo-vvalicious-recipe/

A Special Thank You to Joanna Wheaton and the Caremongers of Durham for the uplifting cards! Karoline, Norma and all of our Community Members loved these beautiful surprises!

Join us in honouring the bravery and commitment of VIVAs Team in the face of COVID-19. Post your photo and tag it #VIVAstrong.

Thank you Durham District School Board Thank you Pickering Town Centre Thank you Compass Group Canada Thank you The International Centre

Are you looking to make a positive difference in the lives of older adults during this challenging time? Join us at V!VA Retirement Communities, where our Team is committed to living the Orange Dot Values and Making Today Great! for our Community Members. We have a wide range of full time, part time and casual opportunities in all departments, including servers, PSWs, cooks, concierge and more. Enjoy great benefits and competitive rates! Jobs available in: Ancaster, Barrhaven, Carleton Place, Mississauga, Oakville, Pickering, Vaughan, and Whitby. Click the following link to apply! https://viva-retirement-communities.applynow.net.au//ViVA6