| Maybe you have considered
simplifying your life and wondered if moving to a
retirement community might be the answer. Yet, despite
all of the attractive services and amenities that
retirement communities offer, a little voice keeps
saying, "I'm not ready yet."
If you have researched
your retirement living options, you're probably familiar
with the myths surrounding the choices available to
you.
How can you tell
reality from myth? How can you get the most from your
retirement lifestyle?
| Myth |
Fact |
| No Room |
Deluxe studio, 1 bedroom and 2
bedroom suites with special features designed
for your comfort and convenience |
| Nothing
to do (except bingo and shuffleboard) |
An exceptional
array of daily recreational, social and educational
activities *based on residents' preferences
 |
Art classes |
|
Book review groups |
|
Special-interest clubs |
|
Computer classes |
|
Discussion groups |
|
Educational lectures |
|
Fitness programs |
|
Outings to local theaters,
museums, symphony, opera, ballet |
|
Walking groups |
|
Writers' workshops |
|
| Nowhere to do it |
Parkville Manor has a unique array
of areas where you can explore your interests,
make new friends and enjoy an enriching lifestyle.
Beginning with our craft room, fitness centre,
billiards room, fireside lounge/library to the
computer work stations, greenhouse and outdoor
deck . |
| Minimal
services |
Services
delivered with a special touch, including:
|
Unique three-phase wellness
program targeting physical health, intellectual
well being and recreation |
|
The culinary creations of
classically trained chefs served by friendly,
attentive wait staff in our beautiful dining
room |
|
24-hour emergency call service
|
|
Weekly linen & housekeeping
services |
|
Beauty Salon/Barber Shop |
|
General Store |
|
| Nowhere to go |
Parkville Manor is in a prime location,
close to downtown shopping, complete medical services,
historic cathedrals & places of worship, the
Mendel Art Gallery, Frances Morrison Public Library
|
No way to get there
|
Regularly scheduled transportation
to area malls, shopping centers and doctors' offices
|
Nobody to talk to
|
Friendly, inspiring neighbors
from a variety of fascinating backgrounds |
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