Kamloops Seniors Village

1220 Hugh Allan Drive
Kamloops, BC, Canada
V1S 2B3
Phone: (250)-571-1800
Fax: (250)-571-1799

The moment you walk into Kamloops Seniors’ Village you’ll know you have arrived at a different residence. Located near the Aberdeen mall, this stunning post and beam construction has a wonderful view of the North Thompson. This is a place you can truly call home, where friends and family will love to come and meet.

Kamloops Seniors Village is a campus of care with 101 Assisted Living suites and 114 Residential Care rooms. The Campus of Care allows residents to age in place and is also ideal for couples who will be able to stay together in the same building as their care needs change.

Independent/Assisted Living Suites

This is for residents who wish to maintain their independence, knowing assistance is available when they need it. Independent/Assisted Living residents need to be Self Directing, and they also need to be mobile (they may use walker and/or wheelchairs as long as they are able to transfer). This is ideal for couples as well as singles.

Independent/Assisted Living suites are studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom suites – many with spectacular views
All suites are well appointed and pleasingly decorated
Furnishings include: kitchenette with bar fridge, fixtures and curtains
Bathrooms are large and are configured for easy access with higher toilets, walk in showers and plenty of grab bars
One-step emergency call bells in every suite: living area and bathroom

Independent/Assisted Living Amenities

A warm, elegant central dining room with two meals included every day
Bistro gathering area, where residents and guests can enjoy a beverage and snack with family or friends
Lounges and outdoor areas offer gathering places or a quiet retreat
Library and internet lounge
Bus trips and outings allow residents to access their favourite shops in bustling Kamloops, as well as travel to unique locations and attractions
The General Store is open for business, supplying fresh milk, bread, cereal and a variety of other items

Independent/Assisted Living Entertainment and Activities

We provide the entertainment and activities; you decide what you wish to do. You are welcome to participate in as much as you want, or to take quiet time for yourself. It is your decision.

Musical entertainment
Movies
Billiards and pool
Gardening
Volunteer opportunities
Bus Trips
Computer Education
Wii
Board and Card Games
Discussion Groups and Trivia
Bingo
Celebrations
Church Services
Crafts

Residential Care (Skilled Nursing Care)

Residents are cared for by a highly trained, professional and caring staff, in a safe and secure environment. To ensure intimate, home-like surroundings, each mini-community has 6-15 rooms and its own dining area. Rooms are tastefully decorated in soft colours with comfortable furnishings. Residents are encouraged to bring familiar belongings and decorations to create an atmosphere that is familiar to them and to their families.

Residential Care Amenities

Beautifully appointed, furnished private rooms, each with 2 piece ensuite
Dietician-planned meals (three meals daily plus snacks)
Specialized bathing facilities in each mini-community
Lounges and outdoor areas
In-community hair dresser

Residential Care Entertainment and Recreation

Our trained Recreation Staff is dedicated to making time spent at Kamloops Seniors Village quality time. We want our residents to be able to fill their days with worthwhile activities and entertainment to the best of their ability. We encourage the participation of family and friends. We also respect our residents’ rights to dignity always, and privacy when they wish it.

We take every opportunity to celebrate special occasions: - birthdays, holidays, special days, the seasons, and anything else that might be happening.

A few of our activities include:

Music and music therapy
Games – bowling, bingo cards, board games, Wii
Crafts
Baking
Exercise groups
Walking groups
Special occasion celebrations

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For information, reservations, tours etc, please contact Shelley Grenier at (250)-571-1804 or sgrenier@retirementconcepts.com

Staff

Paula James General Manager Paula, who is originally from Saskatchewan, fell in love with the Interior and all it has to offer when she worked as the Nursing Care Coordinator in Merritt from 2001-2005. She has worked in a variety of clinical and management positions throughout her 20 year nursing career, with the majority being in Regina, Saskatchewan. She recently moved back to the Interior from Grande Prairie, Alberta in August 2008 where she was the Administrator/Director of Care at the Grande Prairie Care Centre. She started her career in Gerontology, specializing in Alzheimer's and Dementia care and has always felt a connection with seniors since her early childhood. She attributes this to growing up with her grandparents across the railroad tracks in the small village of Mistatim, Saskatchewan. Paula graduated as a Registered Nurse from the Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science & Technology in 1989, completed a Post RN Degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 1997 and was awarded her Masters of Health Studies in Leadership from Athabasca University in June, 2009. Paula is delighted to serve as a professional role model for all staff and to work towards improving the quality of life for seniors by ensuring the smooth operation of all aspects of the facility and upholding its reputation in the community.	Email
Lynda Therrien Administrative Coordinator Lynda started at Kamloops Seniors Village as Receptionist/Scheduler in August, 2008 before taking over the duties of Administrative Coordinator in 2009. Prior to coming to KSV, Lynda had completed a degree in Elementary Education as well graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology – she enjoys a life of variety. Lynda is highly organized and knowledgeable, and proud to say she knows the name of every resident and staff member in the facility. She is responsible for admitting, billing, accounts payable and payroll as well as the three budgies that reside in the hallway of Residential Care. She has learned that seniors are an incredible source of wit, laughter and stories and is fascinated to be working with them.	Email
Antonia 'Toosje' Devos Director of Care Toosje (pronounced “Toe-shh) comes to Kamloops from Southern Ontario, near Niagara Falls. She is a Registered Nurse who brings a wealth of experience in both acute care and long-term care, as staff and as management, in Ontario, Quebec and New York State. As well as the relevant nursing credentials, Toosje has a diploma in Clinical Management and is a Certified Long-Term Care Administrator. She holds a Certificate in Gerontology Case Management from McMaster University. She views learning and education as a life-long undertaking. Toosje is delighted to be in Kamloops to share in the care and well-being of our residents. She brings a true passion for long-term care residents and care givers. She is looking forward to leading the nursing team in the learning and application of the best practice standards in the province to provide KSV residents with the care they deserve.	Email
Karen Desormeau Assistant Director of Care Karen began her nursing career while still in high school. Her love of nursing started as a candy-striper to care-aide to LPN. After raising 3 beautiful daughters with her husband while working in a small rural northern B.C. community for 20 plus years it was time for her to spread her wings, move to the city of Kamloops, where she attended TRU and obtained her R.N. bachelor degree as well as completing a 3 year long distance palliative care certificate through Grant Mac Ewan in Edmonton. After working in Hospice care for sometime, Karen accepted the position of Assistant Director of Care at Kamloops Senior Village in Kamloops. Karen believes her passion for palliative care and her love of seniors comes from growing up in a small community with great family values. Karen is delighted to join the KSV team and hopes to empower healthcare providers by enhancing their educational needs thus continuing to provide the quality of care that seniors not only deserve, but to also to ensure that it in a manner where dignity and respect is always first and foremost.	Email

Shelley Grenier
Marketing Coordinator

Shelley is originally from Eastern Canada, where she graduated from the University of Waterloo with an Honours Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies. She has continued her education over the years and acquired certification in Human Services Management and other related fields. Shelley is a Certified Senior Advisor.

Shelley’s career began in Toronto, Ontario where she has held positions as Recreation Therapist, Recreation Supervisor, Program Supervisor, and Supervisor of Home Support Services.

She has worked extensively in Seniors Care. Shelley has lived in Kamloops for the past 14 years and has raised two daughters she is very proud of. Shelley is an extremely dedicated and self-disciplined individual and is proud to be intricately involved in the provision of high quality and responsive services that promote the health and independence of seniors in our community.

Shelley is thrilled to be part of the leadership team at Kamloops Seniors Village and Retirement Concepts.

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