While we believe every season represents the perfect time of year to consider a move to one of Tapestry’s active aging communities, summer is particularly wonderful given that all of our communities are situated in lovely neighbourhoods with beautiful natural surroundings that offer many ways to continue to enjoy outdoor living with plenty of opportunities for hosting friends and family.

From nearby forests to urban walking trails to oceanfront pathways, each of our two Vancouver-based communities and our Victoria location have easy access to outdoor adventures – whether that’s a walk on the beach, a game of pickleball, or a short walk across the street to buy your favourite tea or specialty chocolate.

Our building designs take advantage of the surrounding views and natural light, with spaces specifically designed for entertaining and relaxing. What better way to celebrate summer than by watching a sunset from one of our rooftop decks or patios, hosting a barbeque, or meeting new friends for Happy Hour? The added bonus? There are no lawns to mow, no weeds to pull, and no lawn watering schedules to worry about!

“Ask yourself, how much work am I doing (or paying for) in and around my home and is that how I want to spend my time?” suggests Tiffany Whelan, Tapestry’s Director, Sales. Tapestry can help with the cleaning, the cooking, and even transportation if you no longer wish to do these things or just need a break. You can choose to spend your time doing the things you want to do, versus the things you have to do.

Our award-winning communities were purpose built for a new generation of seniors, creating environments that can help extend your independence. All our suites and shared spaces were designed with accessibility, comfort and safety in mind. From walk-in showers and vinyl plank flooring in your well-appointed private suite with full kitchen, to open and well-lit, thoughtfully designed communal spaces both indoors and out.

We also make getting out to run errands easy – shops and services are a short walk or drive away and if you prefer not to drive, each of our communities offers in-house transportation to medical and other appointments and for organized group outings.

There is also a vibrant community of people to get to know at Tapestry. “We hear from so many of our residents how easy it is to build connection and relationships here…although they have all lived very different lives and had different experiences, they have the common ground of being at the same stage of life,” says Tiffany.

Another factor to consider when thinking about the move to retirement living is your preferred lifestyle and level of wellness, and how well your current environment is set up to help you maintain your independence. At Tapestry, all our programming and day-to-day activities are planned with the 7 Dimensions of Wellness in mind.

If you are looking to preserve or build your strength, balance or endurance (or all three!), our in-house kinesiologists can design and deliver an individualized program for you on site. That is in addition to our daily activity offerings – with fitness classes at all levels, ranging from chair yoga to Zumba just to name a few examples.

“I like to say we have everything from mild to wild,” Tiffany says. “We have diverse programming appealing to different activity levels. Our activities are also very resident driven and we’re here to help you create new memories. If there is something you want to do that doesn’t exist, let us know!”

Tapestry’s focus on the 7 Dimensions helps our residents maintain a healthy mind, body and spirit. That’s the key to staying fit, healthy, active and ‘firing on all cylinders’, which is critical to maintaining independence.

Why not celebrate summer by making the move to Tapestry, where you’ll be free to take full advantage of all our outdoor and indoor offerings? If you are looking for a vibrant and active retirement living community, please contact us and we would be pleased to host you for lunch and a tour.

We also offer valuable move-in incentives and move-in support services to make your transition to senior living a stress-free and seamless experience.