Embarking on the journey to a seniors’ community is a personal decision, shaped by a myriad of individual aspirations and desires.

For many, the impetus lies in the weariness of endless household chores and the burden of home maintenance, prompting a yearning for a simpler, more relaxing lifestyle. Others are drawn by the ease of vibrant social connections, shared experiences or the desire to prioritize wellness.

If these or other reasons for considering a move to seniors living have crossed your mind, now might be the right time to plan a move to Tapestry at Victoria Harbour, an award-winning, active aging community for independent seniors.

For those seeking to leverage the sale of their home to finance a move, recent market gains provide a springboard to support that decision. According to Jay Herrick of Herrick Real Estate Victoria, an MLS GOLD Award recipient and one of 2023’s top 10% of realtors in the Victoria Real Estate Board, now is a perfect time to sell given low inventory and solid gains experienced by homeowners over the past several years.

Herrick says the Canadian Real Estate Association Benchmark Price for a single-family home in the Victoria Real Estate Board in March 2019 was $772,700. In March 2024, Herrick confirms that number increased to $1,133,000, which means the typical single-family homeowner has added approximately $6,000 of equity per month for five years. “The best part,” adds Herrick, “is that the equity on a primary residence is tax free, meaning owners have been handsomely rewarded for living in and enjoying their home.”

Verna, who moved into Tapestry in late 2023, believes investing in your retirement living is money  well spent. After exploring many seniors’ communities, Verna selected Tapestry because of its exceptional location, beautiful suites and friendly employees.

While she understands the thought of moving may overwhelm some people, Verna says the help she received from the downsizing company, Home Again Seniors Transition Services, working in partnership with Tapestry, made the process run smoothly. “It was a great team,” says Verna. “With everyone working together, I arrived in my suite with almost everything in place, including working cable and internet.”

When asked if she struggled with downsizing decisions, Verna is matter of fact about the experience. “You have to come to a place in your mind and soul about what is best for you. Is it holding on to things…or is it living your life?”

If you are ready to make a change, Tapestry uniquely offers the services of a Sales and Move-In Advisor who can provide complimentary support to ease the transition. “For many residents, what matters most is knowing someone is by your side through the entire move,” says Carlos Martinez, Sales & Move-In Advisor. Want to learn more about how Tapestry can make your move stress-free? Visit TapestryVictoria.com or call 250.419.4261 to schedule a tour and complimentary lunch.