Burnaby, British Columbia
The Poppy Residences
5291 Grimmer St, Burnaby, BC V5H 0B3
- Location
- Burnaby, BC
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About this community
The Poppy Residences is an independent living community in Burnaby, BC, offering 70 private one-bedroom suites for self-sufficient seniors. The community is pet friendly and has staff on duty around the clock. Residents have access to an on-site recreation coordinator, a dining room, and several lounges and activity spaces.
Care & daily life
These care categories are listed for The Poppy Residences. Confirm the specific services, staffing and suitability directly with the community.
Assisted Living
Housing with support for everyday activities; exact services require confirmation.
About this care categoryIndependent Living
Senior-oriented housing for people living independently who want community conveniences.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
Explore the published details below. Confirm current arrangements and individual needs with The Poppy Residences.
Care & support
The community is designed for self-sufficient seniors and has friendly, reliable staff on duty 24/7.
Entries and parking lots are monitored by video around the clock.
Rooms & living spaces
The community offers 70 private one-bedroom suites.
The monthly rental fee includes weekly light housekeeping with a bed linen change, free laundry facilities on each floor, and heat, hydro and cable TV.
A guest suite is available on site.
Dining & meals
Meals are prepared fresh daily by the community's chef and served in a dining room with large bright windows. Family and friends are welcome to join residents for lunch or dinner.
The monthly fee includes lunch and dinner selections prepared by a Red Seal Chef, plus a morning continental breakfast and afternoon refreshments.
Activities & connection
An on-site recreation director plans a monthly calendar of activities, events and trips.
Activities include computer lessons, bingo and card games, gardening, sing-alongs, knitting groups, exercise classes, puzzle and chat groups, arts and crafts, and movie nights.
Organized trips can include shopping, swimming, lunch out, points of interest or a scenic drive, and the community has its own bus for outings and special events.
Shared spaces & amenities
On-site amenities include a full service dining room, fireside lounge, television and home theatre area, library, games room, computer business centre with a vision magnifier, outdoor patios, and landscaped garden spaces.
The building also has an equipment-outfitted exercise room, a large amenities room for events and presentations, and enclosed access to the neighbouring Legion.
Accessibility
Underground parking and a scooter room are provided, along with guest parking.
Location & getting around
The community is a short walk to Metrotown, Bonsor Recreation Complex and the 55+ Seniors Society, with Royal Oak Skytrain Station and bus stops on Kingsway nearby.
Shops, parks, medical services, banks and public transit are within comfortable walking distance, and Legion Club 83 is next door.
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Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact The Poppy Residences. They are conversation starters, not claims about what this community offers.
Rooms & accessibility
Which room or suite options are available? Can we see the bathroom, entrances and shared spaces to check whether they meet our accessibility needs?
Dining & everyday life
What meals and dietary options are offered? May we see a current activity schedule and ask how residents choose what to take part in?
Support as needs change
What support is included, who provides it and when? What happens if a resident needs more help than the community can provide?
Costs & moving in
Can we get an itemized quote, including fees and optional services? Is there a waiting list, and what assessments or agreements are needed before moving in?
