River Ridge II Retirement Residence

Options named at River Ridge II include Apartments on the Red, River Court assisted living suites, Assisted Living Plus and The Boulevard North’s secure living area.

The residence describes support ranging from light assistance to daily personal care and memory care. The Boulevard North has seven secure-care neighbourhoods, each with 12 suites, its own dining room, common activity space and nursing support.

Care details listed for the secured area include 24-hour health care staff, care in residents’ suites, personalized care plans, regular monitoring and personal grooming.

Apartments on the Red are designed for active seniors and have full kitchens for preparing meals at home.

Listed suite layouts include two bedrooms, one bedroom, or one bedroom plus a den. Kitchenettes include a sink, cabinets, microwave and full-sized fridge with freezer; some layouts have a walkout patio or balcony.

Assisted Living Plus is on the fourth floor, with large one-bedroom suites measuring 610 square feet. They have vinyl plank flooring, extra storage closets and a spacious balcony.

Shorter and longer respite stays and month-to-month lease agreements are listed.

A lift-equipped shuttle is listed for outings, shopping, local churches, medical appointments and excursions. Regular weekend drives are offered for independent residents, with care support also provided for residents who need it.

An in-house Red Seal Certified Chef and culinary team prepare two full-course, nutritionally balanced meals daily; continental breakfast is also listed. Nutritional planning can suit different dietary needs.

The central dining room has floor-to-ceiling windows, a grand piano and river views, and opens onto a patio for seasonal outdoor dining. Full table service, room service and a private dining room for family and friends are listed.

Activities are scheduled during days, evenings and weekends. Daily options include fitness classes, music therapy, intergenerational programs, Bingo and live entertainment.

Other options include a movie theatre with a popcorn machine, a games room with pool and shuffleboard, weekly cocktail hour, and a multi-purpose room for crafts and baking.

Common spaces include an entrance with a fireplace, a main-floor bistro coffee lounge, river-facing sitting areas, a library with internet lounge, a hair salon with an on-site esthetician, a non-denominational chapel and a health and wellness centre with exercise equipment.

Weekly light housekeeping and linen and towel service are listed. Laundry facilities are on each floor, and dry-cleaning pickup and delivery are available.

Private bathrooms are described as accessible for wheelchair, walker and scooter users. The residence also lists non-slip floors, grab rails and safety features in bathrooms.

An emergency call system is listed in all suites and common areas, along with safety checks three times a day.

The residence is in a tree-lined neighbourhood beside the Red River, with walking and biking trails along the river toward Kildonan Park.

Nearby shops and restaurants listed include Walmart, Tim Hortons and Sobeys.