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Community overview

The Hamlets at Vernon is a seniors' living community in downtown Vernon, British Columbia, offering independent living, assisted living, age in place and long-term care. Studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites are available, and the community has both publicly funded and private suites. The community opened in September 2017 in partnership with the Interior Health Authority.

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The Hamlets at Vernon by Optima Living offers independent living, assisted living and long-term care suites in downtown Vernon, BC.

Care & support

Assisted living residents have wellness options as their needs change, including help with bathing, medications, daily nursing care and companion services.

Care & support

Long-term care residents each have an individualized care plan reflecting their interests, history and family situation.

Care & support

Emergency support is available 24 hours a day through certified care staff and the Tunstall system, and a wellness clinic and programs are offered.

Care & support

Publicly funded suites begin with a referral from the funding body, while private pay suites can be accessed directly.

Rooms & living spaces

Suites are studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom layouts, with room for residents' own belongings.

Rooms & living spaces

Each suite has a kitchenette with a refrigerator and microwave, window coverings, a safety-equipped bathroom and individually controlled heating.

Rooms & living spaces

Suites have smoke and heat detectors, sprinklers and an emergency call bell system.

Everyday life

Basic cable, utilities, weekly housekeeping and flat linen service are included. WiFi, phone and personal laundry are available for a fee.

Dining & meals

The community serves three meals a day and snacks. Residents have a continental breakfast and two meals together in a large central dining room.

Dining & meals

Food is prepared fresh daily on site by Red Seal chefs, and menus are based on the Canada Food Guide and approved by a dietician. Allergies and dietary restrictions are accommodated.

Dining & meals

A private dining room is available for meals with visiting family and friends, and in-room kitchenettes are available.

Activities & connection

Activities include organized outings and bus trips, fitness programs, intergenerational programs, live entertainment, movie nights, music therapy and sing-alongs.

Activities & connection

Residents can also enjoy games nights, Wii games, bingo, crafts and art classes, high tea and pet therapy.

Shared spaces & amenities

Amenities include lounges and social spaces, an outdoor courtyard, a third-floor patio with a view, an in-house hairdressing salon and religious services and spiritual support.

Shared spaces & amenities

Buses are provided for recreation and scheduled trips.

Location & getting around

The Hamlets at Vernon is in Vernon's downtown core, in the centre of the Okanagan Valley, near Okanagan Lake, Kalamalka Lake and Swan Lake.

Location & getting around

Nearby are Sawicki Millenium Park and the Allan Brooks Nature Centre, which has guided outdoor tours on the grassland.