The Village of Arbour Trails
The Village of Winston Park
Description
Situated on the beautiful grounds of The Village by the Aboretum, The Village of Arbour Trails features Bungalow Townhouses, Independent Living Apartments with full kitchens, Retirement Apartments, Full Service Retirement Suites with walk out patios, Assisted Care and Memory Care, plus our signature Town Square and Main Street. Our friendly, well trained team, includes 24 hour professional nursing staff for your comfort and security. Come and discover why "It Takes a Village to Care".
Experience exceptional care at the Village of Winston Park.
From Independent Apartments with full kitchens, to Full-Service Retirement and Assisted Care suites with walk-out patios, and specialized Memory and Long-Term Care — we offer living options to suit every stage of life.
Discover why we say, “It Takes a Village to Care.”
Join our vibrant, compassionate community and find the perfect place to call home.
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
The Village concept that sets us apart was always meant to create a living space for seniors that feels like a small town. In many ways this is similar to the experience our founder, Ron Schlegel, had growing up in Ailsa Craig outside of London, Ont. Our Main Street connects to the Town Square as the social spine of the Village. Together these spaces allow for indoor and accessible options for residents to live life as they always have. Ron also envisioned the Village as community hubs for seniors and others from the surrounding community. His vision was to connect the Village to the broader community to enhance the lives of residents as well as support those living outside the Village.
At The Village of Winston Park, the Schlegel Villages philosophy is expressed through a true village model of living and care. Daily life is built around connection, choice, and meaningful relationships between residents, families, and team members. Shared spaces, neighbourhood design, and consistent staff presence help create a setting where residents feel known and supported while maintaining as much independence as possible.
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
What supports do you offer residents as they adjust to life there?
Each resident who calls the Village home, comes with a unique life story. By completing our My Experience (ME) Form, you help us better understand your life, experiences, values and preferences. In order to support you to live well within our village, we need to begin by hearing your story. Your dedicated Village Experience Coordinator helps guide you through this paperwork and helps make the move-in experience as smooth as possible. Our resident Welcoming Committee strives to help their new neighbours feel welcomed and connected.
When someone moves in, the transition is supported by our Village Experience Coordinator, Resident Support Coordinator and the resident welcoming committee members.. Shared meals, warm gathering spaces, and the rhythm of daily village life make it easier for new residents to quickly feel at home in their surroundings. Team members learn residents’ preferences, routines, and interests so new people can feel comfortable and confident. Opportunities to participate in activities, programs, and everyday conversations help residents build connections and quickly develop a sense of belonging within the village.
How are residents supported if their needs change?
How are residents supported if their needs change?
The Village of Arbour Trails gives residents access to a range of living options. In addition to retirement living apartments and independent living, the Village offers assisted living and memory care,supported by professional care teams. This structure allows residents to receive additional support as their needs evolve while remaining in familiar surroundings and maintaining the relationships they have built in the village
We offer a full continuum of living and care options within the same village. Residents can access independent apartments, retirement living, assisted care, memory care, and long-term care as their needs evolve. This approach allows seniors to remain in a familiar environment with the support of professional care teams while continuing relationships within the village.
Under what conditions would you advise someone against choosing your community?
Under what conditions would you advise someone against choosing your community?
People seeking a small residence, a lot of privacy, or minimal community interaction may find a different type of setting more suitable. Arbour Trails is designed for seniors who appreciate a vibrant village setting with shared spaces, programs, and a range of care and service options. Our community tends to appeal to those who value connection, flexibility, and the reassurance of a broader continuum of care.
Winston Park may not be the right fit for someone looking for a very private or independent lifestyle. Life in the Village is designed to feel like a small town, where relationships, shared spaces, and daily interaction are part of the experience. Residents should also be comfortable living in a community where fellow neighbours have a variety of different care needs. We are a full continuum of care Village and we strive to make it a place where everyone belongs. We’re best suited for people who want to be part of a community—to know their neighbours, to be known by name, and to live in a place where connection and belonging are part of everyday life.
What might residents find surprising about your community?
What might residents find surprising about your community?
New residents often say “I wish I had done this sooner!” They’re surprised by how quickly they become absorbed in the community and how fast new friendships develop. In no time at all, everybody knows their name and like in any small town, a walk down Main Street is an opportunity to connect with friends and new acquaintances. People are also surprised by opportunities offered to grow and learn in their new community. They find new passions like hosting a podcast, riding a mechanical bull, becoming an artist or fulfilling a lifelong dream of skydiving. As they say, the possibilities are endless.
Residents are surprised by how soon they are known personally, and how welcoming the community feels. Many families are surprised by the warmth and relationship focus of the atmosphere, once they spend time in the village. The level of engagement—from activities and social opportunities to everyday conversations—often stands out as something people did not expect from a retirement community.
How will your community change in the next five years?
How will your community change in the next five years?
Over the next few years, Arbour Trails will continue strengthening our village model, supporting residents throughout the aging process. We’ll stay focused on enhancing care services, community programming, and partnerships within the Village by the Arboretum so residents can remain active and engaged. Future developments will continue supporting aging in place while maintaining the welcoming village environment that residents value.
In the coming years, Winston Park will continue strengthening the village model that has guided the community from the beginning. The focus will remain on compassionate care, strong relationships, and opportunities for residents to remain active and connected as their needs change. Future developments are expected to build on the established continuum of care while preserving the sense of belonging that defines village life.
What five facts about your community should people know?
What five facts about your community should people know?
Ask us about our:
#ElderWisdom: Stories from the Green Bench Podcast
Program for Active Living
Riverstone Spa
Signature Programs
Being located within the Village by the Arboretum
Offers independent apartments, retirement living, assisted care, memory care, and long-term care.
Part of the Schlegel Villages family of communities, built around the philosophy that “It Takes a Village to Care.”
Features a Town Square and Main Street layout that encourages daily connection and activity.
Designed to support aging in place within one connected village community.
Located on Block Line Road in Kitchener.
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Dementia & Memory Care
Long-term Care
