A COMFORT LIFE REPORT:
Delmanor Glen Abbey vs. The Village of Erin Meadows

DELMANOR GLEN ABBEY

Delmanor Glen Abbey is obviously ideal if you love golfing or want to settle close to family in Oakville, but there’s much more to life here! It’s rich with luxury amenities and accommodations that people in later years find an absolute treat. Popular features include The Greenhouse Potting Room, the Serenity Spa, a movie theatre, and many more. Delmanor's ambassador program helps new community members feel right at home. Residents we've spoken to enjoy Glen Abbey's gardening outside and exercise room inside, among other things to do. It's an elegant experience, in both the shared spaces and the privacy of your suite.

THE VILLAGE OF ERIN MEADOWS

The Village of Erin Meadows continues Schlegel Villages progressive approach to senior care. Expect excellence in all aspects, from building design and layout, through care offered, to innovation in service. Flexibility is one of their touchstones. Living in My Today, Java Music Club and ElderWisdom are three signature programs that exemplify their approach in creating care environments. Since 2009, Schlegel has driven its own culture change in senior care.

DELMANOR GLEN ABBEY

I recently stayed at Delmanor after having hip surgery. The unit I stayed in was clean, bright, and accessible. I found all the staff were cheerful, welcoming, and most even remembered my name after a few days. It was good to have 24hr nursing available as well as a physiotherapist on staff. I found the food was quite good with plenty of choices, and it was nice that the servers had iPads to show what the selections looked like. As for getting out for a walk, the streets nearby are level with light traffic; the nearby Monastery Bakery and Deli is a good destination if you want any special food items. I enjoyed my time at Delmanor and would be happy to recommend this location for either a short or long stay.

My grandmother has been a resident for two years. We had Christmas dinner on-site this evening. I can't say enough about the staff. Always friendly, always smiling, and wonderful. Happy holidays, Delmanor. Thank you all.

I had the pleasure of visiting Delmanor Retirement House as a supplier, and I wanted to take a moment to thank Sean. He was incredibly helpful, friendly, and went out of his way to assist me. His customer-focused approach made the experience smooth and welcoming. Thank you, Sean, for your outstanding service.

The comfort and peace of mind! We can finally sleep at night. This is an extremely good place. It's clean. All team members are kind and dedicated. They went out of their way to make Mom feel like part of the family here.

I had a lovely visit to Delmanor Glen Abbey! The team were all so friendly and welcoming. It felt like home the moment I arrived. The residents were happy and friendly as they enjoyed a variety of programs in the beautiful amenity spaces, reading in their comfy chairs or doing artwork at a table. The suites were spacious and bright. Lunch was delicious, and our friendly server Chloe, was very attentive and remembered our names! Thank you, Matthew and team, for making my day at Delmanor Glen Abbey.

Charmaine Pelletier, management

THE VILLAGE OF ERIN MEADOWS

I visit a friend at the Village. The Village is truly what the name suggests. The place is very well managed. The care the very senior residents get is extremely good. The gym facilities, as well as the entertainment section, are well organized. The residents are informed of events well in advance. Every need of the residents is given top priority.

I am always impressed by the care and compassion of the team. I can leave knowing that my husband is being treated with respect, kindness, and genuine concern.

The village of Erin Meadows is a wonderful place for your loved ones to receive care. The staff are friendly, supportive and really want to do what is best for each client with the limited resources available. Being in healthcare, you don’t often hear positive situations only the harsh -ones. Those negative events are often very few events but travel through the rumour mill very quickly and last a long time. This organization is very open to family involvement and solutions to complaints for change. I would like to take this time to bring forward and acknowledge the staff, physicians, leadership, and volunteers for their hard work and dedication to providing this care for our loved ones.

My mom received great care during 5 month period she resided in memory care area at Erin Meadows. The PSWs on the floor are terrific and gave me comfort that my mom was being cared for with dignity and respect.

Absolutely zero complaints! My father stayed in the Egerton and Emma's neighbourhood during his time at Erin Meadows, and the level of care provided was excellent. Every nurse, psw, food service, housekeeping and therapist treated my father with kindness and dignity. My mother and I were extremely happy with everything, and most importantly my father was very happy. Thank you for taking such good care of my Dad Vernon!

Rick McDonnell, son-in-law of residents

DELMANOR GLEN ABBEY

Oakville's award-winning retirement residence is nestled in the prestigious Glen Abbey community. Offering Independent, Supportive Living and Assisted Living care and services. Delmanor Glen Abbey is a Tridel-inspired retirement community. Choose from a variety of well-appointed Studio, One & Two-bedroom suites. Our LivingWell personal coach focuses on health & wellness, while our Red Seal Certified Chef ensures culinary excellence in the dining room. Enjoy concierge services, pub, library, salon, cozy fireside lounges, spa, walking paths, mature gardens, putting green, bocce ball court, DelMarket, chapel, movie theatre and scheduled bus excursions. We welcome you to book your tour today.

THE VILLAGE OF ERIN MEADOWS

Our Village is a proud part of a Canadian family tradition of community building that goes back 70 years. The first Schlegel family home became the foundation of what Schlegel Villages is today. Here at The Village of Erin Meadows, we offer several lifestyle options to meet a variety of needs. Our continuum of care allows for residents to age with us in place as their needs change. The residents we serve come from a range of backgrounds that thread together the fabric of our community, and while we know resident-centredness is a term that many lean on these days, we truly do focus on each individual’s wishes to guide our approach to service. Our Signature Programs help us focus on the individuality of each resident we serve. Our LIVING in My Today dementia care philosophy, for example, was developed by our team and our partners alongside people with lived experience. This provides our team the opportunity to learn exactly what it means to support a person who is experiencing the changing perceptions of dementia. We also celebrate the Wisdom of the Elder as another Signature Program, thanks to the inspiration of our founder Ron Schlegel. Ron once said: “The greatest untapped resource in Canada, if not the world, is the collective wisdom of our elders,” and we honour the individual and collective wisdom of those we serve in ways large and small.

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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.

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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.

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Our full continuum of care allows residents to remain within one familiar community as their needs evolve. This includes independent living, retirement living apartments, assisted care, memory care, and long-term care, all connected within the Village. As care needs increase, residents continue to experience the familiarity, relationships, routines, and sense of belonging that make our Village feel like home.

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Erin Meadows may not be the right fit for someone looking for a very private or independent lifestyle without much connection to others. 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.

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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.

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We will continue to build on the Village concept that defines life at Erin Meadows. That means deepening our connections within the broader community, expanding opportunities for learning, creativity, and engagement, and continuing to listen to residents’ stories through tools like our ME Form. We will also strive to evolve our care and service offerings given the changing needs of our residents. The Village will keep evolving as a place where people can live fully and receive the support they need while staying connected, and continue to discover new passions, just as they would in any vibrant small town.

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