Welcome to Origin's Astoria Suites, Nanaimo's premier assisted living neighborhood!
Astoria is Origin's unique concept for assisted living, combining a ´wholistic`
approach to personal care and a gentle resident-centered philosophy in a truly
splendid residential environment.
- Astoria's assisted living suites provide an intimate and
nurturing environment for those who need a little extra
care and daily assistance. Dedicated staff work in consultation
with residents and their family members
to create a Personalized Resident Services Plan,
promoting gentle care and healthy living for the mind,
body, and spirit. This is The Origin WayTM
- Dedicated Staff with a Passion For Caring
Our hand-picked and highly trained Origin staff are
available 24-hours a day to provide assistance in a respectful
manner that maximizes our residents dignity
and independence.
- Our staff share a common passion for caring and are
focused on enriching the lives of our residents.
- Gourmet Dining with Fresh Ingredients
Origin is committed to the highest standards of nutrition
and meal preparation. At Astoria, dining is a passion
in our beautifully decorated dining room where
family and guests are most welcome.
- Nurturing the Body, Mind and Spirit
Our on-site Evergreen SpaTM offers esthetics and
healthy living options including massage therapy, Reiki,
hydrotherapy, acupuncture, as well as hand and foot
care.
- We understand the unique needs of our residents and
offer special treatment options to promote wellness and
manage pain.
- Experience Origins wide array of daily therapeutic
recreation and gentle fitness programs plus regularly
scheduled outings and trips on our own bus. Our secure
outdoor Healing Garden features raised gardening beds
that encourage green thumbs.
- Special diets can be accommodated and Origin features
nutritious, healthy living selections at each meal.
- A Healthy Lifestyle
A full recreation program tailored to the abilities
of our residents is offered each day. Crafts, gentle
fitness, therapeutic relaxation, and outings on
our private bus all add to a wonderful enriching
retirement experience. Origin's trademarked
Swing FitnessTM
programs are led by trained staff
and allow residents to build strength, balance and
mobility at their own pace.
- Comfortable Supportive Living
Astoria is an intimate neighborhood with spacious
private suites, each with a private bathroom and
kitchenette, in an intimate and elegantly decorated setting.
- At Origin, our aim is to create a warm, friendly community
where each resident is respected for their unique
individuality, but where similarities are celebrated.
- Family, Friends and Fun
Families are always welcome at Origin's Astoria Suites.
Our residents are encouraged to develop new friendships,
experience meaningful and engaging activities
and share in the fun and laughter.
A full calendar of planned events are led by caring staff
who welcome family and friends with a warm smile and
encourage participation to make for a delightful and
fulfilling an active lifestyle.
