Abbeyfield House of Saskatoon

Abbeyfield Saskatoon is safe and affordable housing for ten independent seniors who choose to live in a family-style setting. Abbeyfield House provides companionship, security, personal space, independence and support for the senior who no longer wants to live alone. The large bungalow is located at the former entrance to the Saskatoon Sanatorium site. Abbeyfield Saskatoon is located across the street from a beautiful park with treed lanes and safe, easy to walk sidewalks. There are comfortable park benches to rest on along the way. Enjoy strolls along the river bank on paved pathways that are only two short blocks away. There is a city bus stop a block away plus a seniors bus service Access Transit for traveling to appointments and/or shopping. Abbeyfield Saskatoon provides each resident with a bed-sitting room with three piece ensuite that includes a walk-in shower. Residents furnish the suite with a bed, dresser and their personal belongings. A closet, large sink with counter space for a microwave or kettle, telephone and TV cable outlet are available in each suite. Common areas on the main floor include a spacious living room with fireplace, dining area, laundry room, solarium and craft room. A walk-in jet tub and timer controlled heat lamp are located in the communal bathroom. An elevator allows residents to access the large activity room and guest room in the lower level. It is not a licensed personal care home or a nursing home.

In recognition of the fact that independent seniors above all want to have a healthy, interesting and rewarding life, the Abbeyfield team strives to achieve just that. A day at Abbeyfield Saskatoon includes three nutritious meals, conversation, laughter, quiet times, morning coffee or afternoon tea with a snack. It might include singing, completing puzzles, gardening in the raised flower/vegetable bed, a walk in the Park, viewing a DVD, baking cookies or preparing apples for a pie. It often includes time to enjoy the evening sunset, watch the soccer teams at Holiday Park, or marvel at the movement of a hummingbird at the feeder. For those who enjoy gardening, enjoy watching gardens grow, enjoy fresh produce or those that like to tend flower beds in our Community Garden, Abbeyfield is for you. Children from St. John School visit and share a story or two while some students come to plant a variety of seeds in the Abbeyfield Community Garden. Local musicians periodically entertain. Guests and community neighbours may join the residents on special occasions, such as birthdays, Robbie Burns Day, or to create a festive environment in December.

Each applicant is required to have a sponsor who serves as the liason between the resident and Abbeyfield House.

Independent seniors

Call (306) 934-0036, or use the website.

Phone

(306) 934-0036

Website

http://www.saskatoonabbeyfield.ca/