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H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y 37 | Thursday October 12, 2017 | OAKVILLE BEAVER | www.insidehalton.com 7 Signs You're a Good Candidate for Senior Living - Advertorial - Ask yourself these questions to see if premium senior living at Amica is a good fit for you Do you like your privacy? Amica residences are condo-like settings where all residents have their own studio, one-bedroom or two-bedroom suites with your own bathroom. Do you value your independence and freedom? This is a big one. At Amica, you live each day your way, just like you would in your own home. You set your schedule, come and go as you please, decide what and when to eat, etc. Professional, caring staff are on call 24/7 if you need a hand. Do you appreciate good food? Amica's dining room is like a restaurant where the servers are friendly, the food is delicious and nutritious and the menu changes every day. Every month you'll get to select from 112 different entrees, 56 soups and 56 desserts! Our culinary teams also take requests and cook for special diets. Do you feel ready to hand over household maintenance? Seniors commonly choose Amica when they don't want to cook and clean anymore or they're finding it a challenge. Don't worry that you'll lose your green thumb, though: some residents like to help with light gardening. Do you enjoy hobbies and pastimes? Since we handle groceries, meals, housekeeping, linen service, yard work and maintenance, you'll have more time for socializing, keeping in touch with family, volunteering and more. Do you like staying active? All Amica communities have fitness centres and exercise classes for a variety of abilities. And you don't need to leave the community: the facilities are right on site. Do you like having fun things to do? It's tough to find yourself bored at Amica: seniors enjoy events and outings organized by staff based on what residents in each community like to do. Examples may include happy hours, musical performances, guest lectures, excursions or shopping outings. There's no pressure to join: all recreation programs are voluntary. Did you know you can try premium senior living to see if you like it? Book a visit at Amica.ca and ask about a trial stay. Rayner Hayhow celebrated his 100th birthday on Oct. 7, along with his wife Jean of 74 years. The couple was joined by many of their family and friends at Del Manor retirement residence in Glen Abbey. Here, Rayner shows his wife Jean, a certificate of congratulations from Queen Elizabeth II. | Graham Paine/Metroland I didn't expect to feel so comfortable here. Feeling at home means enjoying the things you like to do. Which is why at Amica, you can always enjoy your day the way you want to. Expect an all-inclusive community, personalized to you with a range of first-class amenities and services. Independent Living · Assisted Living Book a visit to learn about our enhanced care and support options. Mature Lifestyles Amica at Oakville 160 Bronte Road 905-842-8167 amica.ca/oakville