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The Benefits of Board Games

April 13, 2022 -

Today, April 13th is National Scrabble Day! Scrabble and many other board games are incredibly fun to play and are a great alternative when the weather is gloomy. But did you know they also have many benefits for our overall health? It is essential to have physical exercise, but it is also important to have…

The 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals

April 06, 2022 -

OPAL is honored to co-sponsor with NYF Wealth Financial & Truvera Trust, our venue, and our elegant Steinway piano for the world premiere and the first live performance of The 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals composed by Vincent Ho and played by Derek Chiu. The Composer and Pianist Vincent Ho is a multi-award-winning composer in…

The Housekeeping team makes OPAL a pleasure to live in and to visit

February 17, 2022 - OPAL by element

OPAL’s Housekeeping Team is one of our community’s most spontaneous and fun groups. The housekeeping team is always friendly and outgoing, interacting with each resident as they go about their day. Heading up the team is Doma, our Housekeeping Manager. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry and a passion…

2022 Resolutions for the Intergenerational Family

January 12, 2022 -

2021 has been a long year filled with many ups and downs. With 2022 here now, it is an excellent time to reflect and move forward! A great way to do that is to set out goals and intentions for the year to come. When people think of New Year’s resolutions, our minds usually…

Planning Ahead for Your Health Can Give You Peace of Mind

November 07, 2021 - Opal by Element

In Canada, over 300,000 vehicle accidents happen every year. Even with this high occurrence, not many people are aware of the importance of health care planning. Even though 80% of Canadians have thought about advance planning, only 7% have actually completed an Advance Care Plan. Enjoy memories of the past, live in the moment, but…

OPAL Achieves LEED Gold Certification

October 25, 2021 -

We are proud to announce that OPAL by element has achieved The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification. This award means a lot to us and it was made possible with the dedication and mentorship of our Executive Committee, and the collaboration of individuals and the OPAL Team. We took our commitment…

Comfort and Safety Always Comes First

August 24, 2021 -

We all know how important building maintenance is, however keeping up with it all is challenging. At OPAL by element our Maintenance Team provides efficient maintenance services to ensure the comfort and safety of our residents. Safety Drives Our Passion Thomas, our Maintenance Manager, has 30 years of experience in construction and managing buildings for…

Why Residents Love Living at OPAL

August 18, 2021 -

At OPAL by element, we pride ourselves on offering a rich and unique living experience for residents. Don and Isabella Ho have lived with us since December 2019, and they have graciously shared what they love most about our community. A Spectrum of Care We encourage our residents to live full, active lives, but we…

The OPAL Routine Practices – Hygiene and Safety

August 04, 2021 -

At Opal by element, we care about the health and safety of our residents as well as our staff. We follow the guidelines recommended by Vancouver Coastal Health – Routine Practice in Home and Community Care. Although most of our residents and staff have completed their second dose of COVID-19 vaccines, we still prioritize the…

Understanding the Importance of A Representation Agreement

July 21, 2021 -

Very often, families with parents or relatives, who are unable to make decisions independently, find themselves in a web of questions regarding the legality of making medical and healthcare decisions on their behalf. The most common misconception is that a Power of Attorney Agreement is the only legal agreement needed, without realizing that a Representation…