FAQ

No. You will be required to sign a Tenancy Agreement, which outlines the accommodation and service package they have selected. The agreement is on a month-to-month basis, which allows maximum flexibility for changing options.

Yes. Your $1000 deposit reserves your suite. It is placed in a non-interest-bearing account and is applied to the first month’s rent when you move in. Should your plans change before that date, the deposit is 100% refundable.

Yes. Managing rate increases against often-increasing operating expenses is a difficult balancing act, which we undergo every year. We will do our best to keep increases to a minimum while maintaining our high standard of services.

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Yes. Your suite is your home—we encourage you to make it comfortable and add your own personal touches. When you move in you will find your suite painted and equipped with window coverings in neutral tones. You may, at your own cost and within reason, paint walls, apply wallpaper, install draperies, and hang pictures to personalize the suite as you like. Our maintenance staff will be happy to assist you in hanging pictures and mirrors.

Maintenance personnel are available for odd repairs and jobs of this nature. There is no cost for routine suite maintenance or repairs.

No. For the health and comfort of residents and staff, The Pearl & Pine Retirement Residence is a smoke-free building.

Yes. We understand that not everyone feels comfortable at the same temperature, so each suite is equipped with its own heating system. You can vary the room temperature to suit your own comfort.

Suites are equipped with kitchenette areas where you can keep a toaster, microwave, coffee maker, etc., to make light meals and snacks.

Yes. A cot is provided depending on availability, and on a first-come first-served basis, for an occasional overnight in-suite visitor. Otherwise your guests are welcome to stay in one of our guest suites for a small fee.

Your guests are welcome to attend the dining room with you. Reservations are required and the charges can be added to your monthly account.

Yes. Visitors and friends are welcome to participate in the activity programs. We believe in the saying “the more, the merrier,” and we encourage the full use of the building’s amenities. Some activities outside the residence may require pre-booking and payment in advance, such as for theatrical or musical events. Kindly note that space on trips and activities are offered to residents first.

Yes. A complimentary glass of wine is offered at dinner. Wine at other meals is charged to your bill.

Yes. We offer complimentary in-suite meal service should you not feel well enough to go to the dining room. Simply let the charge nurse know and she will organize room service and see what you need.

Yes. We can accommodate most therapeutic diets, including diabetic, low-sodium, and renal. As a general rule, our chefs are careful to ensure all meal selections are nutritionally balanced and residents can choose daily from a varied and health conscious menu.

The Pearl & Pine Retirement Residence was designed to offer a continuum of care with options to explore if your health changes. Trained professionals are available 24 hours a day to administer health-care services. You may retain your own physician or use the services of the physician that visits the Residence.

Yes. Small animals are permitted.

Residents are responsible for the care of their pets, which must have updated vaccinations and annual physical exams. Pet care by house staff can be administered for a fee. Cats must remain in individual suites; dogs must be leashed in common areas and taken outside to relieve themselves. Residents are responsible for placing animal waste in the garbage bins.

Yes, all doors are secured to prevent entry. The front doors are locked from 9:00 pm to 7:00 am.

Yes. A fee of $75 per month is charged for indoor heated parking.

Yes. There are dedicated visitor parking spots at Pearl & Pine in addition to ample public parking close to the property.

No. This is a complimentary service to enable residents to enjoy neighbourhood outings and to access businesses and commerce

*Distance restrictions may apply.