Amica Pickering

Amica Pickering Living Options and Amenities

At Amica Pickering, we offer a variety of living options including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short Stays to evolve with your needs. Enjoy premium amenities such as a home theatre, hair salon, spa, and library lounge. Our engaging social activities, both within the residence and in the community, ensure you remain active and connected. Our experienced and caring team, deeply connected to the community, is dedicated to providing healthy, delicious meals prepared fresh by our in-house culinary experts. Join our diverse community of welcoming seniors and families, and discover what life at Amica Pickering could be like for you.

Personalized Care and Wellness

Discerning seniors at Amica Pickering have the best of both worlds: the freedom to live each day just as they like and the reassurance that they’re supported however they wish. Our professional care and support staff are available around the clock whenever you need assistance, tailoring our services to meet your specific needs and preferences.

Prioritizing Your Wellness

Our nurse and wellness team are available 24/7 to provide assistance with mobility, dressing, bathing, or medication monitoring. We’ll work with you to determine the best way to provide care that meets your unique needs. Our professional team follows your schedule to respectfully offer assistance in the privacy of your suite. As a resident at Amica Pickering, you’ll benefit from an exclusive wellness plan customized to help meet your needs and goals. We also offer the convenience of appointments with visiting health professionals based on resident requests, including doctors, hearing technicians, physical therapists, and other service providers.

Flexible Care Options

Our professional wellness staff is available around the clock to provide in-suite care based on your personal routine and preferences. Select from a variety of care services to customize the support you receive, including personal laundry service, daily bed making and room tidy, medication management, assistance with grooming, dressing, or bathing, and more. Independent living residents can opt for care services a la carte or as part of a bundle.

Assisted Living and Memory Care

If you require additional assistance with daily living tasks, our Assisted Living Suites offer added peace of mind with a Wellness Office available on the same floor. For residents living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, full support from certified experts is available in our dedicated Memory Care Suites. We work with you to develop a Personalized Wellness Plan to help you take advantage of all that Amica has to offer, ensuring you always get the most from life.

Certified Wellness Staff

At Amica Pickering, we use a variable staffing model to meet the actual care needs of our residents. Your medical needs will be overseen by our Director of Wellness, a registered nurse selected for their education, experience, clinical background, and expertise working with seniors. A Wellness Coordinator helps organize care services for every resident, ensuring consistent and compassionate care.

What to Expect When You Require Assistance with Daily Living

We follow your lead to provide exceptional service, including freshly prepared daily meals, housekeeping and maintenance, cleaning and laundry, and scheduled transportation. The residence concierge and emergency response pendants offer residents and families a safe and secure environment. Enjoy a dedicated lounge and dining room plus recreational activities designed to support your physical, emotional, social, and intellectual well-being.

Services for Assisted Living Residents

• Three meals served daily

• Snacks and drinks available in self-serve bistro

• Personal laundry and flat linen laundry

• Daily room tidy and weekly suite cleaning

• Assistance with bathing or showering

• Scheduled transportation for shopping and excursions

• Concierge and 24/7 personal emergency response pendant with on-site monitoring

Memory Care

At Amica Pickering, our dedicated Memory Care floor provides a safe and nurturing environment for residents living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. From architecturally designed accessible suites to an inviting dining room serving daily meals prepared by on-site chefs, we ensure around-the-clock support for residents in Memory Care, offering peace of mind for families.

Engaging Activities for Memory Care Residents

We provide innovative group activities and one-on-one time to cater to each senior’s interests and well-being. Residents experience fond memories through specialized music workshops, express their creativity in hands-on workshops, and find purpose in volunteering. Personalized support is customized to the unique needs of every senior in Memory Care at Amica Pickering.

Specialized Activities Include:

• Innovative programs for cognitive enhancement

• Enhanced one-on-one and group programs with weekly outings

• “My Life Story Book” and “My Life Story Box” to engage and comfort residents

• Various sensory activity kits

• Monthly family support program

Trial Stays and Respite Stays

Experience everything Amica Pickering has to offer with a short stay, trial stay, or respite stay. Each stay includes a fully furnished private suite, flexible dining, weekly housekeeping services and linen laundry, social events and activities, scheduled transportation for shopping and outings, and entertainment.

Dining Experience

Our Red Seal chef prepares healthy, balanced, and dietitian-approved meals to suit discerning palates and special diets. Select from a variety of dishes from a seasonal daily menu or a la carte menu of resident favorites. Enjoy your meals in our fully licensed dining room, self-serve bistro, on the patio, or in the comfort of your suite. We also have dedicated dining rooms and lounges for our assisted living and memory care residents.

Wide Variety of Menu Options

Select from over 112 entrees, 56 soups, and 56 desserts each month, including chef’s daily specials and an a la carte menu with residents’ favorites. Unique dietary needs and preferences are always accommodated.

Premium Amenities and Enriching Activities

Amica Pickering offers a wide range of in-house amenities, activities, and services to enrich your life and support your independence. Enjoy amenities such as a library lounge, computer lounge, self-serve bistro, craft kitchen, fitness centre, home theatre, hair salon, and spa. Engage in social activities, participate in on-site cultural events, take group trips, and pursue your passions through chef demonstrations and creative classes.

Rejuvenate with Spa and Wellness Services

Get your workout in with group and individual classes, join the walking club, and pamper yourself in the in-house spa and hair salon. Keep your mind healthy with brain fitness programs personalized for you.

Engage in Social Activities

Participate in on-site social and cultural events, clubs, and lectures. Take group trips for shopping and other excursions. Celebrate special occasions and enjoy curated events with friends and family.

Enjoy Premium Living Spaces

Choose from a variety of sizes and floor plans for your suite, filled with natural light, storage, and accessible features. Specialized lightweight hardware makes suite doors easier to open and close using minimal pressure. Windows are placed low so you can enjoy the view from the comfort of your chair or bed. Washrooms are designed for privacy and support with grab bars and accessible bathroom fixtures.

Pursue Your Passions

Take part in chef demonstrations and creative classes, share your knowledge and talents, and participate in charitable work on-site and in your community.

At Amica Pickering, you’ll find a supportive, vibrant, and enriching environment where you can enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Welcome to a place where you can thrive and feel at home.