Our Story

In 1998, Dr. Hasmukh Patel and Dr. Kabir Jivraj founded AgeCare Ltd. with a corporate mission of developing and managing innovative Supportive Housing and Long Term Care Communities in Alberta. Their vision and passion was to introduce the “aging in place” concept. Through their first successful RFP, what was then called The Palliser Health Region, the journey to becoming the AgeCare Family of Communities began.

AgeCare created Valleyview Assisted Living and Long Term Care Community in Medicine Hat. This model was so well received and welcomed, that 10 years later, Valleyview remains a vibrant and respected choice for quality and care for local seniors. The shared vision by Dr. Patel and Dr. Jivraj for quality in care and services has meant that subsequent communities have experienced the same level of success.

One year later, Orchard Manor followed in Brooks, Alberta with 53 rooms and within the 3 years Columbia Assisted Living, 112 room community in Lethbridge, Alberta was created using a similar model.

Columbia today still boast one of the most unique designs to support seniors, created with 4 clusters of 5-8 rooms facing into a common lounge area on each floor. Together the core of the building is a soaring atrium area that provides such a bright and welcoming atmosphere for the residents. This design means no long hallways to amenities and residents never feel they might not be able to find the staff or supports they need.

AgeCare acquires Communities in British Columbia and Alberta

AgeCare began to grow through acquisition and purchased Canada Way Care Centre and Lodge in 2003, located in Burnaby, B.C. AgeCare facilitated the transformation of that community with its renaming to Harmony Court Care Centre and Harmony Court Estate - a community of 216 rooms. Harmony Court was renovated and re-launched as the local favourite for high quality housing at a price point modest income seniors can manage.

Today, Harmony Court Care Centre has successfully partnered with Fraser Health to pilot and successfully roll out the Alternative Model of Care – Rosewood Neighbourhood. The only assisted living level, secured Dementia Housing option for seniors through Fraser Health.

On September 1st, 2004, AgeCare concluded its second acquisition process in purchasing two prominent senior care communities in Calgary: The Beverly Centre Glenmore which has 214 Long Term Care beds, The Beverly Centre Lake Midnapore with 270 Long Term Care beds and which includes The Beverly Estate with 50 Private Assisted Living suites.

New Communities Join the AgeCare Family

This level of high quality and superior seniors living has been repeated in the design and construction of Sunrise Gardens, which opened August, 2009 in Brooks, Alberta.

Sunrise Gardens is comprised of 84 Supportive Living units and the moment you enter this community, you can see this is a sister community to our Beverly Centre Glenmore and Beverly Centre Lake Midnapore sites, with its superior design and features.

Sunrise Gardens was opened using a new model of care and services through a partnership Alberta Health Services. The successful launch of the newest model Supportive Living Model (4) and Supportive Living Dementia (4) began at Sunrise Gardens, the first in Alberta.
Additionally, through the Accreditation Canada process, AgeCare and Sunrise Gardens were recently recognized as having industry-leading practices, a rare citation. AgeCare and our dedicated staff have been cited for their ability to work in partnership with our community and regional health care partners to provide the seamless delivery of care and services.

A NEW CHAPTER FOR AGECARE – INTRODUCING HESTIA CONSTRUCTION

AgeCare leads the way in Environmental Responsibility,

Building Design and Construction Partnership

Sagewood Seniors Community, in Strathmore, Alberta with a 3 storey framework containing 102 seniors living rooms opened in October, 2010. The community is made up of Sagewood Estate that features 42 Affordable Housing Units and Sagewood that offers 60 Supportive Living rooms.

Sagewood Seniors Community is the first of its kind in Alberta, as the only community that offers Affordable Housing and Supportive Living on one campus. AgeCare sees a community, as a place where seniors should be immersed in a rich mosaic of lifestyles, creativity and abilities.
Recent focus groups and conversations with our community members tells us that this setting is ideal and current residents are incredibly happy with this innovative community.

Sagewood Seniors Community was built in partnership with our own construction firm Hestia. This partnership means that AgeCare can design communities, develop and operate communities exactly as they should be for our residents, quickly and on time. Our ability to create and bring to life innovation and creativity is second to none, in our sector.

This substantial community also features a LEED certification - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Meaning the building has been created to feature high efficiency boilers, fresh air ducted into the suites, reduced construction waste, water conservation measures - to name a few.

Also in Strathmore is Sagecourt, opened in August 2011, this community has been created for young families and will follow an affordable rental structure. There are 40 large affordable family style townhouses, located in a large family friendly setting.

Our Future Community

In Calgary, our next project is located in neighbourhood of Walden. This Supportive Living community features Supportive Living (4) and Supportive Living (4) Dementia in partnership with Alberta Health Services, located in the SE quadrant of the city. We have created Walden Heights to the same superior design and programming within our newest community and this will also follow the LEED certification design overview.

Walden Heights Seniors Community is also a joint project between Agecare and Hestia Construction, whih will ensure our community is completed to our highest and exact standards for local seniors to enjoy the vibrant and rewarding lifestyle they deserve.

When fully developed Walden Heights will feature Supportive Living, Independent Living, Affordable Housing and other innovative programs for local seniors.

Leadership and Shared Vision

Our AgeCare family consists of a General Manager and professional, qualified teams who oversee all aspects of the resident care and services each and every day.

Collectively, with our Senior Executive Team, Specialized Director Leadership, we share a vision to be the premier provider of “Communities of Wellness” for seniors in Canada. AgeCare is known for our quality personal and professional care services, delivered in an environment where residents feel at home and are able to age with dignity