A new age of retirement living in Bolton with Sorrento

By Brittany Grenci

When it comes to retirement living arrangements for seniors, consideration has to be given to location, amenities, overall comfort and convenience. Potential residents want to know that their needs will be taken care of while they maintain their independence.

A space that seamlessly encompasses all of these elements would no doubt be a hot commodity for those looking to make the move. After visiting Sorrento Retirement Residence in Bolton, we can confidently say that we've found such a place, and it's located right in our backyard.

From its conceptualization, Sorrento Retirement Residence has been a space uniquely designed to secure the comfortable, independent lifestyle of its residents. Sorrento's design is heavily influenced by the project's lead interior designer's incredible eye for composition and background in psychology, along with the builder's meticulous attention to detail. Everything from room layouts to colour combinations have been carefully chosen to promote comfort, social structure and engagement. 

Once you enter its front doors, you step into a warm, welcoming atmosphere, met with luxurious design elements combining classic and modern European styles. 

Situated at 10 Station Road, Sorrento residents have access to the best that Bolton has to offer. Parks and beautiful trails alongside the Humber River are just minutes away, along with shops and other activities. 

Of course, making the move to a retirement space is a big decision. Seniors and their families often express concern that their lives will completely change after they move.

Shiran Refai, Sorrento's executive director says, “the only thing that changes when moving to Sorrento is your address. We provide many luxuries and amenities that allow you to continue pursuing your hobbies and maintain your independence.”

Residents have access to a fitness center, pool, pet spa, rooftop garden, potting room, gourmet restaurant and so much more. Not only can they continue pursuing their hobbies after moving in, they'll have even more activities to explore.

Safety is top priority at Sorrento, especially amidst current pandemic concerns. The isolation and separation that many elderly ones have faced over this past year has no doubt has been extremely difficult.

Moving into a retirement living space like Sorrento allows residents to safely regain their sense of community. Social protocol measures are in place throughout the building so as to promote uplifting interaction in a safe way. If any residents don't feel comfortable leaving the premises to do their shopping, this service can be provided to them by the Sorrento staff. 

There are also unique safety features built into the building to keep residents as safe and healthy as possible, namely, its ERV system. This system allows each individual suite to filter in air from outside while pushing out stagnant air. Air is not circulated from room to room, but each suite has an independent air exchange system. If any resident should become ill and need to stay in their room, the air in that room will be independently exchanged with air from the exterior of the building. This impressive feature single-handedly raises the bar when it comes to safety standards in retirement residences whether Independent or assisted living centres.

Resident health and safety are taken one step further at the Sorrento Wellness Center, where doctors are on call at all times along with in-house nurses and personal support workers who are available around the clock.

The consideration that has been given to each aspect of living at Sorrento sets this retirement residence high above the rest. Its charming staff go above and beyond to accommodate every resident, ensuring that their days are enjoyable and their needs are met, making for a truly elevated living experience.

Sorrento suites are now available to lease. For more information, visit sorrentoretirement.com or call 647-317-7242. You can also stay up to date on its current events through its Instagram and Facebook pages at @sorrentoretirementbolton.