Preston Park Retirement Residence

November 2024

Candace Leveille

We are very pleased to be part of Preston 1 Retirement Residence. The suites have nice high ceilings that make them feel airy. A feature that we were happy with is that there is a call button with the client. 1 on the wall in the living room and 1 in the bedroom. We felt accommodated for my father in law's needs from the 1st meeting. On move in day we were greeted by Adam - maintenance. To warn us of the fresh coat of paint. He also quickly removed the sliding closet door - so it would not be a fall risk. With a nice smile ! The space has everything we needed. Perfect bathroom for walkers. An extra bar was put beside the bed :). There was enough shelving and closet space we did not need to bring the dresser. The small kitchen corner has a full size fridge, single sink and microwave. The staff have always responded to requests with smiles. Erin is the nurse on staff and responds to any additional care needs as the days unfold ( some days you need more help then others ! and it's there when you do ) Additional services are available. We have breakfast delivered. There is help with meds if needed. Dressing if needed. We are full of gratitude that we are here. I have given my kids full instructions that this would be my choice when it's my turn. This was our 2nd residence. We did have a transitional stay in between. It was recommended we have more care. Happy with our choice. Family of Preston 1 resident

November 2023

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Bree Wright

This is a beautiful facility, very well run with kind, friendly and helpful staff. My experience there was that of a warm and comfortable environment and I would strongly encourage others to visit!

January 2023

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Michelle Pedersen

Staff are friendly and helpful. It feels like home.

February 2022

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Kristen Trottier

My grandparents moved here from a different residence in the city after being not happy with the level of service they were receiving overall and the residence suggesting my grandpa move to a higher level of care while grandma remained there, separating them after 60 years of marriage. The difference we noticed at Preston Park was amazing. The management is on point, easy to speak to a readily available at the front desk with their doors always open, at their previous residence it was like jumping through hoops to get an audience with someone in charge. The activities 7 days a week are great for my grandma who can have some time away to socialize and relax while the care staff care for grandpa who has higher needs as that can be overwhelming at times for her. Thanks Preston Park for giving my grandparents to ability to continue living together, it means the world to our family!

December 2021

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Jazz Boba

Very nice place! Very friendly staff and such a beautiful and safe place for seniors!! 🙂

November 2021

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Phyllis J Byers

I have worked in the building since August 2010 and love it as the staff & residents are a wonderful bunch of people. Come and join our terrific family as we have lots of fun with laughter & caring together. We are all a part of a family community in our building. Love you all at Preston Park 1.

November 2021

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Megan Mackenzie

As a volunteer I noticed first hand the extra mile the staff goes, to make the residents have a lovely time during events. Attentive and friendly! Preston Park 1 has, and does give a lot of love!

June 2021

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Robert Svoboda

RE: Preston Park 1 Residence My mom has been a resident since February 2019. It has been a very positive experience for her but COVID-19 has certainly brought difficulties and changes for my mom, other residents, staff and families. Due to the progression of the disease I am able to actually spend time with my mom in her residence. I understand what a privilege this it and my heart breaks for each and every family that is unable to spend time with their loved ones. The management has been very accommodating and I am grateful every day that they allow me time with my mom as she slips further and further away. While my mom continues to be well taken care of, treated with kindness, respect and dignity, I believe it is also very important to acknowledge the incredible sacrifices of all of those people at Preston Park who are taking care of my mom. The pandemic has placed a great deal of strain on the management, caregivers, support staff, maintenance staff, housekeeping, kitchen staff...everyone. They are taking on the duties family members would typically take on when entering the residence, they are ordering and delivering supplies, they are facilitating appointments...the list goes on and on. And what of their own personal lives? Just as the residents have not been allowed to visit with friends and families, go out for meals, personal care services, shopping, the management and staff have also had to forgo all of these activities that were just part of day to day life before the pandemic. They are struggling as much as the rest of us yet every day they come to work, they hold the hands of our loved ones, they smile with their eyes, they soothe and comfort with their voices, they do everything they can to ease the burdens of anxiety and loneliness that our loved ones are experiencing right now. My mom is SAFE, RESPECTED, TREATED WITH DIGNITY, SHOWN COMPASSION AND GENUINE FRIENDSHIP AND LOVE each and every day that she is in Preston Park. I am grateful for each and every one of you and I will be forever indebted to all of you for taking on the many many things I cannot while this pandemic continues to wreak havoc in the lives of us all. Sincerely, Sandra Svoboda

March 2021

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troy mamer

Nice ambience, caring staff, and excellent activities. We were also able to pay for extra support for my Dad while he lived there, e.g. laundry and housekeeping services. Would definitely recommend Preston Park 1 - it was in our top two assisted living accommodations in Saskatoon.

September 2020

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Greg Trotter

I have been a resident at Preston Park for six months and know that I have made a good decision to make my home here. The facilities are modern, well kept and offer a pleasant place to live. The staff and management are friendly and caring. They call you by name and are truly interested in you and your well being. The meals offer a nice variety and almost always provide you with a choice of meals at Lunch and Dinner. The activities are plentiful, varied and fun. Preston Park 1 is a wonderful place to live. If you're considering a move to Retirement Living, come and visit this wonderful facility.

May 2020

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Pamela Hanus

UPDATE: recently, my mother has passed away. Preston Park 1 made my mom's wish to stay at home possible. Kelly's team of Care Aids and RNs have been so kind, caring and professional towards my mother and provided her the additional care she needed in order to allow us to grant her this wish. I am very grateful to Preston Park 1 (including Jody, Kristen, Kelly and all of the staff) for treating my mom with dignity, respect, and compassion at the end of her life. I would highly recommend Preston Park 1 Pam ———————— My mom was recovering from cancer surgery and deemed at risk to live independently. Preston Park 1 has helped establish a new home for my mom that is safe and enriched. I no longer need to worry that her needs are not being met. We have introduced services to assist in her daily life. Slowly she is becoming accustomed to living here and the services are slowly being withdrawn as she gets back to doing things on her own. It is reassuring to me that help just down the hall if my mom requires it. Thank you for maintaining a quality of life for my mom. Pam

February 2020

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Cheryl Stevenson

I've just had the pleasure of spending 4 weeks at Preston Park I as a nurse companion with one of the residents. The first thing I noticed was the beautiful interior with surprising ammenities such as an indoor swimming pool, two libraries, hairdresser and beautician room to name a few. I found the meals to be exceptional by institutional standards with every meal served with very polite and accommodating staff. Each meal is a dining experience with choices and linens. The activity staff are so upbeat and there is always something to do if you choose to partake. Every staff member that I met was more than willing to go the extra mile to make the residents feel like they are in their own home. I found the complimentary car and bus service helpful. Overall, I would highly recommend this facility and would have no qualms at all placing my loved ones in Preston Park.

July 2019

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Adele Riehl

Preston Park 1 was a life saver for us when our mother was recovering from a surgical procedure. They were wonderfully supportive and the medical staff provided everything our mother needed. After the first two weeks in respite care, our mother was healthy and felt better then she had in years. We booked an additional week of respite, and started exploring the idea of her moving in permanently. The Lifestyle Director Kristen was so accommodating and helped us find the right suite. The staff are wonderful and the food quality and service is uncomparable. Ever changing planned activities has helped mom adjust to the permanent move, where she has made friends and has reacquainted with friends from her younger years. Amazing that she has found connections of some sort to so many people living there. We now have piece of mind knowing that she is living independently but has the support of staff when needed. Thanks you Preston Park 1! I recommend this community to everyone and truly believe it is a great place to live.

December 2018

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Sandra Svoboda

My mom has been a resident of Preston Park 1 since February 2019. It was quite an adjustment for my mom to go from independent living in a townhouse to dependent living in a retirement residence. There were tears, confusion and anxiety as my mom tried to adjust to her new home and her new realities as an adult with diminished capacity. There were also many moments of uncertainty for us as her family as well because we simply did not have the expertise to care for mom. Seven months later, mom is very happy and this is home and central to all of this is the leadership of Jodi Gronsdahl, Executive Director. While Preston Park has all of the amenities of a high class hotel, it is the culture of the residence created by Jodi and all the staff, at every level, that make this residence a home. Yes, Jodi is a manager but she is also very much a leader who has great compassion for the residents, endless patience for family members who are trying to come to terms with the changes in their loved ones and unwavering respect for every person who works with her and passes through the doors of the residence. She is never too busy to be available to those who need her, too tired to listen to one more story, even though she may have heard it many times before, or too distracted to give hugs and a caring, attentive ear to those who need it. The qualities of character and kindness that Jodi demonstrates in her day to day routine are not lost on the staff, at every level, and they respond in kind to residents and family and friends. What she expects from others she embraces in herself and models every day. As a business model with Jodi at the helm I would suspect it is one that enjoys a foundation of success but this is not a "business" to Jodi. It is a calling from one who is honest and ethical, sensitive and responsive to others, and supportive of residents, families, employees AND the organization. Having had many opportunities for conversation with Jodi these past months as well as opportunities to spend time with her, I can attest that her optimism and hope are contagious and genuine. Jodi is an exceptional leader and I know that with Jodi and her team advocating for my mom, Preston Park will be a home in which she can live with dignity for the duration of her time surrounded by people who are genuinely concerned guardians for her health and well being. Dr. Sandra Svoboda