Quinte Gardens Retirement Residence

Serving Seniors at Quinte Gardens If you love the company of Seniors , the stories of their beautiful lives, loved ones they have loved and lost, children they still speak of as young children though some are in their 60’s now .... Quinte Gardens is a place for you to work! As a staff member I have been blessed to work with amazing staff that are supportive , caring, kind and have a full teamwork outlook. I call them my work family and that is exactly what they are. Most of us spend more time with the Residents and our fellow team members then we do with our own families. For most working class this is typical. For us though We truly LOVE the residents here. There are staff that have been here since Quinte Gardens first opened all the way down to an environment that encourages the youth of Belleville to get their “ Very first job” with us. We are encouraged to grow , learn and stretch our abilities to be better at things we never thought we could. The Management team believes in us, they are stronger and better now then it has ever been in my 2 years at Quinte Gardens. The time and effort they invest in the staff, listening to us and I mean honestly listening is second to none. We all care for the residents and look after them and the management team looks after the residents and the staff , we are all made to feel like we are important. If you want to work in an environment that encourages, shows respect, builds you up and you get to grow both professionally and personally then Quinte Gardens is not only a place you should come to work but also a place to bring your loved one to live ! A very happy team member

Why I love working for Quinte Gardens! Where should I start? I have worked at Quinte Gardens for twelve years and have held seven different positions. I have had incredible opportunities to grow not only as an employee but as a person in my time here. With every growth opportunity I have been supported, encouraged and always feel like I am being listened to and my impact counts. More important then my personal growth is the true feeling of family, friendship and inclusivity. The staff are deeply caring towards the residents and that is reflected in every interaction. We are a strong community , work together and know Quinte Gardens is way more then just a place I work! Thank you Quinte Gardens for always being steadfast, committed and passionate about seniors. I am proud to call you my extended family! Paul R

I was recently at Quinte Gardens to visit my grandmother over this holiday Season. I have been overseas for a few years and have been unable to visit but on my return was astounded at the amazing changes Quinte Gardens has made. I must say the Christmas display in the front lounge and festive atmosphere at Quinte Gardens was brilliant. Residents were so excited and proud to show the Christmas display off and they should be as it is magnificent. They also have completely renovated the building and it looks spectacular. Bright cheery warm colours, beautiful new Bistro area and all brand new furniture. I am always amazing at how active and inviting Quinte Gardens is. The residents are both happy and proud to live there. The food is amazing, activities are abundant and the over all atmosphere is so warm and welcoming . Quinte Gardens is my grandmothers second family. She loves the Staff and Management. They seem to know all of the residents by name not to mention fine details about their personalities ,likes and dislikes which is a real added touch. I am impressed Quinte Gardens and Thank you for keeping our Seniors young , vibrant and feeling loved.

My Mom moved to Quinte Gardens in the summer of 2018 and she loves it! She has a 1 bedroom suite that allows her the space to have all the comforts of home; her dining table for jigsaw puzzles, her computer/sewing machine table, and still plenty of space for lots of family to visit. The facility is very clean and building maintenance is ongoing to ensure that it is in top condition. There are lots of activities throughout the day of which you can pick and choose which ones are of interest to you and that you can participate in. The dining room is spacious and the meals are delicious (I have ate with her numerous times)! The staff are all so friendly and talk personally with the residents. Quinte Gardens is an excellent place for seniors to maintain a somewhat independent lifestyle but have the availability of assistance when needed as well as the opportunity for social interactions without dealing with the elements outside. My Mom still drives when the need arises, but other than visiting family and friends and going to church when the weather permits, she is able to keep a very active schedule all within the residence. She has now convinced her sister to move there too! We would highly recommend Quinte Gardens Retirement Residence to anyone looking for semi-independent senior living!!

Before moving to Quinte Gardens we looked at a lot of other options locally, but it was an easy decision to have our mom move here. Compared to all the other homes, we knew this was the right place. Despite its size, there is an undeniable feeling of family and community when you're here. Even the newest building in town couldn't compare to the warmth we felt when working with the Quinte staff. Since settling in, Mom has made new friends, enjoys the food and really loves going for walks in the garden. It has made a huge difference in both of our lives. She is happier and I can sleep at night knowing she's taken care of.

I can’t say enough good about the initial experience we have had with the staff at QG! Wow! It’s been a very difficult process helping one’s aging parent choose and get settled into a new place, but Leanne, Kim and Robyn have certainly made this major transition in mom’s life as good as humanly possible. The words Compassionate, Caring, Understanding, Accommodating, Professional & Genuine stand out. I can see it’s not just a job to them! It’s a big thing to trust strangers with the well being of a loved one and from what we have experienced thus far, I can rest in knowing my mom is in good hands. ?? The industry as a whole should take note of them and do their best to reproduce them or at the very least, emulate them and make what they do, the industry standard. ***Unfortunately, I have to amend my initial review. After just over a year, we are taking my mom out of Quinte Gardens. Great staff there for sure! Wonderful, caring people. They do obviously care for seniors and many truly love their occupation and I believe their hearts are in the right place. But unfortunately, the individual care for residents is just not there. Yes, we have come though Covid with its many challenges but there is no excuse for filthy rooms and major delays in communication about a residents health issues. We have zero confidence in the protocols they have in place at QG. If your senior is healthy and requires no assistance, the facilities at Quinte Gardens are second to none and the staff are personable and kind. But if they need any form of medical attention or cannot clean their own rooms, I caution you to maybe look for a more established health care and cleaning program within another facility. QG struggles in these rather crucial areas. 5 stars for the staff and facilities. 1 star for the protocols (or lack thereof)

Quinte Gardens is not only a building of beauty but when you walk into those front doors it is alive with seniors buzzing about. It is so bright and cheerful. On our tour it was apparent the residents are so happy and engaged. Men were sitting in the front area and for our Dad that was huge to see. All of the other residences we saw had almost no men and here were five right away chatting and laughing with one another. Great first impression for Dad. The staff are warm and welcoming. Every single staff member and resident acknowledged us on our tour. There was open sharing and no question was off limits. Most of all we didn’t feel pressure or desperate sales tactics. The Sales Advisor Leanne was kind, patient and we didn’t feel rushed. She took the time to answer all of our questions at the end of the tour. We were surprised at how much we learned. I was so impressed by what we saw in comparison to the other Retirement Residences I had to do a google review. It was refreshing to learn seniors “gain independence when they move to retirement not lose it” We left with a lot of information and have decided when the time is right for Dad, Quinte Gardens will be our Dad and families choice. Thank you to the staff and residents for such a warm and inviting tour. We were impressed. We look forward to the day Dad makes the choice to move in and he gets to live the Quinte Gardens life each day of his retirement living years.

We were really struggling to find my mom supports. We were in Full blown crisis at the time and Quinte Gardens staff were very accommodating and understanding of the situation we were in. They acted in a quick manner to get my mom the support and housing she required. My moms health has improved greatly since being at the home. She’s involved in a number of activities and feels a real sense of community at the home. Staff welcomed her with open and caring arms. My family is so grateful for Quinte Gardens and the lovely staff that keep it going.