Chinook Village - The Best Retirement Home in Medicine Hat

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Chinook Living

Why Chinook? What makes Chinook the right choice?

Personalized Service Levels: we offer independent, supported and assisted service levels

Healthy Living Environment: nutrition, exercise and social engagement all lead to healthier lives

Recreation is Key: we have a rich social, spiritual and entertainment culture.

Chinook Village is a registered Not-for-Profit society, providing affordable Medicine Hat seniors housing and services for age 55+ adults. We are driven by our Mission, not by Shareholders.

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Our Roots

Unique to Medicine Hat, Chinook Village is a faith-based organization initially developed by the Evangelical Missionary Church of Canada as a centre for learning known as Hillcrest Christian College.

These roots are foundational to the whole of Chinook Village with strong values of trust, integrity, compassion, and accountability that run deeply and that flow through every service we extend today.

Licensed by the Government of Alberta, our operations are overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors composed of residents and leading members of the Medicine Hat community. Chinook Village continues to meet the spiritual needs of our residents through our respect of these values and our Chaplaincy program.

Chaplain Services

Our Chaplain offers pastoral care, counselling, hospital visitation along with other complementary roles to ministry. Chinook Village Chaplaincy features weekly worship in our beautiful chapel as well as weekly Bible studies, sing-a-longs, special occasion services and many opportunities for group and volunteer participation. Please contact us for more information.

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Chinook Village exists to provide affordable, quality accommodations, programs and services in an environment in which older adults can thrive.

Our Values

Faith

Chinook Village, inspired by its Christian heritage, is motivated by Christian values to provide retirement housing, programs & services while maintaining an interdenominational Christian Chaplaincy program.

People

Chinook Village loves people, honouring their history, uniqueness and beliefs. We will respect individual independence, working hard to facilitate options that support current levels of independence.

Community

Chinook Village believes that a person’s best life is achieved when the entire community fosters a sense of belonging while respecting individual privacy, independence and dignity.

Excellence

Chinook Village will provide our residents with quality accommodations, programs and services by maintaining the highest standards.

Integrity

Chinook Village will work to earn the trust of our residents and their loved ones through keeping our word, delivering on promises and, being transparent.

Empathy

Chinook Village will attract & retain a team of employees & volunteers who are respectful& empathetic towards residents & desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Innovation

ChinookVillage will be a forward-minded, “out-of-the-box,” creative thinking, not-for-profit community accompanied by actions that provide enriched programs and services designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of today’s older adult.

Meet the Leadership Team

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Linda Hygard

Managing Director

I love Chinook Village! I’ve heard numerous times how our residents have flourished since they moved in, how they got a new lease on life. How they’ve experienced fun, fellowship and new friendships. People are social beings and desire and need love and a place to belong. Chinook Village is full of people with similar values and beliefs. We enjoy life and each other’s company and all the amenities here to help to grow and enjoy your best life now – at any age.

Melanie Robinson

Lifestyle Consultant

“I’ve got the best role in Chinook Village. Why? Because I’m the one who’s by your side and sees the smile on your face as you decide that one of our independent, supportive, or assisted living suites is perfect for the lifestyle you want. That you’ve found your next forever home, and can now truly live your best life now! Throughout my career I’ve thrived on meeting new faces, learning about their history and listening to their stories. At “The Village,” folks come through the doors as residents and end up as friends.

Mark Jensen

Food Services Manager

With over 20 years of Culinary Experience while training and working with numerous high calibre Red Seal Chefs, in house made food is what clients are searching for. My team and I strive to have original food options with a familiar twist tailored to any needs you have. Creating fresh, vibrant flavourful food is what we love doing here at Chinook Village!

Kreste Sadler, LPN

Supportive/AssistedLiving Manager

Chinook Village is like a second home to me. It is an honour and privilege to say that I have spent the past 19 years working in such a wonderful place. The positive energy and good will among residents, family members and staff make working here a true blessing. I am driven by making a difference in the lives of the residents here at Chinook Village, their many smiles and laughter are the best part of everyday.

John Neurauter

Maintenance, Housekeeping Manager

Everyday is a new and interesting experience when you oversee six buildings with over 400 residents! That keeps my maintenance and housekeeping teams and myself on our toes at all times. Whether it’s checking the heating systems, refurbishing suites or ensuring the security of the buildings, my team is committed to ensuring our residents have a safe, secure and well-run place to call home. Each and every member of our team has a heart for our residents here at Chinook Village.

Bob Church

Chaplain

Love God and love people!! It’s as simple as that! These are the core values out of which a chaplain carries his calling. And I am so blessed to be able to perform this role at Chinook Village. People need people around them that care. We have many bible-based programs that bring people from “the Village” together to study together, to pray and get to know each other on a spiritual level.There is also the need to be reminded that God loves the world but also has a desire to be in personal relationship with each person. I count it a privilege to be able to guide others into that relationship with their Creator and to walk along with them through the dark and difficult times we might experience. Chinook Village addresses the physical, the emotional, as well as the spiritual needs of each of its residents.

Cara Monette

Recreation Coordinator

I have one of the most fun jobs ever! With 22 years of experience in Senior Care, I understand the importance of recreation. As the Recreation Coordinator, I provide a monthly calendar with fun and exciting activities using different techniques including live music, exercises, arts/craft, pet visitation, mental stimulation, games, community outings, special events and so much more. These programs improve and maintain the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of the residents here at the Chinook village. Socializing helps us all build confidence and close personal relationships where we soon find new friendships!

Board of Directors

Al Widmer

Treasurer

Gerhard Brost

Chairperson

Gordon Nott

Chair, Chinook Village Care Society

Lorrie Earl

Director

Roy Hjelte

Vice Chairperson

Ron Ludwar

Lane Building Representative

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