Frequently Asked Questions

Ardia Care Homes Ltd. is a luxury private supportive living residence in Red Deer, Alberta. We provide boutique-style senior care for a maximum of five residents in a warm, family-oriented environment that blends professional care with the comfort of home.

Ardia offers boutique private supportive living with only five residents, allowing deeply personal, relationship-based care. Unlike large institutional care homes, we provide a calm, elegant, home-like environment with nutrition dense and wholesome meals, small-group activities, and individualized daily routines.

Ardia Care Homes maintains one of the highest care ratios in Alberta:

1 caregiver for every 2–3 residents (1:2–1:3)

This far exceeds the typical ratios in larger care facilities:

• Standard Assisted Living: often 1:8–1:12

• Long-Term Care Facilities: often 1:12–1:15

• Secure Dementia Units: often 1:6–1:10

Our boutique model ensures each resident receives exceptional attention, safety, and meaningful engagement throughout the day.

Ardia offers:

• Assisted Living

• Memory Care (Dementia & Alzheimer’s)

• Private Long-Term Care

• Senior Interactive Care

• Respite or Short-Stay Options (based on availability)

All services are personalized to each resident’s unique needs, routines, and preferences.

Yes. Ardia Care Homes operates under the Alberta Supportive Living Accommodation Licensing Act, and meets all standards related to:

• Safety & emergency readiness

• Infection prevention & control

• Resident rights and privacy

• Staffing and care support

• Accommodation services

We undergo regular inspections and maintain all required documentation.

Ardia is owned by Joe and Danielle Perry, parents of three and long-standing Red Deer care providers. They also own Comfort Keepers Red Deer, an in-home care agency accredited through Accreditation Canada, demonstrating excellence in safety, leadership, and quality.

Their experience ensures Ardia is operated with professionalism, compassion, and exceptional care standards.

Residents receive:

• 24-hour support

• Assistance with personal care

• Medication assistance

• Homestyle meals and snacks

• Light household participation (as desired)

• Interactive care and enrichment activities

• Housekeeping and laundry

• Personal wellness routines

• Mobility support and fall prevention

• Scheduled Activites  & outings

• Appointment Services & Transportation

• Family Updates and Portals

• Basic Nail Care

• In-home Physician Visits

• In-house Pharmacist with Medication Delivery 

Every service is adapted to meet each resident’s needs in a respectful, dignified manner.

Yes. Each resident has a private bedroom, and many rooms include private or semi-private bathrooms, depending on layout.

Rooms can be personalized with furniture, décor, and keepsakes for familiarity and comfort.

Our activities are tailored to each resident and include:

• Music therapy

• Light exercise & stretching

• Gardening & outdoor time

• Puzzles, crafts, and art

• Baking, cooking, and household involvement

• Reminiscing and legacy storytelling

• Social visits, special events, and family festivities

We follow a “use it or lose it” philosophy, encouraging gentle engagement and purposeful participation.

Ardia offers flexible, family-friendly visiting hours. Because we are a home environment, families are encouraged to visit often, while being mindful of resident routines and rest times.

Yes. Our prepared meals can accommodate:

• Diabetic diets

• Gluten-free

• Mechanical soft or pureed meals

• Low-sodium

• Allergies & intolerances

• Cultural or personal dietary preferences

Menus are tailored to resident needs and tastes.

Admission includes:

1. A tour of the home

2. A care consultation with the owner or nurse

3. Review of your loved one’s care needs

4. Completion of the Resident History & Personal Interests Questionnaire

5. Signing the Residential Service Agreement

6. Security Deposit

7. Move-in coordination

We work closely with families to ensure a smooth, stress-free transition.

Yes. We coordinate with:

• Family physicians

• Nurse practitioners

• Pharmacists

• Occupational and physical therapists

• Foot care specialists

• Mobile lab services

• Palliative support teams (if needed)

Ardia includes:

• 24/7 staffing

• Resident call systems

• Smoke detectors & fire safety protocols

• Emergency preparedness plans

• Fall-prevention strategies

• Medication safety protocols

• Secure environment for residents requiring Memory Care

Safety is part of every decision we make.

Absolutely. Our small size and high staff ratio make Ardia an ideal environment for Memory Care. We offer structured routines, sensory activities, one-on-one engagement, and a calm, predictable home environment.

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Yes. Ardia is specifically designed for families seeking:

• A small, quiet, boutique residence

• Consistency

• Warm, family-style atmosphere

• Personalized care and attention

• A home—not a facility

Families often choose Ardia because their loved one thrives better in a smaller, relationship-driven setting.

You can contact us at:
(587)679-6172
joe@ardiacarehomes.ca

We’ll arrange a private tour and provide full admission information.