It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Canadians, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in our country have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Hatley Castle gets harder without someone by their side. However, as seniors grow older, sometimes they cannot live independently without someone by their side to provide care. Unfortunately, many older Canadians aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Park Royal, ON is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“My husband had a stroke/brain bleed almost 3 yrs ago & we have been exposed to many agencies This particular agency had gone above & beyond to ensure ALL needs were met by finding just the right PSW for my hubby & our home environment. The personal touch provided, made both my husband & I feel that our struggles are real & the staff genuinely care. ALWAYS BEST CARE is just that... the best care. A special thank you to Coree!!”
“Always Best Care Senior Services helps my loved one out with bathing and meal preparation mainly, which is very important to have provided for her on a consistent daily basis. The office staff is always very consistent in getting back to me with emails and providing a helping hand. They have been extremely diligent in making sure we have the best care we can get so I’d certainly recommend them.”
“ABC helps my loved one out with bathing and meal preparation mainly, which is very important to have provided for her on a consistent daily basis. The office staff is always very consistent in getting back to me with emails and providing a helping hand. They have been extremely diligent in making sure we have the best care we can get so I’d certainly recommend them.”
“I am grateful that Always Best Care is here to help me. I am not sure what they could do better. They come and help me with transportation for appointments and errands. I like that they are courteous, pleasant and everything I was used to.”
“I am grateful that Always Best Care is here to help me. I am not sure what they could do better. They come and help me with transportation for appointments and errands. I like that they are courteous, pleasant and everything I was used to.”
“ABC has really helped ease my concerns and worries when caring for my loved one especially when im travelling. From the first connection with Steve to assigning PSWs to communicating with Coree my experience has been and continues to be amazing. Coree is exceptional in her work and always responds to our requests even on short notice. The PSW we have is also exceptional and goes above and beyond her duties. I could not have asked for more devoted help than from this company. Highly recommended. The are upfront, honest, trustworthy, and punctual. Great company.”
“We had a fabulous experience with Always Best Care Senior Services. We needed unexpected immediate care for my Mom and Corrie was able to get everything arranged for us right away. She was very understanding, explained everything and willing to do anything she could to help. The caregivers that helped my Mom were wonderful and made her feel very comfortable. Would highly recommend them.”
“Amazing organization. Very pleased at every aspect. I’m over thousand miles away from my mother and I feel blessed to have this group be on call for my mother when needed. Kindest Regards, Oliver”
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“I had to engage Always Best Care for assistance with my parents. From my first call with Steve to the PSW they assigned to help out, I have been very impressed with their service. I wont hesitate to reccommend them to anyone.”
“In a difficult pandemic and job hiring environment they showed up every day on time to care for my mother-in-law as she recovered from knee replacement surgery. Everyone was warm, attentive, professional and caring. They earn and deserve your business .”
“Thank you the team at Always Best Care! They were instrumental in helping us to navigate what options we had in supporting my Dad as he recovers from a broken hip. Having them kindly answer questions helped to alleviate what is a stressful and difficult time for families. We were set-up with much needed PSW support on extremely short notice...and over the holidays too! The team has been very professional and caring in the services they have provided including adhering to safety protocols in the current environment. Additionally, they have been flexible in managing scheduling changes and have provided prompt updates as needed. Our family has been very pleased with Always Best Care Senior Services and appreciative of the peace of mind and support their services offer.”
“I have been caring for my 85 year old Mom in my home for just over a year. My Mom lives with Alzheimer’s and requires assistance with most all aspects of her life. ABC was recommended to me by the LIHN and thank goodness they made the recommendation! Compared to the experiences I’ve had with other agencies they have been AMAZING! The customer service I’ve received is exceptional - they are responsive and agile working hard to ensure that I haven’t been without support throughout the pandemic. That, I think is a miracle! The caregivers are great - friendly, kind, and have taken very good care of my Mom. I can’t recommend ABC enough!”
“I had to engage Always Best Care for assistance with my parents. From my first call with Steve to the PSW they assigned to help out, I have been very impressed with their service. I wont hesitate to reccommend them to anyone.”
“Thank you to Always Best Care Senior Services for help with my grandmother after her surgery. My first panicked phone call was answered with care and calm. Their consultation and admission process was simple but thorough and they paired my grandma with a great team of caregivers. We are quite happy with their services and look forward to continuing on! Thank you Coree for bringing the heart into homecare!”
“I had a wonderful experience with the team at Always Best Care! I was very worried about doing this, but the team was so professional and so friendly they made me feel so much better. They took amazing care of my grandparents and made them feel just as comfortable and supported as I did. They truly were the best and I highly recommend.”
“Always Best Care provided excellent service for my elderly mother after she had a fall. The staff was informative, caring, empathetic, and flexible. Angela was a wonderful caregiver, very compassionate and professional. My mother was not keen on a caregiver coming but was put at ease and was very appreciative of her care. I highly recommend this agency for anyone's home care needs.”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite activities and hobbies while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Huffhines Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy other activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress helps reduce the risks of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local The Keg Steakhouse Bar Park Royal or visit Royal Gorge Bridge Park, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
When it comes to non-medical home care, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
Studies on aging have found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Park Royal, ON, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the CBC, aging in place can be more affordable than living in a retirement home, which can cost thousands of dollars a month, with no extra care included.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With ABC's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
During your Care Plan consultation with Always Best Care, your Care Coordinator will speak with you about in-home care costs and what options there may be to help meet your budget needs.
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Park Royal, ON understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced ABC Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your Care Plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Park Royal, ON 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
A plan to “turbocharge” economic growth across the capital has been launched by Sir Sadiq Khan with the claim it could put an extra pre-tax average of £11,000 in each Londoner’s pocket.Unveiled on Thursday morning, the mayor’s London Growth Plan aim...
A plan to “turbocharge” economic growth across the capital has been launched by Sir Sadiq Khan with the claim it could put an extra pre-tax average of £11,000 in each Londoner’s pocket.
Unveiled on Thursday morning, the mayor’s London Growth Plan aims to restore productivity growth to an average of two per cent a year in the next decade, which, according to City Hall, would make London’s economy £107billion larger by 2035.
Key pillars of the 104-page strategy include investment in housing and infrastructure - such as extensions to the Bakerloo line, DLR and Overground - and calls for the city’s suburban rail services to be devolved to Transport for London (TfL).
City Hall data reveals that while London’s productivity grew by an average of 3.16 per cent each year between 1998 and 2007, this rate of growth was hugely damaged by the financial crash - so that between 2008 and 2022, the rate had dropped to just 0.12 per cent a year.
City Hall Conservatives suggested the plan was unlikely to succeed, as they said Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget has already “suffocated” growth across the country.
However, if London achieves the plan’s target and increases its economy by £107bn, that in turn would see the capital contribute an extra £27.5bn in taxes to the Treasury in 2035 - “providing vital revenues for investment in public services”, the mayor’s team said.
The plan’s cited figure of £11,000 of extra pre-tax income for each Londoner was calculated by dividing the targeted £107bn rise by London’s population of 8.95m.
The strategy sets out Sir Sadiq’s ambition to create 150,000 new jobs, and includes a commitment to bolster so-called “industrial innovation corridors” in different parts of the capital. These include the WestTech Corridor between White City and Old Oak and Park Royal; the UK Innovation Corridor, stretching north from the King’s Cross ‘Knowledge Quarter’ and going out towards Cambridge; and the Thames Estuary, starting at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and going out towards Essex and Kent.
A £21m package drawn from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund - the Government’s replacement for funding which used to come from the EU - will be used to support boroughs with town centre regeneration. This will include, potentially, the creation of a publicly-owned High Street Estate Agency to bring empty properties back into use.
A new proposed London Tech and Inclusive Growth Fund will meanwhile provide up to £100m loan and equity funding for high-growth small and midsize enterprises, the plan states.
Sir Sadiq said the plan “provides a golden opportunity to turbocharge growth and unlock London's full potential - for the benefit of all Londoners and the whole country”.
He added: “It's a blueprint for how we can help to create 150,000 good jobs, build more affordable homes, deliver major new transport upgrades and skill up Londoners for the well-paid jobs of tomorrow.
“From AI, life sciences and climate tech to our financial and creative industries, London is home to many of the best businesses in the world, which we want to back to grow and thrive over the next decade.
“Ultimately, growth means little if people cannot feel the benefits or see the positive change it brings to their area. So our goal is to deliver economic growth in every corner of our city that helps to raise living standards, puts more money in people's pockets and enables us to invest in our public services, as we continue to build a fairer and more prosperous London for all.”
But Alessandro Georgiou, City Hall's Conservatives' economy spokesman, said: “It's rich for the mayor to suddenly be talking up hopes of growth in London when his party's Budget has suffocated it so far.
“Labour's national insurance rise is hitting Londoners in their pocket, costing their jobs, and hammering businesses across our capital.”
Antonia Jennings, CEO of the Centre for London think tank, cautioned that the plan’s success will be dependent on London receiving a new financial settlement. She pointed out that compared with other global cities like Paris, New York, Tokyo and Hong Kong, London’s City Hall is far less able to generate its own revenues.
“To be able to effectively implement the growth plan, London government needs greater power over its own finances,” she said. “This will enable the capital to make tangible steps towards equitable economic growth.”
The plan has been developed by City Hall in partnership with the capital’s local government association, London Councils. The group’s leader, Claire Holland, said: “Boroughs are resolutely pro-growth and are committed to working with business, the Mayor of London and national government to turbocharge growth in every corner of our city.”
After lengthy delays, locally-based sushi hand roll chain Hello Nori is ready to open the doors to its newest Metro Vancouver location.Hello Nori will welcome guests to its highly-anticipated Park Royal restaurant at 731 Main St as of Janaury 29, 2025.The location has been in the works for about four years; signs have been up on the exterior of the ground floor corner space (next to Aerie and below The Keg) since at least early 2021. That's when Hello Nori made its debut, with the launch of its first location on ...
After lengthy delays, locally-based sushi hand roll chain Hello Nori is ready to open the doors to its newest Metro Vancouver location.
Hello Nori will welcome guests to its highly-anticipated Park Royal restaurant at 731 Main St as of Janaury 29, 2025.
The location has been in the works for about four years; signs have been up on the exterior of the ground floor corner space (next to Aerie and below The Keg) since at least early 2021. That's when Hello Nori made its debut, with the launch of its first location on Vancouver's busy Robson Street.
Since then, Hello Nori has added locations in Burnaby at the Amazing Brentwood, and, more recently, inside the Richmond Centre mall. It also operates a flagship Toronto location, making West Van's Hello Nori its fifth overall restaurant. In Vancouver, select Hello Nori menu items are available to order for pick-up or delivery from Club Kitchen, the food hall-style hub for multiple restaurant brands.
The new Park Royal Hello Nori will be a "Signature" branch, meaning it will expand on the hand roll dining experience with the addition of a full kitchen that will prepare grilled items and small plates to enjoy alongside the hand rolls. However, the hand rolls will only be available at Hello Nori's 38-seat sushi bar, as prepared before guests' eyes by its expert chefs.
The menu will highlight premium ingredients sourced from B.C., across Canada, and imported from Japan. The beverage program will showcase artisan cocktails, sake, and rare Japanese whiskies.
As for the interior, diners can expect Hello Nori's signature modern look, with wave-inspired architectural elements and the use of wood, stone, and water to provide an overall serene atmosphere.
Following its end-of-January launch, Hello Nori Signature Park Royal will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to midnight.
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This 16-storey hotel is part of the Pan Pacific Hotels Group, which has five properties in Singapore. It’s located very close to Clarke Quay and even closer to China Town, where you will also find the China Town MRT (underground) station less than a five-minute walk away and with only one change to reach Changi Airport in around 50 minutes.I took an airport taxi the hotel, which is an architectural showstopper with a feeling of space, calmness and nature. The concierge team were quick to open the taxi door and welcome me into th...
This 16-storey hotel is part of the Pan Pacific Hotels Group, which has five properties in Singapore. It’s located very close to Clarke Quay and even closer to China Town, where you will also find the China Town MRT (underground) station less than a five-minute walk away and with only one change to reach Changi Airport in around 50 minutes.
I took an airport taxi the hotel, which is an architectural showstopper with a feeling of space, calmness and nature. The concierge team were quick to open the taxi door and welcome me into the immaculate reception area, passing the concierge desk on one side and a body of water with bubbling water on the other, before entering the hotel. There I was met by the wonderful Shirley and offered a welcome drink, a tasty lemon juice.
The week before my stay I had received communications for a simple pre-arrival verification online but decided I’d prefer to complete the process in person upon arrival. Shirley and I went through the check-in process with ease and I was allocated room 1124 on the 11th floor, an Urban Deluxe King. I was provided with two room key cards, one for the slot inside the room door to activate the lights, air conditioning etc. You also needed to scan a key card in the lift to gain room floor access.
The reception area also had relaxing zones of comfortable seating and an extended office desk with power and USB points for those guests wanting to charge devices whilst browsing the internet using the complimentary super-fast Wi-Fi.
Entering my Urban Deluxe King room beat expectations. The window, with button-operated blinds, had a lovely view over the city. The warm, welcoming room was decorated in neutral earthy tones with fixtures in light-coloured wood. These included a desk, open shelving and two cupboards. Cupboard one offered ample hanging space, the safe, iron, ironing board, laundry bags and associated lists, and an umbrella for negotiating the tropical storms, which certainly made an appearance during my four-night stay. The other cupboard contained a well-stocked mini-bar, which came with a warning not to remove anything for a period or else the room would be automatically charged for the item. There was also complimentary tea and coffee. The bed was big, super comfortable and made with lovely white linen and a duvet.
The bathroom, with a walk-in shower, opened to the main room, but you could close it off by using cleverly-designed sliding wooden doors. The toilet was separate. Complimentary toiletries such as toothpaste, shaving cream etc were available in individual environmentally-friendly packaging and were replenished each day. The shower soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotions etc. were provided by the Australian brand Appelles with flavours such as sweet orange geranium. There was a turn-down service every night and a complimentary tray of regional fruits left on the desk.
Guests who choose to book a COLLECTION room on the 16th floor also get access to a lounge located on that floor where you can soak up stunning the 360-degree city view while enjoying treats and refreshments. The lounge also offers breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails.
A comprehensive breakfast was served 07:00-10:30 every morning in the integrated restaurant ‘Lime’ on the first floor. I’ve never seen such a huge variety of food options, including traditional full English, eggs cooked anyway you’d prefer by a chef, cereals, yoghurts, sushi, cold meats, salads, Chinese doughnut sticks, DIY noodle station, Yellow Dai, Yakitori and Congee Chicken, Nasi Lemak, Chai Gor, and so the extensive choice went on.
Lime is open for lunch and then again for dinner offering both a buffet and A La Carte menu. Booking always advised. At the time of my stay there was also ‘festive-themed feasts to ignite your holiday spirit’. Lime promotes an admirable ‘Farm to Fork’ incentive and has its very own spore garden growing different varieties of mushroom in plain view of dining guests. Also on the first floor is the bar serving a wide range of drinks.
On the fifth floor is the St. Gregory Spa offering a wide variety on enticing treatments for body wellness, skin vitality, Asian and Oriental therapies, and anything from a Jet Lag Relief to a Indonesian Balinese massage in a tranquil environment. Also, on this floor is the infinity pool, a fully-equipped gym, ladies and gents changing facilities each with their own steam room, and finally the garden walk. Complimentary blue towels were provided on arrival and there was a limited poolside drinks menu to quench the thirst.
This is a wonderful, eco-friendly hotel surrounded by lush greenery where you can relax and unwind after a day exploring the city. The staff were attentive and the guest experience excellent. I arrived early on check-in day but was still able to gain access to my room, which was very welcome after a long flight. For those looking to explore Singapore it’s perfectly located with several main attractions just a walk away.
Rooms start from 600 Singapore Dollars (around £360) per room per night, including service charges and government taxes. Members of its loyalty scheme, Pan Pacific DISCOVERY, get 10% off. panpacific.com
Craig McQuinn
“The Acton and Park Royal Creative Enterprise Zone has given me new opportunities, and the right support and tools to push my business forward,” said Hanaa Hazra Bawamia, an illustrator who runs a stationery business in North Acton.Hanaa’s business, La Plante Carnivore, sells unique stationery made with a nod to British and Mauritian flora, which is produced locally using recyclable and environmentally friendly materials. She started s...
“The Acton and Park Royal Creative Enterprise Zone has given me new opportunities, and the right support and tools to push my business forward,” said Hanaa Hazra Bawamia, an illustrator who runs a stationery business in North Acton.
Hanaa’s business, La Plante Carnivore, sells unique stationery made with a nod to British and Mauritian flora, which is produced locally using recyclable and environmentally friendly materials. She started selling her products in the Acton and Park Royal Creative Enterprise Zone (CEZ), which offers affordable and creative spaces. She started her business in 2022 when the CEZ first opened.
Being part of the CEZ has given Hanaa the chance to take part in the London Made Me Retail Development programme. Last year, Hanaa and 11 other entrepreneurs were shown the ropes of high street retail and given tips and tools to develop their businesses.
The Mayor of London’s CEZ programme aims to create thousands of jobs in creative industries. Since the borough’s CEZ opened, it has created 1,250 jobs and is home to more than 150 creative sector businesses. Supported by Ealing Council and the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation, the CEZ invests in local creatives, and in turn unlocks new opportunities for homegrown creative industries, artists, and businesses.
Creative sector partners and businesses in the area have worked with the CEZ programme to deliver affordable workspaces, offer business support, and develop training initiatives. These give emerging artists access to space where they can develop their careers, and local people have opportunities to learn creative sector skills and access support to find new jobs.
Hanaa added: “The connections I have made throughout my journey with the Acton and Park Royal CEZ have benefitted my business.
“The London Made Me Retail Development programme, and the CEZ have been great ways to connect with different artists and makers from different CEZ zones, while offering a well-rounded training programme for two weeks prior to trading.
“I would encourage any new or well-established businesses to get in touch with representatives of the CEZ. There is good in reaching out to your community of creatives and artists, as you never know who can help you get to the next steps. It is exciting to think about the friendships or partnerships which you can form, while gaining a new support system for your business.”
Ealing Council leader, Peter Mason said: “We are lucky to have so much creative talent in our borough. We want to support the creative sector by giving local people more opportunities to turn their brilliant ideas into careers. The CEZ is helping the arts to thrive in our 7 towns and ensuring all residents can access, enjoy, or build careers in this increasingly important sector.”
Councillor Kamaljit Nagpal, the council’s cabinet member for decent living incomes added:
“The Creative Enterprise Zone is delivering opportunities for local people, directly contributing to reaching our target of delivering 10,000 good, new jobs within the borough, as well as being a major stepping stone towards building a stronger economy as part of our recently approved jobs and skills strategy. It has been a fantastic initiative to support the growth of businesses within one of the borough’s key sectors.”
If you run a small business in Park Royal and want to find out more about the Small Business Loan Fund launched by Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC), go to the OPDC website. Or for more information, visit its Creative Enterprise Zone webpage.
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