V!VA BARRHAVEN
Nepean’s premier retirement community.
Say hello to an entirely new approach to seniors rental retirement living in the heart of Ottawa's Barrhaven. Enjoy Anytime Dining, amazing amenities, the largest suites around and underground parking, we are thrilled to offer Ottawa's newest retirement lifestyle benchmark.
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Only 2 Suites Available!
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Job Opportunities
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Available Care
Independent Living- Assisted Living
- Respite Suites
Independent Living
Upcoming EVENTS.
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In the COMMUNITY.
Conveniently located next to a plaza that has it all (restaurant, health clinic, vet, bank & more!), VIVA Barrhaven is also just minutes from the town’s bustling shopping district. Nestled alongside a quaint residential neighbourhood and Clarke Fields Park, we are ideally situated for you to be as busy - or relaxed - as you desire!
Clark Fields Park
Minutes to Manotick
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Studio
(451 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Click on the orange circles for more information.
Studio
(451 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
One Bedroom
(593 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Click on the orange circles for more information.
One Bedroom
(593 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
One Bedroom + Den
(876 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Click on the orange circles for more information.
One Bedroom + Den
(876 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Two Bedroom
(931 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Click on the orange circles for more information.
Two Bedroom
(931 sq. ft.)
Kitchenette
With a full-size fridge and microwave, you can prepare a light snack anytime you're hungry. (Which won't be often thanks to our V!VAlicious meals!)
Step-in Shower
With a built-in seat, grab-bars and lower step-in height, your step-in shower is designed to keep you safe.
Walk-in Closet
Down-sizing from a larger house won't get you down, thanks to our generously sized walk-in closets!
Emergency Call System
With buttons in the bedrooms and bathrooms, you can connect to help within seconds! Plus, all Community Members receive a wearable call button pendant.
Extra Windows
Let the sunshine in! Or pull down the light-filtering blinds for a quick nap after lunch.
Our SUITES.
Because you deserve the suite life.
Beautiful. Spacious. Convenient. Safe.
When we design our suites, we take out time to think about what is most important to our Community Members. For example, our spacious suites include walk-in closets, because we appreciate how important storage is when moving from a larger home. Our kitchenettes feature full-size refrigerators instead of smaller bar-fridge models because we know that sometimes you just want to prepare a snack for the grandchildren instead of heading over to the dining room. Plus, our bathrooms feature a walk-in shower with a built-in seat and safety bars so you can bathe with peace-of-mind.
All suites include the following:
- Personal control of heating and air conditioning
- Kitchenette with full size refrigerator and microwave (Independent Living suites only)
- Private bathroom featuring walk-in shower with built-in seat & safety bars
- Emergency call button system
- Spacious walk-in closet
- Large windows with window treatments included
- Neutral suite finishes to let your personal style shine
Studio Sample
451 sq. ft.
One Bedroom Sample
593 sq. ft.
One Bedroom
+ Den Sample
876 sq. ft.
Two Bedroom Sample
931 sq. ft.
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V!VAlicious DINING.
When you're eating well you're living well... and living well is what we're all about.
Our healthy menu options offer you delicious and nutritious homestyle meals made with fresh wholesome ingredients and mouth watering flavour. Everything made in our kitchen is VIVAlicious, which means equal parts nutritious and delicious. Plus, we use all of the fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs grown in our very own on-site VIVA Victory Garden.
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Every V!VAlicious dining experience includes:
- Anytime Dining - enjoy our delicious cuisine anytime you please!
- Three meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Mouth-watering dishes prepared by our professional chefs, proven to satisfy even the fussiest diner
- Table service in the dining room
- A wide variety of menu choices including a la carte and chef specials
- Available wine fridge
- Gourmet and theme nights
- A private dining room available to entertain family and friends
- Perks! bistro-café for fresh coffee, snacks, and baked goods all day
- Mel's Barr (named for Barrhaven's founder, Mel Barr), our on-site pub
- And much more!
Active LIVING.
From organized events to spontaneous trips around town, every day is great and different because there is simply so much to do!
Here are some of the great activities our Community Members have recently enjoyed:
- Lectures on healthy living, historical and current events
- VIVAfit fitness classes
- Cooking and baking demonstrations
- Wine tasting events
- Shopping trips to local malls, town centres, farmers' markets and more
- Visits to the local library, horse racing venue, and sporting events
- Group trips to museums and art galleries
- Whatever puts a smile on your face!
Amazing AMENITIES.
From an on-site café and pub to a full selection of wellness amenities (including a Brain Gym!) there is so much to do each and every day.
Welcome!
Our main lobby is a warm and welcoming space to greet friends and family.
Perks! Bistro-Café
Fresh coffee, teas and baked goods always go down well with great conversation.
Tartan
The only things more appealing and appetizing than our dining room décor are the delectable V!VAlicious meals served here three times daily. Bon appetite!
Mel’s Barr
Catch the latest game or TV show with a group of friends in a casual and cheery environment.
V!VAcraft Kitchen
From cookies and cakes to apple pies, we have all the supplies to help you bake today great! Cook up some good times with friends and family, or enjoy a cooking demonstration by our Executive Chef. Also a great space for painting classes and more.
Brain Gym
Card tables and an excellent selection of books and magazines, plus a number of computers with internet access to check email and surf the web.
V!VAplex Theatre
Our state-of-the-art big screen theatre system turns every film into an instant classic. Plus, there’s always fresh popcorn popping!
Rideau Spa
Pampering comes first with a full-service salon and access to the saltwater pool and massage therapy room.
Saltwater Pool
Always heated to the ideal temperature – and saltwater won't dry out your skin the way chlorine does. Plenty of room around the pool to relax in a chaise lounge, too!
Salon
With the soothing colours and delightful finishes, the only thing that looks better in our Salon is that dynamite haircut and stunning manicure you just received. (Have another glass of cucumber water while you're at it!)
V!VAfit Strength & Stretch Studios
Featuring easy-to-use, state-of-the-art fitness equipment specifically designed for older adults, our V!VAfit studios are a great place for our group classes too!
V!VAlinks Golf Simulator
Fore! Challenge friends to a life-like round on over 100 courses from around the world. Winner buys the next round at Pints!
Horticulture Room
A bright and sun-filled place to keep your green thumb in shape all year round!
Dog Wash Station
We love our pets. And we love our carpets! Let’s keep both clean with this convenient dog wash station. (Treats not included!)
Care & SERVICES.
Whether you're looking for some well-deserved pampering from a hairdresser or manicurist, or a concierge to help carry in your parcels, or just the simple peace of mind that comes from knowing your needs will be noticed and met, you'll find it right here. From lifestyle activities to wellness and healthcare, your V!VA Retirement Community has everything you need.
Pricing & PROMOTIONS.
At V!VA, we believe in providing more for less - larger suites, healthy and delicious dining, more amenities and activities. All for a monthly rent that is equivalent or less than what has traditionally been available.
All-inclusive suites start from just $4,590 / month
To find more about the great value offered at V!VA compared to what you typically spend living in a house or condo, please click on the document icon to download and print our helpful cost comparison worksheet.
Call us now at (613) 823 – 0220 to learn more about our special promotions!
In their own WORDS.
What our Community Members are saying.
The many wonderful things available at V!VA, such as the pool, have absolutely changed my life. I went from having been wheelchair-bound on arrival to now being completely mobile. Also, I’m now able to get in...
- Lorelle, V!VA Community Member
It never occurred to me to move into a retirement community until I went for a tour at V!VA. Now that I have been a Community Member here for almost a year, I have become friends with wonderful people, been fed...
- June, V!VA Community Member
I have very specific dietary issues. I met with the Executive Chef and discussed at length the menu choices that would be available. I was confident my needs would be met and we moved to V!VA. This decision was...
- Norma, V!VA Community Member
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