building website terraces on 7th at 1570 w. 7th avenue, vancouver, bc, v6j 1s2, fairview neighborhood, 20 suites, 12 levels, built 2003. the terraces on 7th is a boutique independent living and assisted living community, centrally located just off granville on 7th avenue, above false creek.. for more info go to:www.retirementconcepts.com/homes/terraces/ this website contains: current building mls listings & mls sale info, building floor plans & strata plans, pictures of lobby & common area, developer, strata & concierge contact info, interactive 3d & google location maps link www.6717000.com/maps with downtown intersection virtual tours, downtown listing assignment lists of buildings under construction & aerial/satellite pictures of this building. for more info, click the side bar of this page or use the search feature in the top right hand corner of any page. building map location; building #190-map 4, false creek, granville island & pennyfarthing area.

independent living

independent living is intended for functionally independent people who are capable of directing their own lives. these residents choose to be free of the home management duties and prefer the convenience of service in a social atmosphere that provides services and security. residents direct their own lives, come and go as they please and participate in activities of their choosing within their community.

services provided include a menu of optional fee-for-services from a base rate which include meals, housekeeping, and recreational opportunities. 

assisted living

assisted living is the combination of housing, hospitality services and one or two personal assistance services, such as regular assistance with activities of daily living or medication services (referred to in thecommunity care and assisted living actas prescribed services). assisted living is intended for people who are able to make the range of decisions that allow them to live safely in a supportive, semi-independent environment.

in british columbia, assisted living is regulated by thecommunity care and assisted living actand monitored by the provincial assisted living registrar who:

• administers the registration of all assisted living residences in british columbia, whether they are publicly subsidized or private-pay.
• establishes and administers health and safety standards, policies and procedures.
• ensures timely and effective investigation of complaints about the health and safety of assisted living residents.
• has authority to inspect residences if there is a concern about the health or safety of a resident.
• refers issues that are not within the registrar’s jurisdiction to the appropriate authorities.
• coordinates investigation of complaints with the health authority patient care quality office.