VANCOUVER IS AWESOME — A place to blossom: Andrée and Suzanne’s deepened mother-daughter connection at Terraces on Seventh
For Suzanne Lajoie and her mother, Andrée Lajoie, the search for a better chapter in life brought them to Terraces on Seventh. This independent living community in South Granville has not only enriched Andrée’s day-to-day experience but also transformed their mother-daughter relationship in deeply meaningful ways.
The pair began their search for condominiums closer to Suzanne’s home in the UBC area, hoping to find a place that met Andrée’s needs. But nothing seemed quite right. “A lot of the places we saw were old and a little rough looking,” Suzanne recalls. “Nothing clicked.”
It was Andrée’s idea to start looking for an independent living community. That decision, Suzanne says, made everything easier, “Since it was her idea, that took all the pressure off. My mother has always been a positive person,” Suzanne shares. “Even when she’s been through major life changes, like moving to Vancouver at age 87!”
“When I saw Terraces, I just loved the mountain views. And there was lots of action,” Andrée laughs. That first tour made a lasting impression—not just because of the location and the scenery, but because of the community atmosphere. “I just love the staff. They’re so friendly, kind, respectful and trusting. I feel like I’m a part of a big family here.”
For Andrée, life at Terraces is far from static. “There are so many activities. There’s never a dull moment,” she says. She’s found joy in discussion groups, courses and elegant dining experiences.
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