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Welcome to Rutherford Heights

The new standard of excellence in luxury seniors' living. We offer the ideal environment and amenities to encourage active and healthy living, tailored to the needs of today’s discerning seniors.

Starting at $3,035

Nestled within a beautiful parkland community in south Edmonton, AB

Rutherford Heights, a 172-suite community, is only a short walk to the shops and professional services on Ellerslie Road. Built in 2008, we are a well-established, caring, and family-like environment offering Independent, Supportive, and Memory Care living options. Rutherford Heights is proud to be highly recognized in the community as taking a person-centered care approach.


News & Updates

Stay connected with Optima Living. Join us for special celebrations and learn about our ongoing mission to bring smiles and joy to seniors lives!

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    Innovation & Connection: How Technology Is Enhancing Lives at Oakwood Manor

    Innovation means creating meaningful opportunities for residents to connect, engage, and thrive. With support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program grant, we’ve added new tools—including a SMART Board, interactive projector, and high-definition television—to make daily life more inclusive, engaging, and enjoyable.

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    Discover the Joy of Senior Living

    At Optima Living, we know that choosing senior care is a personal and emotional decision—one that often leads to greater peace of mind, connection, and renewed independence. Episode 18 of Optima Living TV explores the top reasons families across Alberta and British Columbia choose our communities and the joy the right environment can bring.

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    Shaping the Future of Seniors Care in Alberta

    Optima Living is proud to launch the Optima Living PhD Graduate Award for Innovation in Seniors Living at the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Nursing, strengthening our partnership and advancing innovation, knowledge, and care in seniors living.

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    Your Senior Years, Your Way: Planning a Life That Reflects You

    Ageing is a season of growth, joy, and new possibilities. At Optima Living, we believe it’s a time to celebrate experience, purpose, and independence. With the right support and planning, seniors can continue living confidently and meaningfully at every stage of care.

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    How to Talk to With Parents About Moving to a Senior Living Community

    Bringing up the idea of moving to a senior living community with your parents can be emotional and delicate. It is a significant life transition that involves change, uncertainty, and often a mix of emotions.

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Senior enjoying a shuffleboard

People

Live active and vibrant, enjoying various social, athletic and cultural activities, clubs, dances, and live entertainment.

Place

Nestled within a beautiful heritage community
of trees and parklands, we are only a short walk to the shops and services on Ellerslie Road.

Community

We offer the ideal environment and amenities to encourage active and healthy living, tailored to your needs.

Your Home Awaits

A variety of spacious one and two bedroom options are available in this 172-suite residence.

Rutherford Heights senior apartments living room with couch, tv, chair, and balcony

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