Origin at Longwood - Nanaimo, BC

Origin at Longwood is a senior living residence in Nanaimo offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care within one community. The property has 176 suites, with 110 independent living units, 36 assisted living units, and 30 memory care units. Its location near Nanaimo North Town Centre, Oliver Woods Community Centre, and Island Highway North places daily services and recreation nearby. For prospective residents, the combination of multiple care levels and on-site programming is a practical consideration when planning for changing needs over time.

Homes at Origin at Longwood

Origin at Longwood is a rental senior living community rather than a conventional for-sale housing development. The residence offers studio, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-with-den, and two-bedroom suites, along with premium Mews suites. An official floor-plan booklet lists suite sizes from 288 to 948 square feet, including studio and two-bedroom-plus-den layouts. Current pricing is not published on the community website, which directs prospective residents to request pricing. The residence was built in 2008, according to the property owner’s portfolio information.

Amenities at Origin at Longwood

On-site amenities include a saltwater pool with aqua-fit programming, poolside sauna, fitness studio and gym, games room, movie theatre, Rusty Mackerel pub, Evergreen Salon & Spa, dining facilities, and community programming. The official community site also describes chef-prepared meals, a 24-hour concierge, and life-enrichment activities. The range of facilities supports independent living while also accommodating assisted living and memory care residents. Origin at Longwood is registered with the Province of British Columbia as an assisted living residence.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Origin at Longwood is at 6205 Oliver Road in Nanaimo, just off Island Highway North. The community website identifies Nanaimo North Town Centre, Oliver Woods Community Centre, and Amsterdam Park among nearby shopping, recreation, and community destinations. Nicola Wealth reports that the property is about 20 minutes from Nanaimo City Centre and Departure Bay ferry terminal, and near Linley Valley Cottle Lake Park, Neck Point, and Pipers Lagoon. Nanaimo’s regional hospital, airport, and ferry services provide additional healthcare and transportation options.