Devonshire Village by Christenson Communities
A retirement communities in Edmonton — homey.
Care that adapts as needs change.
Thoroughly research the life lease repayment terms and financial stability of the operator before signing any entrance fee agreement
homey
What families look for first.
Who this may be right for.
Ask first if
- Life lease model requires a large upfront entrance fee; multiple residents report repayment delays of 3+ years, with over 55 families allegedly owed more than $
- The president of the parent company (Christenson Group) has faced criminal charges related to failing to return life lease entrance fees within the legally requ
A calmer first step.
Brief phone conversation
Share what is happening, who needs care, and whether the need is urgent or exploratory.
Care needs and schedule review
Discuss mobility, memory, safety, meals, personal care, household help, and preferred visit times.
Caregiver matching
The team looks for fit based on care level, personality, language preferences, and comfort.
Start small, adjust as needed
Many families begin with shorter visits, then adjust the plan as the senior becomes comfortable.
Serving Edmonton families.
Edmonton, AB
Questions families actually ask.
What is a life lease and how does it work at Devonshire Village? +
Devonshire Village operates on a life lease model, which requires residents to pay a large upfront entrance fee in exchange for the right to occupy their suite. Based on multiple reviews, residents have reported that repayment of this fee upon vacating or death has been significantly delayed, in some cases by more than three years.
Have residents had trouble getting their life lease entrance fees returned? +
Multiple reviewers report serious repayment delays, with some families waiting over three years for refunds totalling hundreds of thousands of dollars. As of 2024, over 55 families reportedly remain unpaid, representing an alleged total exceeding $18 million.
Has there been any legal action related to life lease repayments at Devonshire Village? +
One reviewer cites court records indicating that Greg Christenson, president of Christenson Group of Companies, was charged in 2025 with two counts of failing to return life lease entrance fees within the 180-day window required under Alberta regulations introduced in 2024.
What is the general atmosphere like at Devonshire Village? +
Older reviews describe a cosy, friendly community with attentive staff and a caring culture. However, more recent reviews raise concerns about staff responsiveness and alleged theft of residents' belongings going unaddressed by management.
Are there concerns about theft or staff conduct at Devonshire Village? +
At least one reviewer reports ongoing theft of a resident's belongings when staff were aware the resident had left the building, and states that complaints were ignored. Another reviewer described staff in one building as cold and unhelpful.
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