At Yume, aging isn't an ending. It's a new beginning.
'Yume' means 'dream' in Japanese, and that dream guides everything we do: creating spaces where seniors don't just live, but truly thrive.We're redefining what it means to age well.
This isn't a retirement home. It's a forward-thinking community built around independence, connection, and dignity. We blend smart-home technology with holistic wellness and culturally rooted care, creating environments that honor each resident's unique story and traditions.
Our team brings together educators, designers, health professionals, and technologists, all united by a shared mission to build something better. We're here to prove that the best chapters are still ahead.
“Yume” means dream in Japanese, and it reflects our deepest belief:
Aging should not be feared or hidden. It should be dreamed into, shaped with hope, dignity, and care.
Yume Living is where your dreams become real. A place where you thrive beyond your greatest imagination, alongside a community that shares your values.
Our team is made up of educators, health professionals, caregivers, technologists, business professionals, and community builders, each united by a shared dream: to reimagine aging in Canada and beyond.
We are committed to inclusive design, technology for good, and building a better future for our elders.
Vy Hoang is a tech entrepreneur, community builder, and devoted son inspired by the quiet strength of his mother and grandmother, the women who raised him as the 2nd youngest of 13 children. As a former refugee and cancer survivor, Vy’s life has been shaped by resilience, compassion, and a deep respect for elders. After witnessing the lack of culturally inclusive, dignified elder care in Canada, he founded Yume Living to change that narrative.
To Vy, aging should be a time of fulfillment; not fear or isolation. Yume Living is his dream made real: a vibrant, tech-enabled community where aging adults are celebrated, cared for, and connected to culture and family. Through innovation, empathy, and bold design, Vy is leading a movement to reimagine aging for generations to come.
Julie Chan is a seasoned Nurse Practitioner with over nine years of experience in emergency and primary care. Her career, including her service during the COVID-19 pandemic, has fueled her passion for personalized senior care. At Yume Living, Julie ensures that every resident receives clinical excellence paired with genuine empathy.
Beyond her leadership in healthcare operations and caregiver hiring, Julie’s love for health and wellness extends into her personal life; as a CrossFit athlete, a home chef, and a firm believer in aging vibrantly. She is committed to creating an environment where care is not only responsive, but empowering Her clinical excellence is fueled by genuine compassion and respect, ensuring every resident and staff alike feels valued and at home.
With a rich background in education and leadership, Shelly Ball has dedicated her life to service; first to young people as a teacher, vice-principal, and professor, and now to seniors through her work with Yume Living. In early retirement, Shelly found herself deeply inspired by the resilience and wisdom of older adults. Her vision is clear: aging should be full of joy, connection, and purpose. Shelly brings warmth, creativity, and a global perspective to Yume’s community programming. Whether she’s helping shape inclusive activities or advocating for better aging policies, she’s building a future where every older adult can feel empowered, adventurous, and deeply at home.
Kieu is a full-time mom and team leader at an AI solutions company in Scarborough's very own heart. She brings unmatched dedication to both her work and her family. With deep expertise in AI integration and smart-home technology, Kieu is committed to making innovation accessible and meaningful for seniors. Her people-first approach ensures that every system we build at Yume Living is intuitive, empowering, and designed with real lives in mind. Driven by a belief that technology should enhance human connection rather than replace it, Kieu is shaping the future of senior living, one where smart homes adapt to residents, not the other way around. Whether she's leading her team or supporting her family, Kieu gives her all to creating solutions that truly serve people.
Jason Ho grew up in a large family where elder care was part of everyday life. His passion for designing age-friendly environments led him to dedicate his undergraduate thesis to the concept of aging at home. With experience in a healthcare-focused architecture firm, Jason has seen firsthand both the challenges and the potential of design to support aging populations.
At Yume Living, he brings together a lifetime of personal insight, academic study, and professional experience to create spaces that promote wellness, independence, and dignity. His belief is simple but powerful: good design can transform how we age.
Udayani Chava is a passionate web developer committed to building functional, user-friendly digital solutions that address real-world needs.
Her work with Yume Living reflects both her technical expertise and her personal connection to its mission. With firsthand experience supporting aging parents and staying connected to family abroad, Udayani brings empathy and purpose to every aspect of her role — ensuring the technology behind Yume is as thoughtful and accessible as the community it supports. She is driven by the belief that technology, when built with intention, can create more inclusive and compassionate spaces for all.
Malaak Hamadeh is a business student with a passion for purpose-driven web design and digital marketing. Born and raised in Toronto, she’s the youngest in her family — a role that gave her a deep appreciation for the elders who shaped her life with quiet resilience, generosity, and care. Their voices- both in family and in community- have become the foundation of who she is today, echoing in every decision, value, and vision she carries forward.
Her work with Yume is not just professional — it’s personal. She shares the vision of honoring seniors through community and innovation, using her talents to build a brand that reflects care, dignity, and cultural connection. With both strategy and heart, she’s helping shape a future where older adults feel seen, valued, and supported — one thoughtful click at a time.
Elsa Navarro is a content creator and marketing professional based in Toronto, originally from León, Mexico. Having immigrated to Canada at 19, she understands the profound importance of honoring one's roots while building community in a new home.
As a first-generation immigrant who found her own community in Toronto, Elsa is passionate about giving back to the generation that shaped the city she now calls home. She volunteers with Yume Living to help share their vision of senior living that preserves dignity, honors traditions, and celebrates the wisdom of our elders.
Professionally, Elsa creates digital content at i3 International and is continuing her family's centennial business in Canada.
At Yume Living, we know that choosing the right senior living community is about more than just amenities, it’s about finding a place that feels like home. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply exploring new options, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Our team is happy to answer any questions, schedule a personalized tour, or walk you through how our culturally inclusive, wellness-focused approach can support your family’s unique needs. Every conversation we have starts with care and ends with connection.
