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Governors Walk Retirement Home

150 Stanley Avenue Ottawa ON K1M 2J7

5/5

(12 reviewers)

From Google

Type:

Retirement Home

Suites:

75

Languages:

English

Cultural designations:

None

Starting price:

From $3,400/mo

About Us

Governors Walk is located in a historic setting in Ottawa, providing a warm and supportive environment where seniors can thrive with dignity, security, and respect. The community focuses on personalized care, ensuring that residents maintain their independence and quality of life. It offers proximity to local landmarks, hospitals, and shopping, enhancing the convenience for residents and their families. The core values of the community center around compassion and individualized support, fostering a community feel that prioritizes the well-being of each resident.

Levels of Care

The community offers several levels of care, including Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Respite Care. Assisted Living provides medication management, bathing assistance, and personal care support, ensuring residents receive the help they need while promoting independence. Memory Care is designed for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, featuring specialized programs and 24/7 dedicated nursing staff to enhance cognitive function and reduce anxiety. Respite Care is available for short-term stays, ideal for post-hospital recovery or caregiver relief, allowing access to all assisted living services and amenities.

Accommodation Options

Accommodations within the community are designed to be accessible and comfortable, featuring various layouts that cater to the needs of residents. Each suite is equipped with essential amenities to ensure a supportive living environment.

Support Services

Support services include comprehensive personal care options such as medication management, bathing and showering assistance, oxygen and diabetes management, continence support, and escort services. The community also provides 24/7 professional care, ensuring residents have access to assistance whenever needed.

Amenities

Amenities at the community include a Parliament Skyline Rooftop Terrace with breathtaking views of Ottawa, elegant dining and lounge spaces, a historic on-site monastery offering multi-denominational spiritual services, a resident-run library, and a cozy Legacy Lounge for socializing and relaxation.

Activities

The community offers a variety of engaging activities curated by the Lifestyles & Wellness team, focusing on cognitive stimulation through chess and reading clubs, physical wellness with yoga and exercise classes, creative expression via art therapy and crafting, and community engagement through movie nights and live entertainment. Therapeutic programs such as music therapy and horticulture therapy are also available, ensuring that every day is filled with purpose and connection.

Dining

Dining at the community is designed to be an enjoyable experience, featuring three daily meals and all-day refreshments. Meals are served restaurant-style, with specialized menus tailored to dietary needs. The community also offers dedicated Memory Care dining for enhanced comfort and familiarity, as well as private dining options for special gatherings.

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Care Services at Governors Walk Retirement Home

Assistance with Bathing

Assistance with Feeding

Assistance with Personal Hygiene

Assistance with Ambulation

Provision of Skin and Wound Care

Continence Care

Administration of Drugs or Another Substance

Provision of a Meal

Assistance with Dressing

Any Service That a Member of the Ontario College of Pharmacists Provides While Engaging in the Practice of Pharmacy

Any service that a member of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario provides while engaging in the practice of medicine

Any Service That a Member of the College of Nurses of Ontario Provides While Engaging in the Practice of Nursing

Care services provided by retirement homes are available through the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority

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Last modified on Aug 8, 2025