There can be little doubt that Ottawa is one of the best places to live in Canada and there are numerous excellent Ottawa retirement homes. Ottawa has almost as many retirement homes as you will find in much larger cities such as Toronto or Montreal. There are many choices among Ottawa retirement residences, as exemplified in our listings.
Many Ottawa retirement homes have been built in the last 20 years and services and attitudes reflect very contemporary views. There are several standout Ottawa retirement residences featuring modern construction and located near local attractions such as the Rideau River and downtown Ottawa.
Elder care in Ottawa
If you are unsure about moving into a retirement home in Ottawa, you can call the local Community Care Access Centre (CCAC) or visit their website to read about other options. For example, We Care Home Health Services has been serving the Ottawa area for about 20 years. They serve greater Ottawa, including areas as far out as Carlsbad Springs, Metcalf, Kemptville, Stitsville and many other surrounding communities. To learn more, consult the website for We Care in Ottawa. You might also check out the site for Ottawa Home Health Care Services for Seniors.
Ottawa is also a very accessible city, legendary for its paved pathways and progressive attitudes toward public accessibility. You can find out about the latest initiatives in Ottawa’s accessibility services here.
Living in Ottawa
One complaint of many seniors is that “my kids never come to visit.” One of the advantages of picking a retirement residence in Ottawa is that there are many things to see and do. Your children and grandchildren should want to come and see you, as there are many tourist attractions in summer, including the parliament buildings, numerous museums and the many beautiful parks in Ottawa. In winter, of course, there is the thrill of skating on the Rideau Canal.
Finding the right retirement residence in Ottawa, Ontario
When searching for a retirement home in Ottawa, be certain to look for the symbol of the Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA). In all its listings, Comfort Life makes sure to clearly indicate homes that have met the approval of this well respected body. Bear in mind that there is no government regulation of retirement homes in Ontario. The nation’s capital is no different, so be sure to choose a retirement home very carefully.
Belleville and other areas of Eastern Ontario
All of eastern Ontario makes for a peaceful place to live, whether you decide to retire there or not. We list retirement homes that serve the area of Belleville, Trenton, Kingston and all the twons and villages of Eastern Ontario. With their location close to the 401 corridor, these homes combine care with closeness to superb health care.
