Winchester Glen Retirement Community
New Community Opening Jun, 2021
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About Winchester Glen Retirement Community
A member of Greenwood Retirement Communities
You deserve this! After years of working hard and planning for your retirement, you deserve to spend your golden years in a place you feel proud to call home. Your home at Winchester Glen Retirement Community will offer an enjoyable, comfortable, and active lifestyle where you can be as busy or relaxed as you want to be. Picture yourself enjoying the privacy of your independent suite with all the amenities and services you expect and deserve at your doorstep. Imagine a place where your neighbours are your friends, and where at any time you can share a leisurely stroll, a coffee at the Bistro, a night of live entertainment or participate together in the various activities and daily recreation programs we offer. Winchester Glen offers accommodation and care packages for Independent Living & Independent Supported Living lifestyles. With over 200 private suites in a variety of different sizes and styles, we can help you find the perfect new home to fit your taste and budget. Family and friends are welcome to visit anytime. We also welcome the four-legged members of your family, as permanent fixtures or just visits, because Winchester Glen is a pet-friendly community. Located at the junction of Winchester Rd. & Simcoe Rd. in North Oshawa, we are quickly accessible from the 407 and will be just minutes from the new, state of the art Windfields Farm shopping centre. Contact us today to explore retirement living at Winchester Glen!
Languages Spoken: English
Insider reviews & perspectives
Comfort Life Review
Through the beginning of the 2020’s, Greenwood Retirement Communities has garnered raves across its communities for its handling of coronavirus, demonstrating its diligence in both safety and care. Staff and administration across Greenwood communities are also singled out for praise, for their extraordinary commitment, and attention to seniors. Families and prospective residents of Winchester Glen will live in a community with a fulfilling lifestyle, where everyday is lived at full value.
The beautifully contemporary building design here is remarkable for its emphasis on natural lighting. The good life lived by residents here is spurred by onsite spa services, a salon, and full slate of daily activities. You can be as busy or as relaxed as you want to be. Seniors in this area of Oshawa will love the benefits of living in a community with others their own age, many from the area, who share both past experiences and present circumstances. It’s the right place to be.
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Lifestyle options
Independent Living (definition)
Cost from $3,800
Independent Living is a good option for residents seeking the benefits of living in a senior-friendly community while still enjoying all the choices of living independently. Our flexible pricing enables residents to add and remove services such as meal plans, housekeeping and care services whenever they like. Independent Living offers 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom private suites in a variety of styles in the Elmcroft South section of the building. All suites are equipped with full kitchens and in-suite laundry. All residents in Elmcroft South enjoy full access to all amenities, recreation activities and on-site entertainment.
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Meals (Extra fee)
- Meals credits (Extra fee)
- Daily tidy (Extra fee)
- Housekeeping (Extra fee)
- Medication administration (Extra fee)
Assistance with
- Bathing (Extra fee)
Assisted Living (definition)
Cost from $3,700
Independent Supported Living is ideal for seniors looking for a full-service retirement experience. Our all-inclusive pricing lets you rest easy knowing that the tiresome chores of cooking, housekeeping and linen laundry are taken care of for you. Residents in Independent Supported Living also have the reassurance of having the support of our care staff for medication administration and 24-hour emergency assistance, if needed. Additional care services are available as needs change over time. Independent Supported Living is best suited for seniors who may need some support, but do not require intensive medical and nursing care provided in long-term care facilities. Independent Support Living offers studios, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom private suites in a variety of styles in the Parkwood North building. All suites include a kitchenette with a fridge/freezer, a sink, cupboards & counterspace. Complimentary laundry facilities are located on each floor. All residents who opt for Independent Supported Living enjoy full access to all amenities, recreation activities and on-site entertainment.
Includes
- Designated dining area
- Meals (2x/day)
- Daily tidy (Extra fee)
- Housekeeping (1x/week)
- Medication administration
- Resident Reminders
Assistance with
- Bathing (Extra fee)
- Dressing (Extra fee)
Suites
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $3,800 - $4,300
- Size: 635sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$250
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Kitchen
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 2-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,400 - $4,800
- Size: 969sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$250
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Kitchen
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: Studio
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $3,700 - $3,900
- Size: 366sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$600
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 1-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,100 - $4,700
- Size: 549sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$600
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Patio/Balcony
- Personal phone number in room (included)
- Contact:
- Type: 2-bed
- Ownership: Rent
- Cost: $4,700 - $4,900
- Size: 786sq/ft
- Companion fee: +$600
- Details:
- Cable TV in room (included)
- Call Bell System
- Kitchenette
- Patio/Balcony
- Contact:
Dining
When you live at Winchester Glen, you can enjoy gourmet meals every single day without ever having to worry about grocery shopping, cooking, and washing dishes. Our chef-prepared meals are made with the freshest ingredients and served by courteous staff in our elegant dining room. Every meal will be well-balanced and as delicious as it is nutritious. Our dining team will prepare varied entrees, hearty soups, a variety of fresh salads and vegetables. For those with a sweet tooth, our tempting desserts will be hard to resist. Mealtimes are flexible and menu choices will be available at each meal to cater to your tastes. Special diets will be accommodated whenever possible. We offer flexible meal-plan options to suit everyone’s needs. Whether you join us every day, once a week or anytime you need a break from cooking, our friendly dining staff will be ready to look after you when you arrive. Guests are always welcome, and arrangements can be made for family and friends to join anytime. You can even reserve our private dining area for special occasions and family celebrations. Once you invite your family to join, they will be asking when they can come back next. For snacks and lighter meal options, you can visit our Bistro Café at your convenience any time of the day. Do you enjoy cooking? If yes, be sure to choose a suite in Elmcroft South – the Independent Living section of the community. With full kitchens in every suite, you can prepare your own meals at your convenience but still have the option to join us for a meal in the dining whenever you choose.
Meal service : Bistro: Resident and family (daytime), Room Service (extra fee), Tray service in suite (extra fee)
Seating type : Open seating
Special diets : Diabetic, Kosher style, Lactose free, Low sodium
Amenities & Services
Residence Amenities & Services
Programs & Activities
At Winchester Glen, you will have the choice to spend your days however you like. Each day, there will be an array of activities waiting for you, just outside your front door and you will be encouraged to do whatever makes you smile! Staying socially, physically and mentally active as we age is key to a healthy and happy lifestyle. At Winchester Glen, you will have plenty of opportunities to engage in activities with other residents that feed your mind, body & spirit. Our Recreation Manager will soon get to know you and your interests and will keep the recreation calendar full of activities you will be sure to love – both on-site at Winchester Glen and planned excursions to nearby attractions.
Staff & Care
Executive Director's Message
Jennifer Caley
Welcome to “Winchester Glen “, Oshawa’s newest home of elegance & comfort in retirement living. This beautiful 200-suite community is located in the North end of Oshawa, just steps away from local amenities to meet all of your personal needs.
Here at Winchester Glen, we take pride in focusing on our residents. Their independence, wellbeing and personal happiness is what makes Winchester Glen so special.
From our well-appointed accommodations to the wonderful amenities & social activities, our caring staff take pride in the services we provide.
Contact us today at (905)410-2501 to receive an information package giving you a comprehensive overview of the services, amenities and programs available to you at Winchester Glen. We would be happy to give you a personal tour!
Sincerely,
Jennifer Caley, Executive Director
Staff
| Medical Staff | |
|---|---|
| Registered Practical Nurses | 16 hrs/day |
| Personal Support Workers | 24 hrs/day |
| Doctor | visiting 1x/week |
| Health & Wellness Team | visiting 5x/week |
| Massage Therapist | on call |
| Geriatric Pharmacist | visiting 1x/week |
| Mobility Specialist | on call |
| Foot care specialist | visiting 2x/month |
| Dentist | on call |
| Physiotherapist | visiting 5x/week |
| Chiropodist | on call |
Number of care staff:
- Daytime: 5
- Weekends: 3
- Nights: 3
Care services
Care options available:
- Guest stays available (cost from $120)
- Respite care available (cost from $135)
- Convalescent care (cost from $135)
- Private home-care allowed
Health Services:
- Catheter care(with special assistance)
- Medication charted by electronic pen(with special assistance)
- Medication charted by exception(with special assistance)
- Ostomy care(with special assistance)
- Oxygen assistance(with special assistance)
- Physically challenged residents(with special assistance)
- Vitals monitoring(with special assistance)
Move-in requirements
Accreditation & Associations
Blog & News
Neighbourhood
Neighbourhood
Our central location means you will have easy access to the many of the attractions Oshawa has to offer. For instance, you may wish to visit historic sites such as the Parkwood Estate, engage with art & culture at the Robert McLaughlin Gallery or enjoy a variety of other attractions including the Oshawa Valley Botanical Gardens. For those who like to shop, Oshawa Centre is the largest retail mall in the region and will be just a short drive from Winchester Glen.
Winchester Glen Retirement is located at 2501 Thoroughbred Street, Oshawa, Ontario, L1L 0P8.
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