Pickering, Ontario
Amica Pickering
1450 Pickering Pkwy, Pickering, ON L1V 0G2
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- Pickering, ON
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About this community
Amica Pickering is an eight-storey senior living residence in Pickering, Ontario, with underground parking for residents. The residence offers independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite or short stays, with a nursing and wellness team available 24/7. Amenities include a library lounge, fitness centre, self-serve bistro, arts-and-crafts kitchen, theatre, hair salon and spa.
Care & daily life
These care categories are listed for Amica Pickering. Confirm the specific services, staffing and suitability directly with the community.
Assisted Living
Housing with support for everyday activities; exact services require confirmation.
About this care categoryIndependent Living
Senior-oriented housing for people living independently who want community conveniences.
About this care categoryLong-Term Care / Nursing Home
Settings offering continuous nursing or complex care where supported.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
Explore the published details below. Confirm current arrangements and individual needs with Amica Pickering.
Care & support
Assisted living suites are on a dedicated floor, with licensed nurses and professional care aides on hand around the clock. A registered nurse is on duty at all times, and the Director of Wellness oversees residents' medical needs.
Assisted living residents receive help with bathing and showering, and personal care plans cover dressing, grooming, medication management and escort assistance. Staffing increases as residents need more support.
Memory care suites are on a dedicated floor, with enriching activities and care from certified experts in dementia care.
Respite, short-term and convalescent stays are offered based on availability, with professional support available 24/7.
Rooms & living spaces
Suites include studios of 356 to 406 sq. ft., one-bedroom suites of 551 to 652 sq. ft. and two-bedroom suites of 722 to 853 sq. ft. Each has a kitchenette and a private bathroom.
Residents furnish and decorate their own suites, and small pets are welcome. Independent living suites are equipped with a washer and dryer.
Dining & meals
Red Seal certified chefs prepare three meals daily, served in a dining room on the resident's floor. A self-serve bistro offers light fare and beverages all day, and the kitchen accommodates special dietary requirements.
Residents can enjoy wine with a meal or host a catered dinner party, and family and friends are welcome to join meals.
Activities & connection
Life enrichment staff organize movie nights, creative workshops, guest speakers, seasonal parties, social events and outings, along with clubs, a walking club and brain fitness programs.
Fitness options include group and individual classes, strength training in the fitness centre, and accessible pool fitness classes. Chef demonstrations and painting classes take place in the craft kitchen.
Shared spaces & amenities
Shared spaces include a library lounge, computer lounge, self-serve bistro, craft kitchen, fitness centre, home theatre, hair salon and spa. Wi-Fi is available in common spaces, and the residence has a greenhouse and a workshop.
A concierge, personal emergency response pendants monitored on-site and scheduled transportation for shopping and excursions are provided. Landscaped grounds include a dining patio, gazebo and raised garden boxes.
Accessibility
Suites have lightweight door hardware, low windows, doorways and corners sized for canes, walkers and wheelchairs, and bathrooms with grab bars and accessible fixtures.
Location & getting around
The residence is in South Pickering on the shores of Lake Ontario, a few minutes from Pickering Town Centre. It is reachable via Highway 401 or public transit, and a shuttle bus runs excursions to places such as Frenchman's Bay.
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Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact Amica Pickering. They are conversation starters, not claims about what this community offers.
Rooms & accessibility
Which room or suite options are available? Can we see the bathroom, entrances and shared spaces to check whether they meet our accessibility needs?
Dining & everyday life
What meals and dietary options are offered? May we see a current activity schedule and ask how residents choose what to take part in?
Support as needs change
What support is included, who provides it and when? What happens if a resident needs more help than the community can provide?
Costs & moving in
Can we get an itemized quote, including fees and optional services? Is there a waiting list, and what assessments or agreements are needed before moving in?
