Waterloo, Ontario
Chartwell Westhill Retirement Community
25 Westhill Dr, Waterloo, ON N2T 0C4
- Location
- Waterloo, ON
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About this community
Chartwell Westhill Retirement Community is a retirement community in Waterloo, Ontario, offering independent living suites and separate seniors' apartments with full kitchens. The community sits on a quiet cul-de-sac in a park-like setting, a few minutes from The Boardwalk shopping area. Residents can add care through the Care Assist program, and on-site nursing is part of the care team.
Care & daily life
These care categories are listed for Chartwell Westhill Retirement Community. Confirm the specific services, staffing and suitability directly with the community.
Independent Living
Senior-oriented housing for people living independently who want community conveniences.
About this care categoryA closer look at the community
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Care & support
The Care Assist program offers a la carte services and all-inclusive care packages, with care staff on site 24/7 and a call bell system in each suite.
Examples of services include medication management, oxygen management, help with morning or evening routines, bathing or showering assistance, injection service, continence care, meal assistance and escorts to meals or activities.
Lab and pharmacy providers partner with the community, so residents can see a pharmacist or other health care provider without leaving. A Health & Wellness Manager assesses care needs before move-in, and respite stays are offered.
Rooms & living spaces
Suites come as studio, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den and two-bedroom layouts with nine-foot ceilings, large windows, a private balcony, a full kitchen, in-suite storage and individually controlled heating and air conditioning.
Each suite has a step-in shower with grab bars and an emergency call system, and suites are pet-friendly. In-suite laundry, a personal mailbox and weekly housekeeping are also listed.
Separate seniors' apartments next to the main residence have full kitchens, and residents can opt into a meal plan. If needs change, residents can move into the main retirement residence.
Dining & meals
Chef-prepared meals are served in the Empress Dining Room, with daily features and a la carte selections and flexible dining times. Independent living includes three chef-prepared meals each day.
The Westhill Cafe and Pickwick's Pub offer a casual setting, and the Rosecourt Dining Room is a private space for hosting family and friends. Menus change with the four seasons.
Activities & connection
Activities include fitness and wellness classes, social events, guest speakers, live music, creative workshops, cooking demonstrations, Sunday services and day trips aboard the community coach.
Shared spaces & amenities
Amenities include the Fit Club fitness centre, the Fireside Lounge, Century Hall for movies, a demonstration kitchen, a salon and spa, a cafe and pub, and gardens with walking paths and a gazebo.
Optional services include designated parking, Store to Door grocery delivery, personal laundry, wellness and esthetician treatments, and a guest suite for visiting family and friends.
Location & getting around
The community is minutes from The Boardwalk, which has shops, restaurants, cafes, banks, pharmacies and a medical clinic, and is near parks and walking trails.
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Before you decide
Use these questions when you contact Chartwell Westhill Retirement Community. 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?
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