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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

Governors Walk – Compassionate Assisted Living & Memory Care🏡 A Personalized Approach to Senior Care

At Governors Walk, we provide a warm, supportive environment where seniors can thrive with dignity, security, and respect. Whether you're looking for Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Respite Stays, our dedicated team of caregivers ensures you receive the personalized support you need—while maintaining your independence and quality of life.

🌿 Assisted Living at Governors Walk

Medication Management – Ensuring accurate, timely administration

Bathing & Showering Assistance – Promoting personal hygiene and comfort

Oxygen & Diabetes Management – Monitoring and supporting medical needs

Continence Support & Personal Care Assistance – Helping with daily routines

Escort Services – Assistance with mobility and outings

24/7 Professional Care – A team of compassionate caregivers at your service

Your lifestyle, your way—our services are tailored to your needs.

Metta Memory Care – Specialized Support for Dementia & Alzheimer’s

Our Metta Memory neighbourhoods offer a secure, comforting environment designed specifically for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Through compassionate, person-centered care, our trained staff focuses on individual interests, life experiences, and personal needs.

24/7 dedicated nursing staff

Medication management & supervision

Specialized therapeutic programs to reduce anxiety & improve cognition

Daily suite tidying, personal laundry & linen services

Emergency nurse-call pendant for safety & peace of mind

Color-coded plates & ergonomic cutlery to enhance dining independence

Unique Features of Metta Memory Care

🖼 Sensory Murals – Designed to evoke familiar memories and create a calming, engaging experience

🌿 Therapeutic Gardens – Encouraging relaxation and interaction

🎵 Music & Pet Therapy – Proven to reduce stress, increase socialization, and enhance mood

🖌 Montessori Care – Activities designed to stimulate memory and motor skills

💡 Art Therapy – Encouraging self-expression and cognitive function

We integrate leading dementia care practices to ensure our residents feel engaged, safe, and valued.

Respite & Short-Term Care at Governors Walk

Ideal for post-hospital recovery or caregiver relief

Access to all assisted living services & amenities

Minimum 4-week stay, up to 60 days

24/7 care, meals, and wellness programs included

A perfect way to experience our community before making a long-term commitment!

Dining at Metta Lifestyles

At Governors Walk, dining is more than just meals—it’s an experience. Our culinary team provides delicious, nutritious, and restaurant-style dining, ensuring every meal is both enjoyable and health-conscious.

Three daily meals & all-day refreshments

Restaurant-style service & fine dining experience

Specialized menus based on dietary needs

Dedicated Memory Care dining for enhanced comfort & familiarity

Private dining options for special gatherings

Enjoy gourmet meals prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients, inspired by the Canadian Food Guide.

Enriching Activities & Therapies

Our Lifestyles & Wellness team curates a schedule of engaging activities that focus on:

Cognitive Stimulation – Chess, puzzles, reading clubs

Physical Wellness – Yoga, exercise classes, walking groups

Creative Expression – Art therapy, painting, crafting

Community & Social Engagement – Movie nights, live entertainment, excursions

Therapeutic Programs – Music therapy, pet therapy, horticulture therapy

Every day is filled with purpose, joy, and connection.

Amenities at Governors Walk

Parliament Skyline Rooftop Terrace – Breathtaking views of Ottawa

Elegant Dining & Lounge Spaces – Enjoy meals in a beautiful setting

Historic On-Site Monastery – Offering multi-denominational spiritual services

Resident-Run Library – Perfect for book lovers

Legacy Lounge – A cozy space for socializing & relaxation

Why Choose Governors Walk?

Personalized Assisted Living & Memory Care

Specialized Dementia Support with Metta Memory

Exceptional Dining & Nutrition

Wide Range of Enriching Activities & Therapies

Beautiful Historic Setting with Modern Comforts

📅 Schedule a Tour & Experience Governors Walk Today!

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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 Jul 26, 2025