Governors Walk Retirement Home

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.

✔ 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.

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.

✔ 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!

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.

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.

✔ 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

✔ 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!