Chartwell Pickering City Centre Retirement Residence

Chartwell Pickering City Centre is an established retirement residence offering a range of independent living options for individuals and couples seeking an active, fulfilling retirement. Our senior living residence is renowned for its warm, friendly atmosphere, defined by a sense of belonging and a tight-knit, diverse community of residents and staff. Many residents choose our home due to its local proximity to family, making it a convenient and welcoming place to live.

Accommodations and Location

We offer large, bright one- and two-bedroom suites with nine-foot ceilings and Juliette balconies that provide stunning views of the city. Our caring and dedicated staff strive to exceed expectations, ensuring you enjoy the comforts and security of home, plus the peace of mind you deserve.

Located in the heart of Pickering City Centre, a vibrant city with small-town charm, you'll find an energetic community of residents. Our charming retirement community is conveniently located three minutes away from the Pickering Recreation Complex and steps from the Pickering Town Centre. You’ll have easy access to local amenities, including restaurants, liquor stores, banks, coffee shops, retail shopping, and historical landmarks. Enjoy the best of both worlds with nearby lush natural parks like Esplanade Park and Diana Princess of Wales Park. For those who prefer to drive, we are conveniently located near Highway 401, 407, and Pickering GO Station.

Amenities and Activities

One of the most appreciated aspects of life at Chartwell Pickering City Centre is our residence’s superb amenities and variety of enriching activities. In addition to three delicious and nutritious daily meals, housekeeping, and flexible care services, we provide a range of recreational activities designed to keep you engaged, active, and entertained. Our open-concept amenities create a conducive setting for social gatherings and lifestyle experiences. Residents lead recreational programs, enjoy musical performances, learn new hobbies, or discuss their favourite books. You choose how each day unfolds based on your preferences.

Care and Support

To ensure personalized support, our Care Assist program offers à la carte wellness services and all-inclusive care packages. This flexibility allows you to create a customized care plan that meets your unique needs, preferences, and abilities, ensuring you feel your best each day.

Dining Experience

Every day at Chartwell Pickering City Centre includes delicious meals with friendly fellow residents in our inviting dining room. Enjoy three daily meals as part of your independent lifestyle, freeing you to focus on pursuits that inspire and fulfill you. Our dining room is bright, comfortable, and classic, reflecting the residence’s overall atmosphere. The daily menu features freshly prepared, nutritious dishes, including resident favorites and enticing new options. For a pick-me-up between meals, visit our bistro for a selection of beverages and freshly prepared snacks. We also accommodate special dietary needs.

Vibrant Community

Step through the doors of Chartwell Pickering City Centre and experience the relaxed yet energetic ambiance. Our residents are proud to call our residence home, enjoying a social and supportive independent living lifestyle. Our robust lifestyle programming fosters connections and meaningful friendships.

Residents engage in various activities, such as Rhythm ‘N’ Moves sessions, FitMinds classes, arts classes, sing-alongs, and guest speaker series. They actively participate in planning activities, leading classes, and clubs. Enjoy dancing at our seniors’ prom, competing in Bridge tournaments or Scrabble games, and going on regular outings for picnics, country drives, festivals, and shopping trips.

Living Spaces

Our one- and two-bedroom suites are some of the largest in the area, featuring well-appointed kitchenettes and picture windows with Juliette balconies. Some suites overlook Esplanade Park, providing beautiful views. These spacious homes are perfect for couples or individuals downsizing from larger houses, condos, or apartments, with enough room to display treasured belongings and furnishings.

Convenient and Dynamic Location

Set within a leafy, peaceful residential neighbourhood yet steps away from Pickering Town Centre and the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, Chartwell Pickering City Centre is perfectly located for residents and their families. Pickering is a dynamic, growing city that enjoys a blend of urban amenities, including the upcoming City Centre Project with a performing arts center, senior and youth hubs, and a public square. Residents are also connected to the city’s lakefront with its charming Nautical Village and many parks and natural spaces.

Explore Pickering

Residents can stroll to various amenities, including shopping, dining, banking, and recreational facilities. The residence is also convenient to transit, the Pickering GO Station, and major highways. Lakeridge Health Ajax Pickering Hospital is just 15 minutes away.

Local Attractions

Pickering offers big-city attractions and small-city charms conducive to an active yet relaxed lifestyle. Enjoy quaint boutiques, eateries, bakeries, coffee shops, and pubs in Nautical Village while strolling the Waterfront Trail or Beachpoint Promenade. Discover Frenchman’s Bay with its beach, lighthouses, restaurant, and marina. Millennium Square hosts free concerts and festivals during the summer.

Nature lovers will appreciate the Rouge National Urban Park and Petticoat Creek Conservation Area, both offering beautiful trails and wildlife. The Pickering Museum Village provides a glimpse into 1800s town life, while the Pickering Casino offers modern entertainment with a new hotel-resort featuring nine restaurants and a theater.

Foodies will love Pickering’s August Food Truck Festival in Esplanade Park, and arts enthusiasts can enjoy May’s Artfest, showcasing local makers and their handcrafted wares.

At Chartwell Pickering City Centre, you’ll find a welcoming, supportive, and vibrant community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and active retirement lifestyle. Welcome to a place where you can thrive and feel at home.