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Considering a new home is no simple decision. We’re happy to provide below a list of common questions and useful resources to help you in your research.

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On a sunny Friday in Kitchener this week, residents, staff, families and special guests gathered to celebrate a new chapter for peopleCare A.R. Goudie Long-Term Care (LTC) Home in meeting the needs of the community. Together with the Minister of …
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peopleCare Communities would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to the 39 recipients of this year’s 2024 Values Awards. These outstanding employees were nominated by their peers for exemplifying our Values and going above and beyond to exceed the expectations …
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peopleCare Communities is thrilled to share that we have acquired Delhi Long-Term Care Centre and the Home is now officially part of the peopleCare family. The 60-bed long-term care (LTC) Home was built in 1972 by local businessman Bill Gheysen, …
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Long-Term Care

Please contact your Ontario Health atHome branch.

All applications and admission to long-term care homes are arranged by Ontario Health atHome.

Your local Ontario Health atHome Branch will help you every step of the way. Ontario Health atHome staff will:

There are significant wait lists for long-term care in most areas of the province. The length of your wait is dependent upon which Home and the type of accommodation you have selected.

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Retirement

No, accommodations in Retirement Homes are all rentals.

Many Retirement Residences welcome pets but ask to be certain. If pets are allowed, you are fully responsible for your pet and to provide an emergency contact should you be unable to care for it.

Retirement Homes in Ontario are licensed under the Retirement Homes Act and covered by the Residential Tenancies Act.  You can find more information on the Ontario Retirement Communities Association website at www.orcaretirement.com

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