Heritage Woods of Ottawa offers assisted living as its primary level of care, providing residents with day-to-day support that balances independence with practical help. Licensed nurses are on site to oversee medication management, monitor chronic conditions and respond to health changes. Specialized diabetes care is available for those who need regular blood-sugar checks and diet coordination. The community can also coordinate stroke recovery programs and hospice services, and speech therapy sessions are available for residents who require help with communication or swallowing issues.
Additional health-related features include an emergency call system in every apartment for rapid staff response around the clock. Incontinence and ambulatory care are available, and caregivers are trained to help residents manage mobility devices and personal hygiene. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are handled on site to minimize infection risks associated with soiled linens. These layers of support allow residents and their families to rely on a single location for most routine and specialized health needs.
Apartments come in studio and efficiency layouts and include options such as wall-to-wall carpet, individually controlled heat and air, and central air conditioning. Select units add conveniences like in-unit washers and dryers, cable television access, phone service and fireplaces, while outdoor areas and garden space offer residents places to relax outside. Because floor plans and features vary, not every apartment includes every amenity listed.
Dining services provide three daily meals prepared to meet nutritional guidelines, with attention to dietary requirements that align with diabetes management and other medical directives. Healthy snacks are available between meals, and residents can choose to eat in a communal dining room or request tray service when feeling unwell. The culinary staff works with nurses and caregivers to ensure portion sizes, sugar content and texture modifications match individual care plans.
Residents have access to an activity center that hosts clubs, bingo games, and arts and crafts sessions, along with a library and computer lounge for quiet recreation. A swimming pool supports low-impact exercise, while scheduled social outings extend engagement beyond the campus. These amenities are designed to encourage daily movement, cognitive stimulation and social connection without residents needing to leave the security of the community.
