Beacon Heights Retirement Residence in Ottawa provides assisted-living care with an emphasis on consistent medical oversight. Registered nurses and personal support workers are on site around the clock to manage medications, monitor vital signs, coordinate physician visits, and respond to emergencies through the facility’s in-suite call system. Residents benefit from regular health assessments and formal care plans that can be adjusted quickly if conditions change, allowing most medical needs to be handled without leaving the building.
Beyond direct clinical services, the residence offers practical day-to-day support that helps residents maintain independence. Staff assist with bathing, dressing, toiletries, and mobility, and a physiotherapist and occupational therapist visit regularly for exercise and recovery programs. Foot-care clinics, on-site lab work, pharmacy delivery, and scheduled transportation to outside specialists are available, and the team coordinates discharge planning if a resident returns from hospital care.
Suites are available in several layouts, including studios and one-bedrooms, each with a private washroom equipped with grab bars and walk-in showers. Every unit includes an emergency call device, individually controlled heating and cooling, and weekly housekeeping and linen service. Some suites add features such as kitchenettes, balconies, or extra storage, but not all accommodations have all the features. Pets are allowed. It’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
Meals are prepared on site three times a day and served in a central dining room, with menu choices reviewed by a dietitian to meet nutritional guidelines. The kitchen can handle common therapeutic diets such as diabetic, low-sodium, and puréed options, and snacks are available between meals. Tray service is offered when a resident is unwell, and a private dining space can be reserved for family gatherings. While staff aim to honor individual preferences, not every specialized diet can be accommodated in every circumstance.
