Who These Apartments Are For?
Senior Living Apartments are designed for people who want to live independently today, while planning thoughtfully for the future.
Seniors and Veterans aged 65+
Who are ready to downsize but still want a private apartment and an active, community-based lifestyle.
Spouses, partners and care givers of people in our long-term care
Individuals who want to live independently while staying close to a loved one in long-term care, and to remain actively involved in their day-to-day life.
Seniors and Veterans who value independence
Those who do not need daily care, but appreciate knowing that health, wellness, and support services are nearby if needs change.
Seniors and Veterans looking for community
People who want social connection, green space, and shared amenities as part of everyday life.
Independent Living Apartments: Important to know
These are not long-term care or assisted living units.
Access to assisted living and other care and support services on the Perley Health campus is not automatic and depends on eligibility, assessment, and/or referral.
Senior Living: Daily Life & Community
Life at the Senior Living Apartments at Perley Health is centred around a community-focused setting, a place designed for everyday living, connection, with many conveniences nearby.
Throughout the campus, spaces are designed with aging in mind, creating an environment that feels intuitive, comfortable, and easy to navigate.
Private apartments are set within a walkable campus where outdoor spaces, shared amenities, and informal gathering places create a sense of safety,
familiarity and belonging. Tenants
move through their days independently,
with opportunities to connect as much,
or as little, as they choose.
Safety is a defining feature of life on the Perley Health campus with 24/7 security by Commissionaires, comprehensive video surveillance across buildings
and outdoor areas, and a consistently monitored environment.
As part of the broader Perley Health community, Senior Living apartment tenants also have opportunities to participate in select activities taking place in shared campus spaces, including within the long-term care home. These spaces also provide comfortable, climate-controlled indoor walking routes that many tenants appreciate during extreme heat, cold, or icy conditions.
- A community-focused campus designed for walking, visiting friends, and fun activities
- Gardens, walking paths, and a duck pond, enjoyed throughout the year
- Tenant-led activities and informal gatherings, shaped by participants' interests
- On-site amenities such as the Care Clinic, access to primary health care services, a gift shop, a cafeteria and pub
Located on Russell Road, the Senior Living Apartments at Perley Health are close to Old Ottawa South, Alta Vista, and Elmvale, offering a convenient and well-connected location.
Senior Living Apartment Types:
Apartment Features & Accessibility:
The apartments, shared spaces, and amenities are all designed to be age-friendly from the start, with layouts, finishes, and accessibility features thoughtfully integrated into the environment, so comfort, safety, and ease of movement are built right in.
- 24/7 on-site security with Commissionaires and video surveillance in communal areas and outdoors
- Step-free access throughout the building
- Wide doorways and accessible layouts
- Bright interiors with generous natural light
- Elevators
- Walkable indoor and outdoor spaces
- Red Dot, a 24-hour emergency response system
- Private balconies (in select units)
- Private, accessible bathrooms with walk-in shower
- Includes refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, washer and dryer
- Individual heating and cooling controls for year-round comfort
- Private apartment with full kitchen
- Heat, hydro, and water
- Building maintenance and upkeep of communal areas
- Access to shared indoor and outdoor spaces
Apartment Rent & Monthly Costs
Monthly rent is straightforward and predictable, with key utilities included. As a not-for-profit organization, Perley Health sets rent based on the operational costs only with no hidden fees and rental increases follow yearly provincial guidelines covered by the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006.
Apartment Rent Overview
Apartment Type |
Monthly Rent |
1 Bedroom |
$3,385 |
2 Bedroom |
$3,750 |
2 Bedroom + Den |
$3,900 |
(Rates subject to change; availability varies)
Why Choose Building 1780?
Building 1780 offers a distinct living experience within the Senior Living Apartments at Perley Health, combining independence, accessibility, and location. Designed as a stand-alone apartment building on the Perley Health campus, it appeals to people who want the feel of a traditional apartment building, with the added reassurance of being part of a larger community-focused campus.
What Makes Building 1780 different?
Building 1780 is a stand-alone apartment building on the Perley Health campus, offering a more traditional apartment-living experience within a community-focused setting. Select apartments include private balconies, while the building's location steps from main bus routes makes it easy to stay connected to the surrounding community. Tenants also benefit from direct access to outdoor walking paths and shared green spaces, supporting everyday routines, time outdoors, and independent movement across the campus.
Senior Living Apartment Support & Services
Living in the Senior Living apartments at Perley Health means safety and independence, with access to emergency alert systems, health and wellness services on campus if and when they are needed, along with 24/7 on-site security. Tenants also have access to affordable primary care services on campus, including options for anyone who is without a family doctor.
What it is
Assisted Living Services for High-Risk Seniors (ALS-HRS) provide personal support services to eligible individuals who are able to live independently but require assistance due to health or functional needs.
How access works
Access to ALS-HRS is determined through assessment and referral by Ontario Health atHome. Services are not automatic, are not guaranteed, and are based on eligibility and availability.
Important to know
Living in the Senior Living Apartments does not confer priority access to Assisted Living Services.
Tenants may benefit from access to health and wellness services located on the Perley Health campus, including:
- The Perley Health Dream Team clinic, an affordable primary care option for people who do not have a family doctor. This service is dedicated to tenants of the Senior Living apartments.
- The Perley Health Care Clinic offering services in audiology, physiotherapy, speech therapy, registered massage therapy.
- The Active Seniors and Veterans Living Centre offering a selection of affordable, recreational, fitness and social programs to support engaged and purposeful aging.
- Foot Care Services including nail care, callus reduction, corn removal, etc.
- Opportunities to participate in select activities in shared campus spaces, including within the long-term care home.
These services operate independently from the apartments and may have their own eligibility criteria, fees, or referral requirements.
Many residents choose the Senior Living apartments as part of a longer-term plan to remain independent while living in a community where health and wellness supports are nearby.
As needs change over time, access to services depends on assessment, eligibility, and referral through the appropriate health care channels. Living on campus does not replace or bypass these processes.
Senior Living Apartments for Veterans
The Senior Living Apartments are part of Perley Health, a community with a long-standing commitment to supporting Veterans in Ottawa and Eastern Ontario. Veterans make up approximately one-third of apartment residents, contributing to a campus culture shaped by shared experience, respect, and service.
This Veteran presence is reflected in the life of the community, through informal connections, commemorative moments, and a broader culture of inclusion. The apartments remain independent living housing, open to both Veterans and civilians who are seeking a community-focused setting grounded in dignity, community, and independence.
Book an In-Person Tour
Seeing the apartments in person is the best way to experience the campus, the setting, and the sense of community. A tour lets you explore at your own pace and see how independent living here might fit into your life. Tours are friendly, informative, and designed to help you feel comfortable.
What to expect during a tour:
- A walk-through of available apartments or similar units
- Time to explore the community-focused campus and shared spaces
- An opportunity to ask practical questions about apartments, pricing, and availability
- Clear information about what independent living here does, and does not, include
Tours are suitable for Seniors, Veterans, family members, and care givers.
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Contact Senior Living Apartments at Perley Health
Choosing a place to live is an important decision. If you are considering independent senior living, the team at the Senior Living apartments at Perley Health is available to answer specific questions and support next steps.
For more information contact the Perley Health Senior Living team:
Telephone: 613-526-7170 x 7210
Email: rentaloffice@perleyhealth.ca
Located on the Perley Health campus on Russell Road, near Old Ottawa South, Alta Vista, and Elmvale.