We know that the long waitlists to move into Long-term Care homes in Ontario causes people to think that it is the same way with retirement homes, but it is not.

Most retirement homes don’t have a waiting list for their regular suites. They may have specific suites that are more desirable, or have a certain feature that people prefer, which may have a waitlist. For example, Ashley Oaks Retirement Residence has leased all of our one-bedroom suites, and we have a waitlist for anyone looking for these.
If you are looking for a one-bedroom suite, we suggest that you move into one of our large studio suites and wait to move internally when your desired suite is available.

Once you choose a suite, there are a few steps we will need for you to complete before you move in. For example: we will ask you to have your physician fill in a form about your medical status, our director of care will need to assess you, we will need you and your substitute decision maker to review and sign a lease agreement, etc. Our team will help guide you through this process, and it could be completed within a few days.

You and your family will have to arrange the moving of your belongings to your new home, and perhaps for the sale of your current home.

Another option for you would be to move in as a temporary stay for up to 30 days. If you choose this option, our director of care will still need to assess you, and if you require care, ensure that we can care for you safely. But other than that, you will move into one of the furnished suites that we keep exactly for short-term stays.

This will allow you to try out Ashley Oaks, and see how well it fits you, meet your new senior neighbours, participate in activities, and experience all that we can offer. At the same time, your family can help arrange the rest of the paperwork and the moving of your belongings and furniture into your chosen suite.

If you have any questions, please contact Ashley Oaks team, and we will be happy to answer any questions, and help you navigate the next steps.

We look forward to hearing from you.