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Chartwell’s Montgomery Village retirement residence expanding

February 27, 2020   ·   0 Comments

By Mike Baker

Montgomery Village Retirement Residence is in the midst of a $30 million expansion that will add 122 independent supportive living apartments to the facility, located along Riddell Road. 

In an official ground-breaking ceremony last Thursday (Feb. 20), attended by Orangeville Mayor Sandy Brown and Councillors Joe Andrews and Debbie Sherwood, as well as representatives from Chartwell Retirement Residences, the current owner of Montgomery Village, declared their excitement over this project.

The project involves the development of a separate building at the local seniors home, which will add 122 apartments equipped with full kitchens and ensuite laundries. The structure will also boast a new dining room, theatre and fitness room, as well as on-site services and programs to help promote an active and independent lifestyle tailored to the unique needs of residents.

“Because the suites are apartments, it will offer a new option for seniors in Orangeville,” said Christian Fisker, Vice President of Planning and Development with Chartwell. “Typically in Ontario, retirement suites do not have full kitchens, but it’s something that seniors are more and more interested in having now as they make the transition from their traditional home to a new setting. 

He added, “Some seniors like to be able to cook meals themselves, so this offers a slightly more independent option compared to the traditional retirement home.”

While residents of this new wing will have the option to put together their own meals, Mr. Fisker said they will also be able to buy into the facility’s meal plan. 

Montgomery Village Retirement Residence opened in 2013. Chartwell purchased the property in 2015, and have been considering an expansion ever since. The existing residence holds 136 suites, and employs 74 people. The expansion will bring an additional 122 units to the site, and will open up approximately 20 jobs, Mr. Fisker says. 

Construction is on schedule, with a tentative completion date set for summer of 2021. 

“We’re excited about this project because there is a real need for more seniors housing in Orangeville. We always knew this land was available, Montgomery Village is a great residence and does well in the community as it is, so here’s a great opportunity for us to expand it.”

Mr. Fisker noted the Chartwell team is currently speaking with individuals interested in a suite at the new site. For more information, visit www.chartwell.com.

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