Living independently as we age is easier with the right support and resources. This page provides information on housing, meals, and services to help older adults stay safe, healthy, and connected in their community.
Housing Services
Finding the right place to live is key to maintaining independence. Explore options ranging from retirement residences to long-term care and social housing.
Chartwell Harwood Retirement Residence
Independent living, as well as supportive and assisted living. Studio, one, one plus den, and two bedroom units.
240 Old Harwood Ave., Ajax
Parkland Ajax
3 Rossland Rd. W.
Westney Gardens
Independent living. Studio, one, and two bedroom units.
1010 Westney Rd. N., Ajax
- 289-236-7058
All applications for long-term care homes are arranged through Ontario Health atHome. Contact the local office to connect with a Care Coordinator to discuss long-term care options.
Ontario Health atHome – Central East
- 310-2222 (no area code required)
Provides subsidized or low-end-of-market rental units.
Ajax Municipal Housing Corporation
Harwood Manor
Operated by the Regional Municipality of Durham. Senior residents only.
655 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax
Life Centre – Duffin’s Creek Landing
Operated by Life Centre Non-Profit Housing Corporation. Seniors and families.
1 Marsh Ln., Ajax
Unity Village
Operated by Unity Village Local 183 Non-Profit. Seniors and families.
120 and 130 Old Kingston Rd., Ajax
Food Services
Explore programs below that deliver and distribute meals and groceries to our older adults community.
Program provided by Community Care Durham. Weekly delivery of affordable, tasty and nutritious hot and frozen meals.
Senior meal delivery service. Choose from over 200 delicious frozen meals and desserts.
Program provided by Community Care Durham. Weekly delivery of essential grocery supplies (e.g. eggs & dairy, bread, fruits & vegetables, etc.).
Please contact organizations directly for service information, including hours of operation.
1 Hope International Foundation
13 Atkinson Ct., Ajax
Christian Faith Outreach Centre – Doors of Compassion Meal Program
158 Harwood Ave. S., Ajax
Christian Life Centre – Helping Hands Food Bank
1030 Ravenscroft Rd., Ajax
Southside Worship Centre – Storehouse Community Food Bank
55 Emperor St., Ajax
The Salvation Army Hope Church & Community Services
122 Hunt St., Ajax
Other Supports and Services
The services and programs below help seniors with daily living, health, and home maintenance to remain independent.
Rexall Direct
Shoppers Drug Mart
Contact local pharmacy for delivery services:
- Harwood Plaza, 314 Harwood Ave. S. 905-683-5222
- Westney Heights Plaza, 15 Westney Rd. N. 905-426-3355
- Westney & Williamson 905-428-3572
Provide snow removal services for seniors and persons with a disability. Eligibility requirements. Fee for service.
Serves exclusively senior customers to provide a range of home maintenance services including: snow removal, yard work, house painting, home repairs and modifications, window washing, tree trimming, etc. Fee for service.
Services may include:
- laundry & ironing
- changing beds
- light housework such as vacuuming/dusting, meal preparation, etc.
- Fee for service
Ajax Meridian Home Care Services
Community Care Durham – Ajax-Pickering
Homebound Wellness Centre Inc.
Homecare 4U
Home Instead Senior Care
HomeWell Care Services
- 905-509-8469
- info@homewelldurham.com
- homewelldurham.com
- Fee for Service
Right at Home Canada
Senior Helpers Durham Region
The Lighthouse Retreat Inc.
Supports large-scale renovations and retrofits to help make homes and/or vehicles more accessible for persons with a disability which impacts their mobility and daily function.
Offer payment arrangements for customers who have difficulty paying their water bill. Can extend the date on the bill for customers 60 years of age or older.
The Regional Municipality of Durham – Finance Department
Offers customers 65 years or older the option to pay monthly gas bills when pension cheque is received with no late penalty charged.
Provides monthly on-bill credits for eligible low-income customers to reduce their electricity bills.
Credit provided to help low to moderate income Ontario residents with the sales tax on energy and with property taxes. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers this program for Ontario.
- 1-866-ONT-TAXS (1-866-668-8297)
One-time grant toward electricity or natural gas bill for those facing service shut off.
Community Development Council Durham
458 Fairall St., Unit 4
Help to offset property taxes for seniors who own their own home and who have low to moderate incomes. The Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) administers this program for Ontario.
- 1-866-ONT-TAXS (1-866-668-8297)
Provides a tax credit of up to $10,000 in home renovation expenses that improve safety and accessibility for seniors (65 years or older), or those living with senior relatives.
Canada Revenue Agency