Life Unfolds Here at Peterborough
with care, connection, and spaces that feel like home.
Welcome to Peterborough Retirement
Welcome to Peterborough Retirement Residence, a welcoming community in the heart of Peterborough where neighbours quickly become friends and daily life feels easy and familiar. Inspired by the warmth and character of the surrounding community, each day brings shared moments, engaging activities, and plenty of opportunities to connect. It’s a place that feels personal and relaxed, with the right balance of independence, support, and peace of mind.
What brings you here today?
I’m looking for care options
that fit what I need most.
I’m exploring senior living
lifestyle and services.
I’m helping a loved one decide
if this is right for them.
Explore our photo gallery for a glimpse of life here.
From shared meals to quiet moments, it’s the little connections that make Peterborough feel like home.
A Day at Peterborough
Life here can be as lively or as restful as you choose. From morning activities and afternoon visits with friends, to quiet time spent reading or relaxing, life here moves at a comfortable, natural rhythm.
Meals That Nurture
Every meal is freshly prepared with care using seasonal ingredients and vibrant flavours. Residents enjoy sharing stories over lunch, discovering new dishes, or relaxing with a cup of tea. Each dining experience brings comfort, connection, and the feeling of home.
Care and Support Options
Every resident enjoys the included comfort of daily support, with additional care available through our Select Care and Enhanced Care programs as needed. Support is flexible, dependable, and always close at hand.
Connecting for Wellness
Stay active, creative, and connected with programs that nurture the body, mind, and spirit. Every day brings opportunities to enjoy activities, share experiences, and feel part of a close community.
Feels like Home
Here, daily life is filled with warmth, companionship, and choice. Residents stay active with morning fitness, enjoy shared meals, and unwind during relaxing evenings. Each day offers opportunities to connect, participate, and feel at home in a welcoming community.
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I have enjoyed meeting new people and forming new friendships here. There are lots of opportunities to meet people.”
I would recommend living here for those in need. This is a good place, and the staff are very good.
Stephanie B.
This is a good place to be. The staff are very friendly and very good to us here.
Choose the place that feels like home. It is important to find a place where you truly feel you belong. I know It was the right choice for us.
Bert W.
My table mates bring me joy – we are always laughing. I look forward to every meal with them. We have a great time.”
Don’t be afraid to come cause it’s good to have people around you. It’s much better than feeling bored and lonely in your home.
Joan F.
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Your Space, Your Way
Each suite is private and ready to make your own. Bring your furniture, add your keepsakes, and feel at home from day one.
The Heart of Peterborough
Behind every smile, meal, and helping hand is a team that cares deeply about our residents. From the kitchen to recreation, from care staff to housekeeping, it’s the people who bring warmth and connection to daily life at Peterborough. Their dedication is what makes this community feel like home.
A Scenic Spot on Water Street
You will find us located on Water Street, just north of the downtown core and overlooking the river. It is a familiar and accessible landmark that locals know well, perfectly positioned between the beauty of the trails and the convenience of the city’s best shops and services.
Our Address:
1039 Water St., Peterborough, ON K9H 3P5
Call Us:
705-748-5343
You’re Invited to Experience It in Person
It’s natural to have questions. A visit can give you clarity, comfort, and a real sense of what daily life here feels like.
