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Chartwell Harwood Retirement Residence

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Part of Chartwell Retirement Residences.

240 Old Harwood Ave, Ajax, ON L1T 0N2, Canada

4.7(61 reviews)
Retirement HomeIndependent LivingAssisted Living
Pet friendlyWi-FiFitness centreDiningSalon
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Last updated October 2026

About This Community

Chartwell Harwood is an independent living retirement residence in Ajax offering spacious suites with flexible care services through its Care Assist program.

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Senior Care Path Summary

Chartwell Harwood is located in a quiet, tree-lined Ajax neighbourhood near shopping, restaurants, and the waterfront.

The residence offers spacious independent living suites in studio, one-bedroom, one-bedroom-plus-den, and two-bedroom layouts, with main-floor options featuring 12-foot ceilings and private patio access.

The residence includes a Care Assist program providing customized care from light to moderate to heavy support, three daily meals, weekly housekeeping, transportation services, and a full range of amenities including a saltwater pool, hair salon, pub, fitness room, and gardens.

Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed October 2026.

Pricing at Chartwell Harwood Retirement Residence

Starting price

From $3,731/mo

Retirement HomeIndependent LivingAssisted Living

A starting price usually covers the suite, meals, housekeeping and activities. Care is added on top as needs grow, so ask for an all-in quote in writing.

Accommodation options

Studio
One-bedroom
One-bedroom-plus-den
Two-bedroom

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Who This Community Is Best For

Ideal For

  • Active older adults
  • Couples downsizing
  • Seniors seeking independent living with flexible support

Consider Alternatives For

  • Seniors who need 24-hour nursing or complex medical care
  • Those who need secure dementia care

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Hospitals & healthcare nearby

The nearest emergency department and senior-focused healthcare, with approximate straight-line distances. These are public facilities near Chartwell Harwood Retirement Residence, not services it provides or is affiliated with.

Nearest emergency department

Lakeridge Health - Ajax

Hospital

About 3.2 km away

  • Emergency Department
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Outpatient Rehabilitation

Palliative care

Lakeridge Health - Oshawa

Hospital

About 13.6 km away

  • Emergency Department
  • Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Stroke Rehabilitation
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Care Services

  • 24-hour staff
  • Medication management
  • Morning and evening assistance
  • Showering and bathing assistance
  • Personal laundry
  • In-suite meal delivery
  • Transportation services
  • Chauffeured car
  • Concierge
  • On-site nurse
  • Emergency response system

Languages Supported

  • English

Amenities

  • Dining room
  • Garden
  • Hair salon
  • Saltwater pool
  • Fitness room
  • Pub
  • Indoor putting green
  • Library
  • Billiards/games room
  • Patios
  • Walking paths
  • Laundry facilities

Key Features

  • Pet friendly
  • Three meals daily included
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Cable TV included
  • Utilities included
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Individual thermostat control
  • In-suite air conditioning

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4.7

61 Google reviews

Summary of Google Reviews

Summarized by Senior Care Path from Chartwell Harwood Retirement Residence's Google rating and recent reviews. Confirm specifics with the community.

Chartwell Harwood Retirement Residence holds an excellent 4.7-star rating across 61 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and engaging activities and social life.

Most common praise

  • Caring, attentive staff
  • Engaging activities and social life
  • Warm, welcoming community
  • A safe, reassuring environment
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Most recent reviews

  • Marina Martins

    Marina Martins

    2 months ago · via Google

    I researched deeply to find a retirement community for my 89 year old mother who had always lived with a family member. This was not a voluntary optional move but one that had become unavoidable. I'm not sure who was more terrified of the pending transition...my mother or myself. I was looking for the right people as much as the right place. Online, people consistently mentioned Ashley Akins as an extraordinarily caring and capable point person. I called Chartwell Harwood and after speaking to Ashley the first time, I knew, this was the place. Due to logistical circumstances, and thanks to Ashley, most of the arrangements were made remotely without the benefit for an in-person visit. A stress free experience. The moment we walked into the building and were welcomed by Ashley and the staff, I knew this was right. Within a week of expected nervous transitioning, my mother embraced a space that caters to her independence desire while greatly elevating her social circle. She is fully engaged and happy. Forever grateful to Ashley, the staff and generous welcoming residents at Chartwell Harwood. This is a true carimg home for my mother.

  • Jennifer Fowler

    Jennifer Fowler

    2 months ago · via Google

    We took a tour of Chartwell Harwood in April during their open house. Ashley Akins greeted us and showed us around. We were very impressed with the facilities, the activities and services that are offered and the units are very spacious. My mother in law just moved in this past week and seems to be adjusting well. We are. Rey pleased that she chose to move there. We highly recommend.

  • Sunny-Dawn Walker

    Sunny-Dawn Walker

    3 months ago · via Google

    We just moved our Mother into Chartwell Harwood in Ajax last week and we’ve had the most wonderful experience so far, we couldn’t be more pleased. Ashley is amazing and goes above and beyond for us and our Mom. Starting from the detailed tour to the actual move in, everything has gone seamlessly. She answered all of our 100 questions with a big smile on her face. Ashley has been very understanding and patient with the transition and has gone the extra mile to include my Mother in all the activities to make her feel comfortable and welcome. It has been a great peace of mind for myself and my Brother knowing she is in great hands here at Chartwell and just knowing they have her best interest at heart. Thankyou so much Ashley and all the staff at Chartwell Harwood!

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80/ 100

Confidence Score

Good

Our 100-point confidence rating

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How we calculate the Confidence Score

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The essentials

Languages spoken
English

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Licenses & Registration

Retirement home licence

Licensed

Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA)

Licence #T0447 · checked October 2026

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Location

240 Old Harwood Ave, Ajax, ON L1T 0N2, Canada, Ajax, Ontario L1T 0N2

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