Nearest emergency department
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Hospital
About 7.7 km away
- Emergency Department
- Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
- Geriatric Medicine
- Dementia Care
Retirement Home
Highview Residences KW
73Good20 Reichert Dr, Kitchener, ON N2P 0G9, Canada
4.5(35 reviews)Retirement HomeMemory Care
Wheelchair accessibleDiningGardens
Available nowavailability
Last updated September 2026
About This Community
Highview Kitchener provides small, home-like dementia and Alzheimer's care in two secure houses with 13–14 residents each. Located at 20 Reichert Drive in Kitchener-Waterloo, it is Alzheimer Society endorsed.
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Highview Kitchener-Waterloo comprises two houses: Blair Creek House (with Edwards and Treffry Cottages) and Cedar Creek House (with Bowlby and Cooper Cottages). Each cottage serves 13–14 residents in a person-centred, home-like setting.
Care follows residents' natural rhythms rather than imposed schedules, with residents waking, dining, and moving through their day according to their preferences.
The site is located two minutes off Highway 401 at Homer Watson Boulevard within the broader Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge region, making it accessible for families and visitors.
Highview Kitchener offers secure perennial gardens with enclosed walking paths, private suites with accessible bathrooms, chef-prepared meals with specialized dining support, and 24/7 care from dedicated specialized associates.
Medical collaboration is available with geriatric specialists and memory clinics through nearby facilities: Grand River Hospital, St. Mary's General Hospital, and Cambridge Memorial Hospital.
Residents may roster with the home's family physician who provides regular in-home visits.
Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.
Pricing at Highview Residences KW
Pricing
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Typical in Ontario: $2,990–$7,195/moFrom Ontario listings of this type that publish a rate. It isn't Highview Residences KW's own price, so ask them for theirs.
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Accommodation options
Private suites
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Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Largely independent seniors who want meals, housekeeping, and activities handled
- Seniors living with dementia who need specialized, secure support
Consider Alternatives For
- Seniors who need 24-hour nursing or complex medical 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 Highview Residences KW, not services it provides or is affiliated with.
Senior-focused healthcare
Grand River Hospital - Freeport
Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital
About 5.8 km away
- Geriatric Medicine
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Palliative Care
Also nearby
St. Joseph's Health Centre Guelph
Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital
About 23.3 km away
- Specialized Geriatric Services
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Outpatient Rehabilitation
Facility and service details come from Ontario Health atHome and the Ontario Ministry of Health. Call 911 in an emergency.
Care Services
- Assistance with bathing, dressing, and personal care
- Chef-prepared meals and specialized dining support
- Medication administration and monitoring
- Housekeeping, laundry, and linen services
- 24/7 specialized care
- Access to visiting medical and therapeutic services
Amenities
- Secure gardens with walking paths
- Open kitchens
- Private suites with accessible ensuite bathrooms
- Screened porch
- Dining areas
Key Features
- Alzheimer Society endorsed
- Small by design (13–14 residents per cottage)
- Secure environment with keypad-controlled entrances
- Person-centred care
- Same care team daily
- Intuitive cottage design
- Home for life approach
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Google Reviews
4.5
35 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Lisa Matthews
5 months ago · via Google
We have been so please with the care we have received for our family member from Highview Residence KW. They are kind, loving and treat everyone in their care with dignity and respect. They do their best to encourage folks to participate in daily activities or at least encourage them to come out of their rooms and watch. We are glad we chose Highview for this stage of life for our family member.
Helga Urie
9 months ago · via Google
Highview was such a blessing for my mom who had Alzheimer’s and Dementia. The design of the physical space was so important to my mom’s comfort and independence. The small intimate home always allowed her to navigate her way even when she wasn’t sure of where she wanted to go. The furnishings made it look like a home, not like a hospital, and having her own furniture in her room provided familiarity and a safe space. There is such a warmth and calmness to the home. The care she received was exceptional. My mom provided certain challenges with regards to her resistance to care and the team worked tirelessly to find a way to work with her in a way that was best for my mom, that met her needs not just physically but emotionally. Since Highview can address resident's needs right through to palliative care it gives every resident the chance to stay in this comforting setting to the end and always feel like they are in a place where they are truly cared for. I will forever be grateful for the kindness, respect and care my mom was shown by all of the staff at Highview.
Karen Maidment
11 months ago · via Google
We are very pleased that we have found a new home for our mother. At 98 years old she has lived a vibrant, active and caring life and is now living at Highview with the dignity and care she deserves. We are grateful to Katlynn, Jody and the team for their kindness, individualized care and attention that they provide to our mom everyday. She has settled in to Highview easily and enjoys the friendships, activities and caring environment. Karen and Pam
Summary of Google Reviews
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Highview Residences KW holds a strong 4.5-star rating across 35 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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Google reviews and rating refreshed September 2026.
73/ 100
Confidence Score
Good
Our 100-point confidence rating
Trust 60/60Verified 13/40
Senior Care Path gives Highview Residences KW an SCP Confidence Score of 73/100 (Good), our 100-point trust rating. How we calculate it.
The essentials
- Established
- 1996
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Licenses & Registration
Retirement home licence
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Licence #T0513 · checked October 2026
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Location
20 Reichert Dr, Kitchener, ON N2P 0G9, Canada, Kitchener, Ontario N2P 0G9
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