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CARLINGTON COMMUNITY

1291 Coldrey Avenue, Ottawa

Background

The Carlington Community is an innovative partnership between OCH and the Carlington Community Health Centre that includes new affordable homes for low-income seniors and integrates primary medical care and support services under the same roof. This new community consists of an expansion of the current health clinic and 42 new residential homes for seniors, including 12 barrier-free and 30 visitable homes.  The focus of this innovative model is to keep senior citizens in their homes by providing on-site access to medical and support services, therefore delaying their need to enter a long-term care facility. 

Other design features in the building include the following:

  • The building envelope and mechanical systems are designed for high performance and passive solar design to minimize ongoing operating energy costs and the carbon footprint.
  • Plumbing fixtures and individual meters that will regulate electricity and water consumption
  • Each floor has audio, tactile, and visual features to assist with directions.
  • Each residential floor has a common amenity space that includes laundry, a kitchenette, and social space for tenants.
  • A rooftop raised garden and rest area to promote communal activity, food security, and personal health.
  • The design incorporates best practice design for seniors/accessible/visitable housing.
  • A common gathering space on the main floor will be shared with CCHC for events.

Status

Construction began in the spring of 2017

Completion Date

February 2019

Investment

This project is made possible thanks to the financial support of the City of Ottawa, the Government of Ontario, and the Government of Canada.

Community Profile  

The Carlington Community is located at the corner of Merivale Road and Coldrey Avenue in south-west Central Ottawa. The existing Community Health Centre is located at the eastern end of the site, near Merivale Road. This four-storey new build will extend along Coldrey Avenue, occupying an area mostly occupied by the existing parking lot.  The partnership will add to affordable housing in the area and benefit from its proximity to a myriad of services and basic needs, including groceries, pharmacies, transit, and other necessities.

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