Independent Apartments
About Our Independent Apartments
Surrounded by mature trees, the Independent Living Apartments at Saint Luke’s Place are a popular and affordable housing choice for today’s senior. There are a total of 132 apartments on site; “D Wing” contains 58 one-bedroom apartments while “C Wing” has a total of 74 units, a combination of bachelor and one and two-bedroom units.
As a tenant, you are also a member of the Seniors Active Living Centre Program (SALC), where you have access to amenities such as the lounges, library, general store, coffee shop, a variety of social and recreational activities and events, including summer BBQ’s, the hairdresser/ barbershop and the billiards room, all of which provide many opportunities to socialize with others in our community and enjoy some fun. For the outdoor enthusiast, we also have a covered outdoor patio and an accessible walking trail.
Although we have a waitlist, by submitting your application and deposit today, you reserve your place on the list. This deposit is fully refundable at any time or may be applied to your first month’s rent when you move into an Independent Living Apartment at Saint Luke’s Place. There are a few things that you can do that will increase your chances of getting called from the waitlist sooner:
- If you indicate on your application that you are willing to consider an apartment in either apartment building (C-Wing or D-Wing), then this gives you more flexibility and opportunity to get called sooner;
- If you indicate that you are willing to consider a choice of apartment types (i.e. one bedroom/bachelor or two-bedroom/one bedroom) then this also gives you more flexibility and opportunity to get called sooner;
- Lastly, once you have submitted your application to us, please keep us updated about any changes to your contact information (cell/phone number, email address, or mailing address) or changes to your indicated choices on the application (examples: are you now open to an apartment in either building or would you now consider a Bachelor or One Bedroom apartment).
We encourage you to contact us or stop by, for more information.
The Region of Waterloo subsidizes a small percentage of the apartments in order to ensure affordable accommodation for those in need.
Information and rates are available by phoning Saint Luke’s Place Business Office at 519-658-5183.
Admission Procedure for Apartments :
- Obtain an application from the Business Office
- Complete the application and return to the Business Office along with the required deposit
Frequently Asked Questions & Information
Saint Luke’s Place is a charitable, non-profit seniors’ residential community located in Cambridge, Ontario. Incorporated under the Charitable Institutions Act in 1974, we proudly opened our doors in 1976. Since then, we have been dedicated to providing compassionate care and services to both our Long-Term Care residents and the tenants in our Independent Apartments.
We are a fully accredited long-term care home, demonstrating our commitment to excellence, continuous quality improvement, and accountability in the services we provide.
As an active member of AdvantAge Ontario, we are part of a province-wide network that advocates for and supports the well-being of older adults across Ontario.
There are 132 Independent Living Apartments on site, offering a range of layouts including bachelor, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Each apartment features either a private balcony or a walk-out patio, along with convenient and affordable coin-operated laundry facilities. To support seniors in need, a limited number of these apartments are subsidized by the Region of Waterloo, helping to ensure access to affordable independent living.
Optional Meal Plans & Onsite Amenities
Tenants of our Independent Living Apartments can enjoy optional meal plans that offer affordable, nutritious, and delicious meals served in a welcoming, shared dining room right on site.
In addition, residents have access to a wide range of services and amenities designed to support an active and fulfilling lifestyle:
- A cozy coffee shop and tuck shop for everyday essentials and treats
- A relaxed billiards lounge for casual recreation
- Access to an onsite wellness and fitness centre
- Basic cable TV service, with the option to upgrade
- A variety of optional recreation and leisure programs, activities, and special events
- Tenants’ trust account service for added convenience
- Beautifully landscaped grounds and courtyard, complete with an accessible walking path
- Comfortable common area lounges for socializing and relaxation
- Additional fee-for-service offerings to meet individual needs
How to Apply for an Apartment at Saint Luke’s Place
Seniors interested in living at Saint Luke’s Place can apply by completing an application form and submitting it to the Business Office along with a deposit. This deposit is fully refundable if the applicant decides not to move in.
Once both the application and deposit are received, applicants are added to the waitlist based on the date of submission. The Business Office also maintains up-to-date information on current rental rates for all apartment types.
Please note that due to the popularity of our apartments within the local community, wait times can be lengthy. However, if an apartment is offered and declined, the applicant will retain their position on the waitlist.
For more information, please contact the Business Office at (519) 658-5183 or by email at info@stlp.ca.
Affordable Housing Support from the Region of Waterloo
The Region of Waterloo’s Community Services department operates an Affordable Community Housing Program, which provides eligible individuals and families with access to subsidized rental units throughout the region. As part of this initiative, a limited number of apartments at Saint Luke’s Place are subsidized for qualifying seniors, helping to ensure access to safe and affordable independent living.
For more information about the Region of Waterloo’s Affordable Community Housing Program, please contact:
Region of Waterloo
Community Housing Access Centre
235 King Street, 6th Floor
Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4N5
📞 Tel: (519) 575-4833
📠 TTY: (519) 575-4608
Or email Saint Luke’s Place directly at info@stlp.ca for details about our subsidized apartment options.