Sunnyside campus is a hub and a home for many older adults. We are a community in a park-like setting in Kitchener that offers programs and services, housing, and long term care.
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Services on campus
| Sunnyside Home long term care |
| Sunnyside Home is a fully accredited long term care home operated by the Region of Waterloo. It has 263 rooms, with courtyards, gardens and a walking path around campus. |
| Sunnyside Supportive Housing |
| Sunnyside campus is home to a number of older adults who live independently with a small amount of help. Tenants in these one and two-bedroom apartments receive subsidy and a service package that meets their needs. |
| Sunnyside Wellness Centre |
| The Sunnyside Wellness Centre offers older adults a welcoming and barrier-free space to exercise at their own pace. It has equipment, a registered kinesiologist, and fitness classes. The center also offers services such as physiotherapy, registered massage therapy, hydrotherapy and foot care. View the full list of services. |
| Convalescent Care |
| Convalescent Care provides short-term care and support at Sunnyside Home in Kitchener to help people regain their strength and independence after an illness or surgery. |
| Dementia Services |
| The Region of Waterloo offers programs and services to support the needs of persons living with dementia in the community and their care partners. |
| Fabulous Finds gift shop |
| Run by volunteers, the Fabulous Finds gift shop is on the main floor of Sunnyside Home and is open to the public seven days a week. The gift shop sells:
Proceeds are used to purchase supplies, specialized equipment and other enhancements that benefit those served by the campus. Monday to Friday 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
| Sandhills Café |
| Sandhills Café is on the main floor of Sunnyside Home. It is open to the public every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Café serves meals, snacks and beverages. Hot and cold menu items (view sample menu) are offered as well as a selection of specialty coffee and baked goods. Hours of operation Open daily including holidays |
| Sunnyside Auxiliary Tuck Shop |
| The Sunnyside Auxiliary Tuck Shop is on the main floor of Sunnyside Home. Volunteers run the tuck shop, selling hot and cold beverages, baked goods, snacks and personal care items. Proceeds are used to purchase equipment and enhancements for those served by the campus. Hours of operation Open daily except holidays |
| Sunnyside Foundation |
| The Sunnyside Foundation is a registered charity that raises funds to enhance the lives of older adults in Waterloo Region. Since 1998, we have raised over $2.5 million for programs, services and equipment. The foundation welcomes donations; every dollar makes a difference. You can also get involved by taking part in or volunteering at fundraisers. |
| Affordable housing for older adults |
| Sunnyside campus is home to older adults who live in apartment buildings at 233, 235 and 239 Franklin St. N. These units are owned and managed by the Waterloo Region Housing and are for people who cannot afford market rent. For more information and to apply, visit Find affordable housing. |
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