Retirement Living at Northwood

Living well.
Living independently.
Living with confidence.

Independent apartment living with optional Lifestyle Service Packages, designed to be more accessible and affordable for Nova Scotians.

At Northwood, Retirement Living is designed for people who can live independently and want the comfort of community with the option to add services that make daily life easier.

We offer welcoming apartment homes in Halifax and Bedford, with flexible options that let you decide how much you’d like included in your day.

Thank you for considering Northwood - a safe, friendly place to call home.

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What Makes Northwood Different?

A More Affordable Way to Live Well

As a not-for-profit organization, our rental rates are significantly lower than many private retirement residences in Halifax and Bedford.

We believe retirement living should be accessible, not out of reach.

By focusing on what matters most: safe housing, welcoming community, and services that make daily life easier. We’re able to offer a more affordable option without compromising comfort.

Rooted in Community

Northwood has served Nova Scotians for generations.

While Retirement Living is not a clinical care program, being part of the Northwood community means:

Stability and experience
A culture grounded in dignity and belonging
Staff who understand independence and aging

We are a community organization first. That shapes everything we do.

Choose the Lifestyle That Fits You

Every tenant at Northwood Retirement Living lives independently. What changes is how much you’d like included.

You can choose from Lifestyle Service Packages or simply enjoy apartment living without added services.

Apartment Living

Ideal for those who:

Enjoy cooking and managing their own routine
Want the ease of apartment living
Value community and social opportunities

Your home includes:

Bachelor, one- and two-bedroom apartments
Secure building access
On-call maintenance
Access to shared spaces and recreation programs

This is independent apartment living with community around you.

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Lifestyle Service Package: Dining & Support

Ideal for those who:

Would enjoy a freshly prepared dinner each evening
Prefer help with housekeeping or laundry
Appreciate medication assistance
Value the reassurance of an emergency response button

This package includes:

Evening meal in our dining room
Weekly housekeeping and laundry
Medication assistance
InTouch emergency response button
Access to social and recreation programs

You remain fully independent, we simply make daily life easier.

Lifestyle Service Package: Full-Service Living

Ideal for those who:

Would like all meals prepared
Prefer not to manage household chores
Want consistent, built-in daily support

This package includes:

Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
Weekly housekeeping and laundry
Medication assistance
InTouch emergency response button
Accessible walk-in showers in each apartment
Staff available on the same floor from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Secure building access

It’s designed for people who want simplicity and convenience without sacrificing independence.

Not Sure Which Lifestyle Service Package Is Right?

Many people tell us they’re asking questions like:

“Would dinner prepared for me feel like a relief?”
“Would having someone available at the push of a button, in an emergency, bring peace of mind?”
“Do I want to keep cooking, or simplify my day?”

You don’t need to have it all figured out.

A simple conversation can help clarify what feels right - now and for the future.

Our Locations

Apartment Living is available at: