Construction starts on Durham LTC building
Construction has officially started on a new long-term care facility in Durham.
The new 128-bed Rockwood Terrace facility will replace the existing 100-bed building. The current facility requires redevelopment to meet updated provincial standards.
“Today marks a pivotal milestone in a decade-long journey for Rockwood Terrace, the community of Durham, and southern Grey County,” said Grey County Warden Brian Milne. “With construction underway, we’re truly beginning to see all the hard work, thoughtful consideration and careful planning paying off. I look forward to watching the building go up.”
Designed by Kasian Architects and Ted Handy and Associates, construction of the 116,000 square foot home is expected to last more than two years with residents moving into the home by early 2027.
Grey County awarded the construction portion of the overall project to Melloul-Blamey Construction Ltd. earlier this year.
The new home has been designed around resident-centred care and creating spaces that feel like communities. Resident privacy was an important consideration in the design of both private and basic rooms with shared bathrooms. The home will have barrier free paths of travel and natural walking routes for residents and each home area will be decorated with seasonal themes to help residents locate their rooms. Infection prevention and control will also be enhanced through the home design and improved laundry facilities.
The new Rockwood Terrace will be energy efficient and net-zero ready in alignment with Grey County’s climate action goals.