16 new long-term care beds open at Georgian Manor in Penetanguishene

Sixteen new long-term beds are now open at Georgian Manor Home for the Aged in Penetanguishene, expanding the facility’s capacity to 162 beds. The expansion, funded through Ontario’s Construction Funding Subsidy top-up, is part of the provincial government’s ongoing plan to strengthen long-term care across the province.

“This expansion is great news for Penetanguishene residents and is part of our plan to protect seniors and increase access to world-class care across our province,” said Dawn Gallagher Murphy, parliamentary assistant to the minister of long-term care. “Now that construction is complete, 16 additional residents will have a safe and modern place to call home.”

Operated by the County of Simcoe, Georgian Manor offers specialized services, including dementia care, advanced physical care, and sensory programs designed to support cognitive health.

“This expansion means more seniors in our community will have access to the high-quality, compassionate care they deserve, closer to home. It’s an important step forward in strengthening support for our aging population and easing pressures on families across the region,” said Jill Dunlop, Simcoe North MPP.

The Ontario government says it is taking steps to speed up the development of long-term care homes, including updating its funding model. As of this month, the province reports 147 long-term care projects are either completed, under construction or have ministry approval, representing nearly 24,000 new and redeveloped beds.