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CAROLINE PLACE

In the heart of Hamilton there’s a place with heart. Staff and residents together make this an oasis of kindness and care. You see instances of this around the community as soon as you walk through. People are gathered around a table in the lounge, and other groups are found throughout the community, some sitting and chatting, others perhaps on their way out to do something together. It’s also strikingly diverse.

AMICA DUNDAS

Amica is a trusted, premium name in senior living, with a reputation for helping seniors live a comfortable lifestyle in its lovely buildings. Amica Dundas brings to bear their three decades of experience in more than 30 locations Canada-wide.

CAROLINE PLACE

My Mom lived at Caroline Place for the past 12 years. Her experience there was outstanding. An excellent community of people, that quickly felt like family for her. Staff are amazing!!! Incredibly supportive and kind. Quick to solve any issues as they come up. Building is clean, and homey. Great activities. Good food. I cannot recommend Caroline Place highly enough. So grateful that this place was home to my Mom for so long.

My mother lives at Caroline Place and speaks highly of it. In fact, I have never heard her say anything negative about anything and, believe me, I ask her regularly. She tells me the food is good and always plentiful, the staff are helpful, friendly, and kind. She feels safe and secure, and always tells me that they check in on her as soon as she misses an activity or meal. She has a lovely room, spacious and always well-cleaned. The place has such a positive vibe that you notice as soon as you walk in... My mother loves the exercise classes the most. She also loves its central location, and goes to the Farmers Market and mall whenever she needs to. The staff is amazing. They always have a smile on their faces, and go out of their way to make the residents and their families feel respected and cared for... I’m so happy she is happy and safe at Caroline Place.

My mother’s experience with Caroline Place Retirement Residence was between 2015 and 2023. Her experience, and mine as the primary family care-giver, were very good, and I am happy that my mother was able to spend the last 8 years of her life in that community. When she arrived at Caroline Place, she was a spry 90-year-old still playing bridge and moving between events with her walker. Staff and residents were both very welcoming. As time progressed and her mobility declined, she remained very happy in her cozy apartment at Caroline Place, and to see her friends at meals and special events. Caroline Place increased the staff support for her seamlessly as needed so that Mom was able to stay in the place that had become her home until her passing in April 2023.

My parents went to Caroline Place together 91/2 years ago. It’s such a wonderful place. You feel welcome the minute you walk through the front doors. All the staff go above & beyond the residents' needs. This includes the management, front desk, kitchen & serving staff, cleaning staff & nursing team, activities coordinators. My Mom [lived there] for 6 1/2 yrs. We always felt at peace that she was well looked after. She had numerous friends and participated in many activities. She loved dancing at Happy Hour every Friday. We are truly blessed that she lived her final days there.

My Mother spent the last four years of her life here. The staff were excellent. Their response and precautions taken to prevent an outbreak of Covid in the building were impressive. I got regular e-mail updates that were appreciated. My family thanks the staff for all their support and care shown to my Mother.

AMICA DUNDAS

Great place for mom. Safe and secure.

Everything went extremely smoothly right from start to finish. In fact, I can’t think of even one thing that was negative! It’s been very good. You have all been so patient and so much fun.

My parents moved in at the end of July. Melanie went out of her way to ensure their comfort and was excellent to deal with regarding their move. Lisa the GM was also very helpful and open to feedback. Now that they've been there a few months, they are enjoying the amenities, the programming and the location. I appreciate the efforts of all staff to engage residents in programming that fits their interests. Staff at the front desk, especially Carole and Yogi, are very welcoming. I would highly recommend Amica at Dundas.

CAROLINE PLACE

Welcome to Caroline Place Retirement Living. 

Of the RHRA Retirement Homes in Hamilton, Hamilton Wentworth and from Stoney Creek to Ancaster and Dundas, Caroline Place has once again been voted the Readers’ Choice Best Retirement Home in Hamilton.  

Whether you are looking for an Independent Retirement, some assisted living or just a short term respite stay, Caroline Place Retirement Residence, located at 118 Market Street, has all the neighbourhood amenities you could want.  We are close to First Ontario Centre, the Hamilton Farmers Market, Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Jackson Square, Hamilton Place, the Art Gallery, City Hall and Dundurn Castle.

Greenwood Retirement converted the Staybridge Suites Hotels and we went from Hosting out of town long term guests like the Montreal Canadians affiliate the Hamilton Bulldogs to having Lincoln Alexander living here !

With excellent meals, daily exercise classes, weekly entertainers, our outings and more – Our residents come first.  Whether it is an active lifestyle that you are looking for or simply a quiet spot to sit in the sun, read a book, get your hair done, play a game of pool or yelling BINGO.  There is something for everyone at Caroline Place

Take a look at our virtual tour and see if you can picture yourself living with us. Come for a TOUR and see what HOME feels like.

AMICA DUNDAS

Discover premium senior living at Amica Dundas. At this thriving retirement residence in Dundas, residents enjoy the small-town charm of this historic community as well as easy access to a variety of shops and services. Visitors and residents appreciate our accessible location just off Hwy 403, a short drive from downtown Burlington, Oakville or Hamilton. Our six-story building is a one-block stroll from independent shops, restaurants and services as well as residential neighbourhoods. Many of our suites have private balconies where you can relax with a coffee and take in views of the Niagara Escarpment or local green spaces; some of our Independent Living suites offer full kitchens. Outdoor common spaces include a rooftop terrace with comfortable seating, and a landscaped area where residents can tend their own raised garden beds. Amica Dundas is tucked into a neighbourhood with an inviting combination of established homes and the lovely green spaces and walking trails of the Rotary Creekside Parkette directly beside us. Take advantage of boutiques, services and eateries just steps away or meet a friend for coffee at Detour Café. Our neighbours include the Hamilton Public Library, Dundas Valley School of Art, and Carnegie Gallery.

CAROLINE PLACE

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AMICA DUNDAS

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