One-to-one comparison

THE WELLINGTON

The Wellington offers a unique combination of affordability and luxury amenities in an established area of Hamilton. We love its holistic approach to senior living, from its pet-friendly policy to the staff, who bring a tell-tale enthusiasm to their work. The combination of independent living with long term care makes it ideal for couples with varying needs to stay together in one community.

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.

THE WELLINGTON

The staff were so friendly and caring. The facility was warm, inviting, and clean. Sadly our Dad was there just a short time - he had only good things to say. He really, really liked the food.

All the staff, are so personable. Beds are made and room cleaned daily.

The staff, all the staff, are so personable. Beds are made and room cleaned daily.

I could not ask for a more caring and dedicated group of people. The Wellington has proven to be a wonderful place. During the Pandemic..they protected residents like they were their own loved ones...keeping their Spirits up with music, dance and "Wacky Hair Days” posted regularly on Facebook. During the time when we were unable to visit ... the staff made regular Skype calls for the Residents.The Wellington turned out to be the best place for my Mother.

My Mother received excellent care while a resident at The Wellington. The Wellington has caring and highly qualified nursing and personal support staff as well as a fabulous Residents Support Services Unit that works very hard to provide residents with interesting, fun and entertaining activities on a daily basis. All staff have done an amazing job keeping the residents safe and entertained during the present COVID -19 outbreak.

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.

THE WELLINGTON

Over the last three decades The Wellington has captured the attention of the community as a leader in the special insights required to meet the varying needs of today’s seniors. That’s why The Wellington has earned top honours in the Readers' Choice Awards for ten consecutive years. The Wellington is conveniently located on the corner of Stone Church & Upper Wellington mere minutes away from shopping centres, theatres, restaurants and major transportation links.

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.

THE WELLINGTON

Chest x-ray, Medical form completed by family doctor, TB test required

CAROLINE PLACE

Chest x-ray, Medical form completed by family doctor, Personal Interview, TB test required

THE WELLINGTON

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CAROLINE PLACE