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- What is independent living in Hamilton?
- The benefits of moving into independent living
- Costs of retirement homes in Hamilton: a survey
Independent living retirement homes in Hamilton offer freedom and vibrancy, along with first-class amenities. Contact communities below to learn more about what independent living in Hamilton has to offer.
IN-DEPTH REPORTSIndependent living in the Regional Municipality of Hamilton
Amica Dundas
This luxurious retirement home in Dundas, a short drive from Hamilton and the Niagara region, offers active living for seniors, with a variety of amenities including fine dining.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Aberdeen Gardens
A well established retirement residence located in the cozy part of West Hamilton. Winner of the Reader's Choice Award for best Retirement Residence for 4 consecutive years. You know you're home at Aberdeen Gardens.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Caroline Place
A gracious and supportive retirement in the heart of Hamilton. Every day is filled with fun and friendship, and delicious chef-prepared meals. Enjoy all that life has offer. Shopping, HPO, Farmer’s Market and Library
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
St. Elizabeth Retirement Residence
St. Elizabeth Retirement Residence, part of St. Elizabeth Village, offers bright suites, chef created meals, and many amenities. Health and wellness is our focus through excellent care while living in a tranquil setting.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Village of Wentworth Heights
The Village of Wentworth Heights is a full-service retirement living community offering retirement apartments, full-service suites, assisted living and memory care.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Grandview Retirement Living
In the heart of downtown Stoney Creek, Grandview Retirement Living offers a variety of suites, delicious dining and unsurpassed amenities. Inclusive, customized independent and assisted living service packages available.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Amica Stoney Creek
Amica Stoney Creek celebrates its rich heritage on the site of Stoney Creek Dairy, a local treasure from 1929 to 2012. Stroll to shops, pubs, or Olde Town Stoney Creek, or take a trip to nearby Hamilton or Niagara.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Wellington
This award winning Hamilton retirement home offers varying senior care. Just minutes away from shopping, theatres, restaurants and major transportation links.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Long-term care
Parkland Ancaster
At Parkland Ancaster, we will offer a luxurious, vibrant, social lifestyle in a beautiful safe, premium home. Enjoy upscale amenities, creating a supportive space for you to thrive socially and lead fulfilling lives.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Meadowlands - A VIVA Retirement Community
The number one retirement community in the Ancaster and Hamilton Area. Meadowlands offers personal choice in living accommodations, dining, recreation, social and personal services. Make the most of your retirement years
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
What is independent living in Hamilton?
Independent living is designed for seniors ready to transition out of a home or condo. Communities offer services like cooking, cleaning, and laundry, to make daily living easier. This leaves more freedom to engage in activities and social outings. Residents in independent living communities are cognitively and physically able to move about on their own.
Here are just a few of the many wonderful things you can expect when transitioning into independent living:
The benefits of moving into independent living
Do you miss the good old days, when you knew your neighbour and could stop for a quick chat as you go about your day? Do you love going for a walk in the community, giving passersby a bright smile and “hello!” as you pass? Hamilton independent living retirement homes emulate this community atmosphere. When you enter the building, you're sure to find groups of residents chatting in the common areas. Some may be sharing old memories while others may be facing off in a card game. Still others may be making their way to their weekly coffee chat with an old friend. In independent living, everybody looks out for each other and enjoys each other’s company.
Some retirement homes in Hamilton emulate a true village! Communities boast cafes, a general store, library, and chapel, along a “main street.” Go for a stroll "downtown," just like you would in the good old days. Staff and residents’ radiant smiles are sure to brighten your day.
We’ve all experienced the end-of-vacation blues. It’s the last day of vacation, you’re enjoying your favourite activity, and think to yourself, “I don’t want to leave!” In independent living, you don’t have to! Many communities in Hamilton have been described as “resort-like living.” The lifestyle is just as luxurious as a 5-star resort! There is first-class dining and fun things to do daily. They offer shopping trips and volunteer opportunities, to exercise programs and movie screenings. There are even indoor pools and spas! In independent living, you can customize your daily schedule to your liking – just as you would on vacation.
One of the most common testimonials from residents in independent living communities is their life-satisfaction. For example, one resident said, “what I like most about living [here] is the security and freedom to live your own life.
Independent living communities value flexibility and freedom for residents. Communities offer suites with a full kitchen, so you can decide how often you’d like to cook. Meal plans are often flexible, too. You eat out a couple of times a week, or be treated to first-class dining for every meal! You can also choose to rent a suite with a washer/dryer, or have staff take on that chore for you. In some communities, you can even choose to rent or purchase your unit.
Costs of retirement homes in Hamilton: a survey
City/neighbourhood |
Suite type |
Cost/month (starting) |
What’s included |
Hamilton |
Studio |
$2,800 |
|
Hamilton |
1-bed |
$2,495 |
|
Hamilton |
2-bed |
$4,430 |
|
Stoney Creek |
Studio |
$3,287 |
|
Stoney Creek |
1-bed |
$4,187 |
|
Stoney Creek |
2-bed |
$6,142 |
|
PLEASE CONSULT WITH COMMUNITIES LISTED ABOVE FOR ACTUAL FEES AND RATES