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What to know about this topic:
- Sometimes you do know
- Know what your parents’ daily lives are like
- Communicate gently
- Watch for tipping points
- Make the transition smooth, giving yourself time
- More about living in Canada's best retirement homes:
The short answer? There’s no one right answer, of course. The wrong answer, though, is to live in denial. Start an open conversation within your family. Open your mind to potential, and you’ll discover it. When people move on time, they truly enjoy the lifechange. Others who wait often wish they’d done it sooner. On the following pages, we explore how to communicate, tipping points to look out for, and how to make the transition smoothest. |
“I want to stay in my own home.” This is a common wish of seniors, as demonstrated once again in poll numbers released last year by Home Care Ontario. Fully 91% of respondents to the survey want to age in their current home. When it comes to moving to a retirement home, everyone puts off thinking about it for as long as possible.
We get it—it’s difficult to think about moving and changing, and at least on the surface, the cost seems high. But few people counter that by thinking about the cost of staying in your own home, especially if you’re alone there. How much pain is it causing you to live alone, or in an outdated house? And on the other hand: how much pleasure might you gain in moving?
Parkland on the Glen | Peter Power
“People don’t like to think about moving because they don’t know what the options are,” says Pat Irwin of ElderCare Canada, who’s worked for over 20 years assisting families in dealing with aging loved ones. As long as parents are independent, she says, everyone’s happy. “Consider this question regularly: What does independence really mean?”
As a loved one’s physical well-being deteriorates— often slowly, but always inevitably—family members can help them out as much as possible. However, how do you manage the stress and disruption that goes along with that?
“Families need to observe their loved ones and pay attention to areas where they need help,” says Irwin. “You can hire a cleaning lady to help or you can hire home care to help out, certainly, but there are limits to that.” Indeed, home care costs can add up quickly. Hiring home care for three hours a day at $60 per hour adds up to $5,400 per month. That’s a near match with some high-end retirement communities, places that offer much more than food and paid companionship.
Sometimes you do know
Active adult lifestyle communities are one way in which people bypass some of these questions. Communities are tailored to people 55 and older, and many of these focus on increased means for residents to “age in place” with health care access on site, for example. However, these communities tend to be larger and are never focused on the availability of care, though.
Many people in their ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s know the good life they can have in independent living in a retirement home. “At some point, you know you’re going to have to deal with moving,” says Reg Desilets. “Why not take it head on?” That no-bull approach typifies the attitude of many who proactively choose and move into independent living. Reg lived “10 minutes up the road” from his current home, Credit River in Mississauga, and he thought, “Why not give it a try?”
He did, and like many in independent living, he loves it. Learn more about independent living.
But for those whose older parents are less willing to move, the challenge is this:
- To understand parents’ needs fully.
- Gently open, and maintain, the lines of communication.
- Wait for things to fall into place—and hopefully they do, as stress-free as possible.
Know what your parents’ daily lives are like
Some parents may still have anachronistic ideas about “old folks homes.” Pandemic coverage of deaths in long-term care did nothing to help negative perceptions, either. But Andy Wong and others will tell you, retirement homes are “nothing like nursing homes.” They excel at protecting seniors and providing them with a lifestyle they find genuinely exciting and reinvigorating. “They’re more like cruise ships,” says Andy.
People often love their traditional home—understandably attached to the memories and feelings there—but potentially to the detriment of their personal safety. Stairways, stovetops, carpeting, and other things can all become hazards to older people living alone.
Parents can be stubborn, like April Farrall’s mom.
She used to tell me that the only way she was ever going to leave there was going to be feet first in a box. It was really a struggle. She dug her heels in and said, ‘It’s not happening.’ I dragged my heels because I love my mother. But then I got to the point where I couldn’t keep her happy. Her zest for life was disappearing. But also, very importantly with that, was that my zest for life was breaking, too. It got to be too much for me.
You don’t want it to get to that point. Here’s how to get the process started.
To begin with, you want to be as fully aware of older loved ones’ living situation as possible. As Irwin says,
“You really need to know what parents are doing— all day, all week, all month. What’s working for them and what’s not. And when you approach the subject, you have to approach it properly. You only get one chance to start this conversation, so you should start it off on the right foot.
Communicate gently
Irwin suggests starting in the calmest setting possible, when everyone is relaxed—playing a game of cards, for example. Speak as objectively as possible. “I observed that it looks like you could use some help with cooking. What do you think, Mom?” Always avoid conflict. If parents are insistent that they’re not ready, stop there. It has to be everyone’s idea.
“This is not something anyone should ever push,” agrees Amy D’Aprix, a gerontological social worker who has counselled people in late life transitions for over 30 years. A better stance is to say, “It’s good to just know our options, so if things change in the future, we know what they are.”
She also suggests that parents and loved ones will sympathize if the issue is about children’s peace of mind. Frame it like this: “It would give me peace to just know that you can get the care and support you need all the way through your life.” Touring options can then be focused on just confirming that, casually, even as older loved ones get exposed to what’s out there.
Karen Fraser helped her mom make up her mind for Scarborough Retirement Residence:
“The main thing is engaging the loved one and having that conversation about their safety, sharing with them your concern. Sometimes it’s a difficult decision on the part of your loved one to make that move. But have that conversation about your concern for their health and safety.”
“Don’t wait,” says Audrey Miller of ElderCaring.ca. She’s also helped hundreds of people resolve senior care questions over the past 18 years. “The best time to think about change is when you’re not in crisis,” she advises. Arm yourself with as much research as you can to offer loved ones practical support. Irwin recommends families start with ComfortLife.ca and some real-world legwork to learn more about communities on your own.
Terry Steele tells the story of how he slowly changed his mind thanks to his daughter-in-law’s gently persistent approach. “She talked to me about moving into a retirement home, and I said, ‘No, I’m not ready at all to move.’” A couple of weeks later, she asked again, putting it slightly differently. She said, “‘Why don’t we look at it for a future time, years down the road?’ I thought, ‘Well, I can do that.’” He went along, and he had an “aha” moment while touring VIVA Oakville.
I looked at a menu… and for five years, I’ve had to do my own cooking. That was it. And I knew I wanted to do a lot of the activities there, too.
You want to reach a point like that together. To get there, there are probably as many different paths as there are families and seniors. But the basic advice above and in our look at “Having the Talk” will be a helpful starting point for everyone.
Watch for tipping points
You also want to be wary of tipping points that can happen any time. This may be a case of one parent having a stroke or other sudden ailment, and the other being left to care for them. That’s one breaking point. Another tipping point might be a parent with signs of dementia. Of course, there’s always the possibility of one spouse suddenly passing, leaving the other widowed and alone, with increased personal needs.
But as Irwin says, “The bottom line is, help is there. Families should have the wisdom to ask for and accept it.” She’s witnessed many situations and seen them become “win-win.” Parents get the help they need, the adult child knows their loved one is getting the care they need, and families can avoid the trauma of making mistakes. When you go out and look with an open mind, you’ll be surprised— both at what’s out there and what you can afford.
To Amy D’Aprix, retirement home living is an appropriate reward for parents. She adds:
If someone has lost their vigour for life, part of it is that there isn’t anything sparking them. This is an area where retirement homes are fabulous. Part of the beauty of retirement homes is that they have the key components that make our lives worth living. A big part of it is relationships, having people around us. Retirement residences have the benefit of privacy and independence plus a social network right there for you. That’s not always available in Canada, especially in the winter when it’s hard to get out. Retirement homes typically have so much going on: day trips, activities, volunteer things. There’s an opportunity to stay engaged, every day.
And as Terry Steele cautions:
Don’t wait until you’re sick and can’t do anything. Go in there, now, when you can do all the activities and have a good time and you can enjoy it.
Make the transition smooth, giving yourself time
You’ll make the transition smoothest by taking your time, says Miller. Learn the lay of the land on your own terms. “Families often don’t understand basic differences between retirement homes and longterm care facilities,” for one example, she says. You’ll need to know about the different care levels and different lifestyle options and see them in action as you tour. It’s a project that “can be a full- time job,” she says. “Take time to talk to other families as to their experience,” she adds.
“You also need to manage your expectations as you search,” adds Irwin. “For some people, the thought of downsizing from 3,000 to 400 square feet can stop them in their tracks,” she says. But few residents in communities comment on the size of their suite, and many of them live in studio apartments. This is because communities offer so many activities and so much shared space that your suite becomes an afterthought, but also a welcomingly comfortable place. You sleep there and it’s your private space, but there is so much more to enjoy outside. Your “living space” is, in reality, much larger than it has ever has been anywhere else.
Finally, you need a long-term vision and to be prepared for changing needs. If you plan the move long ahead, and you have investments or savings in place, you can be prepared for different scenarios. Many of today’s seniors live in homes where they possess more equity than they ever dreamed of, so it’s more affordable for more people. Communities are equipped to care for those with increasing care needs. You’ll learn more about how retirement homes make the transition smooth on page 36.
No one should ever be pushed into doing something they don’t want to. But there is the reality of things. And the reality in today’s retirement homes is that many people are living wonderfully well. They feel very independent and free there. They’re good people, in a place that’s good to—and for—them. They want to tell you to do it—make the move sooner rather than later.
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- Who will I live with?
- How do I move easily and smoothly?
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Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
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Mississauga's premier all-inclusive rental retirement community. Enjoy bright, spacious suites, modern amenities, delicious dining, and a Team devoted to Making Today Great! for you and your family! Book your tour today!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Summerhill PARC
Summerhill PARC near the heart of Lonsdale and 15th Avenue in beautiful North Vancouver offers a highly social retirement community living experience. 1- and 2-bedroom suites available.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
VIVA Thornhill Woods
Vaughan's premier all-inclusive rental retirement community! Enjoy bright, spacious suites, modern amenities, delicious dining, and a Team devoted to Making Today Great! for you and your family! Book your tour today!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Thornebridge Gardens - Verve Senior Living
Thornebridge Gardens is one of New Westminster’s finest retirement residences, providing luxurious, worry-free surroundings with life enriching services that inspire healthy senior living. Many options are available!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Hawthorne Place
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Lake Bonavista Village - Verve Senior Living
Lake Bonavista Village Retirement Residence is the perfect place for seniors to retire. You can choose from a variety of suite sizes in the main building or one of our unique cottages.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Ravines Seniors' Suites & Retirement Residence
Located in Citiplace, Ravines is surrounded by walking paths. From Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care, we offer a vibrant community focused on exceeding your expectations. Contact us today 613-223-8506.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
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
Hazelton Place Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Luxury and quality is in every corner of Hazelton from its lobby to its inviting Bistro & Bar. Offering amenities and services, Hazelton makes it easy for you to define and enjoy your lifestyle.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Prince of Peace
Prince of Peace a variety of suites styles with kitchenettes and incredible mountain views. It's the perfect residence for seniors who are active, require some assistance, or have memory care needs.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Carleton Place Terrace by Symphony
We offer a truly all inclusive plan. We welcome pets: offer residents accommodation options .Our array of activities & chef-prepared meals keep our residents healthy & active. Offering beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Wedgwood House
Very wonderful group of friendly residents who love to do things together. Residents Group arrange entertainment, winemaking and wine & cheese parties each month. They are helpful and welcoming. Wedgwood feels like home!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Aster Gardens
Aster Gardens, an Optima Living community, opened in March 2021, we are transforming Senior's living. You are going to love living here....Let Us Welcome You Home!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Memory Care
Mulberry PARC
Mulberry PARC is a welcoming home and community in the heart of Burnaby, BC with the largest 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom retirement home suites available.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Delmanor Wynford
A full service 5-star retirement community centrally located in Toronto - features extensive common areas, a rooftop putting green and a variety of other amenities catering to today's active seniors.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Amica Whitby
Located near downtown Whitby, our residence puts you in the heart of Durham Region. Stroll the paths by the Whitby Harbour or explore the landscape at Heber Down Conservation Area. There’s so much to do at Amica Whitby
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Hawthorn Park Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living
Living at Hawthorn Park Retirement Residence means you have choices & can customize the services you need, as you need them. We offer three lifestyle opportunities; supportive living, assisted living & complex care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
The Camelot
The Camelot offers Boutique Independent Retirement Living with Supportive Services. With fresh homemade meals, caring staff, fun activities in the exquisite and peaceful James Bay neighbourhood.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Sifton - Dorchester Terrace
Dorchester Terrace offers area seniors a variety of suite choices, wellness support services, medication administration, housekeeping services, physiotherapy and daily dining in an open restaurant-style dining room.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Southbrook Retirement Residence
Southbrook is all about choices - We celebrate independence in senior living but, are always here to provide assistance when you need it. Southbrook - come be a part of our community, our family and meet new friends!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Riverine
The Riverine is a beautiful waterfront property offering seniors two levels of retirement living, with the comfort of knowing your needs will be looked after. We're proud to be 100% family owned and operated.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Sherwood House
At Sherwood House we offer active adult independent retirement living, pet friendly, featuring delicious homemade meals, daily activities, weekly housekeeping, safely connected in the heart of Duncan, Vancouver Island
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Richmond Hill Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Richmond Hill Retirement Residence offers full service including meals, housekeeping, active adult, independent and assisted living. Our focus is on maintaining good health, great food, new friends & lots of laughter!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
VIVA Oakville
Now Open! Exclusive membership meets all-inclusive living at Oakville's newest retirement community. V!VA Oakville elevates retirement living to new heights with unmatched amenities, services and style. Tour today!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Crown Ridge Retirement Residence
Located on the east side of Trenton in a quiet neighbourhood. Enjoy beautiful suites of various sizes & layouts with advanced safety features. Elegant dining plus snacks & beverages included.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Delmanor Elgin Mills
Award Winning Delmanor Elgin Mills, has proudly served the Richmond Hill community since 2002, offering Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care options, you can choose from a variety of well-appointed sized suites.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Waterside - A VIVA Retirement Community
Waterside, A V!VA Retirement Community, offers Community Members a wide selection of amenities including fine dining, saltwater pool, fitness studios, big-screen movie theatre, pub and so much more!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
The Village of Taunton Mills
The Village of Taunton Mills in Whitby presents several levels of service from seniors' apartments with full kitchens, retirement apartments with meals and services to memory care, assisted living and long-term care.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
White Cliffe Terrace - Verve Senior Living
This award winning Oshawa retirement home is near parks and shopping, offering spacious seniors' suites and the option of assisted living care. Readers Choice Award Winner for Retirement living from 2016 2019.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Village of Arbour Trails
Guelph retirement home offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care. Includes 24 hour onsite nursing team and medication support within a Village-like setting. It takes a Village to care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Canterbury Place Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Canterbury Place offers a variety of suites styles in an elegant condo-like building for active adults & those needing assistance. We offer a unique healthcare program for our residents including palliative care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Sunstone Apartments
Sunstone Rentals is the newest retirement community located in North Delta. A 70 unit independent living facility for those 55+, offers retirement community living for those downsizing.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living
Park Place Retirement Residence
Located in the heart of downtown Woodstock, Park Place Retirement Residence is known for our homelike atmosphere, delicious food, helpful staff and variety of activities. It's more than a residence it’s a community!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Willoughby Manor Retirement Residence
Our homelike atmosphere sets the tone for our tight-knit high-spirited community. Our dedicated team provides 24 hr care & services including: health, wellness, meals, laundry, housekeeping, safety, security & more.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Courtyard Gardens - Verve Senior Living
Courtyard Gardens offers an enriching community, with quality staff & friendly & caring environment. 107 Private & Subsidized suites in Assisted Living, 31 Private Pay Extended Care studio suites & 1 Respite Suite.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Long-term care
The Waterford
Featuring bright suites surrounded by pedestrian pathways, and a two-acre water feature in Tsawwassen town-centre. Two choices in all-inclusive senior housing: independent living and a licensed Care Centre suites.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Riverwalk Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Riverwalk Retirement Residence is centrally located in the Cliff Bungalow-Mission community of Calgary. We offer a continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Ashley Oaks Retirement Residence
Ashley Oaks offers a vibrant and active lifestyle. Our new community has a touch of European charm with spacious suites, delicious cuisine, and a variety of amenities. It's not just a place to live but a place to thrive!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Heritage Place Retirement Residence
Heritage Place is an independently owned retirement residence in Burlington, specializing in quality accommodation & services for the active senior, with 2 styles of living: apartment style suites & 2 bedroom bungalows
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living
Credit River - Verve Senior Living
Credit River is a 6-storey condo style residence, with an array of well-appointed suite styles to choose from and our highly-skilled health care professionals are available around the clock if you need them.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Trinity Lodge - Verve Senior Living
Trinity Lodge Retirement Residence combines the elegance & style of a fine traditional hotel, with the security & warmth associated with senior living. Homecare staff is available 24/7 to give you support when needed.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Wisteria Place
Wisteria Place, beckons to active seniors seeking vibrant and satisfying daily life. Majestic views, park greenery, a Zen garden and Koi pond, bring nature, beauty, and peace. Let us welcome you home to life in harmony.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Sifton - Richmond Woods
A desirable retirement residence in London, Ontario, including 130 suites with extensive amenities designed to provide the ultimate in retirement living. Proud winners of the "Best of London in Retirement Living 2020!"
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
The Village at University Gates
Now welcoming our Retirement Home Residents to the Village. We offer Waterloo a range of services for today's Senior including Retirement Apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care and Long Term Care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Wild Rose
At Optima Living, we offer a tailored approach where the resident is the focus of all of our endeavours and we strive to fulfil all our residents’ needs so that they can live their best possible life!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
OPAL Vancouver
438 West King Edward Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia V5Y 0M5 Opal offers a full continuum of support from Independent Living to Complex Care/Dementia Care/Long Term Care. Allowing the opportunity for aging in place.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
River Ridge Seniors Village
A premier Park Place residence in the heart of Medicine Hat offering independent living, supportive living, and long term care options. With spectacular views and services, River Ridge is a warm place to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Port Credit Residences - Verve Senior Living
Port Credit Residence situated in the Mississauga area offers seniors a luxurious resort-inspired lifestyle. Enjoy an oversized pool, wellness centre, onsite physiotherapy, a movie theatre, library, spa/salon and more!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Sifton - Longworth
Voted London's Best Retirement Residence seven years running! We promote our passion for seniors living well by offering choices for an active, wellness focused lifestyle with the security of knowing help is at hand.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Westerleigh PARC
Westerleigh PARC offers refined independent living in one of West Vancouver's most sought after addresses. Studio, 1- and 2-bedroom suites available.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Berwick On The Lake
At Berwick on the Lake, residents enjoy red seal chef prepared meals in their choice of 3 dining rooms. Beyond our beautiful amenities, our residents also enjoy a full wellness program. Resort style living at it's best!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Verve Aspen Woods
Located in one of Calgary’s most desirable neighbourhoods, with the Rocky Mountains outside and beautifully appointed amenities within, Verve Aspen Woods offers the perfect setting for your active enjoyment of life.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Village of Humber Heights
The Village of Humber Heights is a retirement community that offers various lifestyle options and levels of services ranging from independent living with meals, to assisted living, memory care, and long-term care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Livita Barrington Retirement Residence
Nestled in a picturesque garden, Livita Barrington offers charming cottage living with amenities moments away. Our dedicated team know each unique resident, and provide a personalized approach that feels like home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Shepherd Terrace
Shepherd Terrace offers a variety of independent and assisted living suites within the renowned Shepherd Village. With its long history of providing caring service you’ll love the amenities and the excellent services.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Granville Gardens - Verve Senior Living
Located in Vancouver’s Kerrisdale neighbourhood, Granville Gardens offers residents the opportunity to stay active and live in a well-appointed urban community, surrounded by shopping centres, parks, community centres.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Holland Gardens - Verve Senior Living
Located in the heart of a vibrant community, Holland Gardens is the perfect place to live, laugh and enjoy life. An exciting community offering a luxurious resort lifestyle, an ideal place for inspired senior living.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Parkland on Eglinton West
Parkland on Eglinton West offers Lifestyle Apartments, All-Inclusive Lifestyle and Supportive Lifestyle options for seniors. Parkland makes it easy for you to do more of what you love!
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Village of Riverside Glen
This elegant Guelph retirement home offers a range of care including assisted living and long term care, serviced by a friendly, caring staff.
Lifestyle Options: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Park Place Seniors' Suites & Retirement Residence
Located in Central Park, Independent Seniors will find a home in our Seniors' Suites. Those needing more care find comfort in our Retirement Residence. We're focused on exceeding expectations. Call today 613-266-1354.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Evergreen Retirement Community - Verve Senior Living
Stylish Mississauga retirement home offering independent, full-service and assisted living lifestyles, featuring a hair salon, onsite bistro and much more.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Livita Queens Avenue Retirement Residence
Nestled in a residential neighbourhood close to shopping, dining & community services, our residence is ideal for seniors who want to relax while pursuing their hobbies & staying active. All suites include full kitchens
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living
Don Mills Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
A luxury senior living community in the heart of North York. Be inspired by beautifully appointed amenities in our state-of-the-art building offering exceptional care, intelligent technology & exciting life enrichment.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Richmond Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
The Richmond, combines an affordable lifestyle with comfort, security and friendly full service. You will feel a sense of warmth and know you are home the minute you walk in the door.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Oakcrossing Retirement Living
Welcome to Oakcrossing Retirement Living, where we have a fresh perspective on senior living. Offering a large variety of studios, one- and two-bedroom suites with both retirement and assisted living services available.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
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
Amica Taunton
AMICA Taunton offers a full continuum of care from townhome condos to Memory Care. We have 24/7 nurses and a visiting doctor. Residents choose to dine between 7am-7pm and enjoy special menus created by our Red Seal Chef.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Forest Valley Terrace By Symphony
Forest Valley Terrace is proud to be the only community that is specifically designed & dedicated to the unique needs of seniors with all stages of Alzheimer’s, dementia or other forms of memory impairment in Ottawa.
Lifestyle Options: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Living Water Retirement Residence
A Resort Style Community Served by a Team With Loving Hearts. We commit to providing an exceptional, caring experience for all residents with a culture that is people-centred, actionable love, compassion, and humility.
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
Delmanor West Village
Delmanor West Village is an active aging community that offers residents unlimited opportunities to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle and improve their physical, mental and social well-being
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Sunridge Gardens
An upscale and contemporary senior living community in the historic Murrayville neighbourhood of Langley. Featuring spacious open-concept suites, a beautiful courtyard garden and a wide variety of amenities.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Trico LivingWell
Trico LivingWell is designed to empower older adults to live their best lives by facilitating inclusivity and togetherness through a holistic health, empathetic and personalized approach to aging.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Vineyards Residence
The Vineyards approach to assisted living & memory care allows people to go about life as they always have, despite health changes. Beautiful suites & homemade meals. Discover for yourself why we say Life’s Better Here
Lifestyle Options: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Tiverton Park Manor
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Cedar Springs PARC
Located near Mt. Seymour in Vancouver's North Shore, Cedar Springs PARC offers retirement living within a beautiful natural environment. 1- and 2-bedroom suites available.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Greystone Manor Retirement Residence
Named one of the top 3 retirement communities in Maple Ridge, Greystone is a premier Park Place residence, with the comfort and services you need to maintain your active lifestyle in a warm and welcoming community.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Berwick Comox Valley
Berwick Comox Valley offers a resort-style retirement residence in a convenient downtown setting. This is West Coast living at its finest, truly affordable luxury.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Village of Winston Park
This elegant retirement residence in Kitchener-Waterloo offers a continuum of care from independent living apartments to assisted living, memory care and long-term care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Evanston Summit
A Catholic non-profit residence focusing on providing a lifestyle for independent seniors who appreciate the opportunity to live stress-free, with like-minded, active older adults.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Livita Parkway Retirement Residence
Our boutique-style residence is designed for people who want to maintain an active independent lifestyle, thrive, participate & enjoy access to our in–house supportive programs, local shopping & community services
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Wintergreene Estates - Verve Senior Living
At Wintergreene, you'll discover a combination of independence, privacy, activities, health and wellness programs & friendly companionship to savour throughout your retirement.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Oceana PARC
At Oceana PARC, our residents thrive with access to physical and mental fitness programming, social activities, chef-prepared meals, transportation and more. Come discover why life is better at our new residence.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Garden Villa Retirement Residence
Garden Villa invites you to come and live among your neighbours. We offer affordable luxury with independent, supportive and customized living options tailored to meet the unique needs of each resident.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Magnolia Gardens
An oasis in the heart of Langley City, Magnolia Gardens features bright, spacious suites and a warm, friendly atmosphere. Two choices in senior living: 115 independent living suites, and a 40-suite licensed Care Centre.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
The Village of Glendale Crossing
A true retirement hub featuring independent Living Apartments with full kitchens, Retirement Apartments, Full Service Retirement suites with walk out patios, Assisted Care, Memory Care and LTC.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Winchester Glen Retirement Community
Your home at Winchester Glen will offer an active, independent lifestyle in a senior-friendly community. You will enjoy a private suite with amazing amenities, convenient services & daily activities at your doorstep!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Wellington Retirement Residence
As a premier Park Place multi-level care residence, The Wellington provides Independent and Supportive Living options for seniors seeking to maintain your independence while enjoying access and services to amenities.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Boardwalk Retirement Community
Welcome to the BRC, a beautiful assisted living facility located in the heart of Calgary's NW. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that your loved ones are safe and cared for with our friendly and passionate staff.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Amica Little Lake
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Sifton - The Westhill
The Westhill is an inviting atmosphere of new friends and great times, with personalized support services for better living. The Westhill is conveniently located in Waterloo, near The Boardwalk shopping area.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
The Village of Tansley Woods
At The Village of Tansley Woods, we offer the full continuum of care - Independent Living Suites, Retirement Apartments, Full Service Retirement Suites, Assisted Care, Memory Care and Long Term Care all in one village.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Palermo Village - Verve Senior Living
Palermo Village is a luxurious 6-storey condo style residence that offers you the opportunity to enjoy a vibrant & active social life, while our chefs and skilled health care team focuses on your nutrition & well being.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Chateau Glengarry Retirement
Located between Ottawa & Montreal, our bilingual staff cater to seniors who are independent, need assistance or have early memory loss. Enjoy home-cooked food, fitness & daily activities. Respite stays are welcome.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Heritage - Verve Senior Living
The Heritage Retirement Residence encompasses an active living & entertaining lifestyle with supportive & assisted living measures, Our highly skilled registered health care team will provide assistance when you need it.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Berwick Qualicum Beach
Berwick Qualicum Beach offers an array of amenities and engaging programs in our beautifully appointed community. Join our vibrant community today and enjoy an active and healthy lifestyle with some new friends.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Harmony Hill Retirement Community
Harmony Hill offers comfort, security, and friendship, as well as a full range of amenities and services that you expect from a premier, active-living seniors community.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living
Amica West Vancouver
Tucked away between the North Shore Mountains and Pacific Ocean, our residence offers the best of West Vancouver. Enjoy access to trails and shopping—a comfortable yet sophisticated lifestyle at Amica West Vancouver.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Long-term care
Four Elms Retirement Residence - Verve Senior Living
Four Elms is an elegant Retirement Residence offering the finest in Senior Living. Choose a suite style that is perfect for you and enjoy an active lifestyle, fine dining and the company of good friends.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Delmanor Aurora
Delmanor Aurora provides a new twist on retirement living, in a five-star resort-style setting. Extensive amenities including saltwater pool, fitness centre, theatre, spa, market, ground floor patio and rooftop terrace.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living
The Residence at Orchards Walk
The Residence offers service-oriented living at its finest. With a shopping plaza and stunning views, Orchards Walk is Kamloops’ premier new neighbourhood. Choose between spacious studios and one or two bedroom suites.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
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
Livita Centennial Retirement Residence
We are an inclusive age-in-place community nestled in a beautiful residential neighbourhood across from Centennial Park and it’s lush walkways. We offer a mix of health care services customized to your needs.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Berwick On The Park
Nestled on the hillside, Berwick on the Park offers stunning panoramic mountain, valley and river views and flexible retirement lifestyles, including independent living and assisted living.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Berwick Parksville
At Berwick Parksville, we strive to change the perception of retirement living by empowering our Residents to live their best life with us. We think of it as inspired retirement living.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Delmanor Northtown
Delmanor Northtown is a full-service boutique retirement residence located in the heart of North York, catering to active and independent seniors.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Carp Commons Retirement Village - Verve Senior Living
One visit to Carp Commons Retirement Village and you’ll see the difference in terms of amenities, food, services, programs, and the little touches that make it feel like home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
IN-DEPTH REPORTSHome care companies
In-Home Assisted Living Inc.
In-Home Assisted Living offers caregivers and nurses to help seniors and people with medical challenges to remain living in their own home with safety and comfort. Also ask about our hospital bedside support.
Lifestyle Options: Respite care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care, Home Care
Take It Easy Care Inc.
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in tailoring our services to meet their unique needs, recognizing that no two individuals are the same. Whether it's medical care, companionship, or assistance
Lifestyle Options: Respite care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Home Care
Richmond Heights Health Clinic and Home Care
Richmond Heights Health Clinic & Home Care, provides compassionate 24 hour personalized senior care services with bonded, registered & licensed Nurses / RPN's, in your home, hospital, rehab, LTC & retirement communities.
Lifestyle Options: Respite care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care, Home Care
Nurse For Care
We offer Caregiver, PSW & RPN services in a Customized, Affordable way to all ages & needs in GTA, Hamilton, Durham, Sudbury or anywhere in Ontario at Home, Hospital, Rehab, Retirement home, & Long-term care facilities.
Lifestyle Options: Respite care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care, Home Care
Editor's note: This article originally appeared in the 2022 Comfort Life Retirement Guide