Senior Care Resources

Guides, checklists, and provincial programs to help you navigate senior living options in Canada.

Interactive Tools

Cost of Senior Living Index

Compare average monthly costs by province, city, and care type across Canada with data from thousands of communities.

Care Assessment Tool

Answer 10 questions to discover which type of senior care best fits your loved one's needs.

Guides & Checklists

Choosing the Right Care Type

Understand the differences between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and nursing homes to find the best fit.

Questions to Ask When Touring

A printable checklist of 20+ questions to ask during your community tour, from staffing ratios to meal options.

Understanding Costs & Funding

A breakdown of what senior living costs in each province and what government programs can help cover expenses.

Moving Day Preparation

Tips for making the transition smooth — what to pack, how to personalize a new space, and managing emotions.

Provincial Funding Programs

Government programs that may help offset the cost of senior care.

Ontario

Long-Term Care Home Subsidy

Income-based rate reduction for long-term care accommodation costs.

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British Columbia

Subsidized Assisted Living

BC Housing provides subsidized assisted living for eligible seniors.

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Alberta

Seniors Financial Assistance

Alberta Seniors Benefit and Special Needs Assistance programs.

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Quebec

Tax Credit for Home Support

Refundable tax credit for seniors living in certified residences.

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Manitoba

Personal Care Home Program

Income-tested rates for personal care homes across Manitoba.

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Nova Scotia

Long Term Care Program

Subsidized nursing home and residential care across Nova Scotia.

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Federal Programs

Old Age Security (OAS)

Monthly pension for Canadians 65 and older. Amount depends on years of residency in Canada. Applied automatically for most seniors.

canada.ca — OAS

Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)

Additional monthly benefit for low-income OAS recipients. Provides up to $1,065/month (2024 rates) depending on income and marital status.

canada.ca — GIS

Veterans Affairs Canada

Financial assistance for veterans and their families, including long-term care benefits, health care benefits, and the Veterans Independence Program.

veterans.gc.ca

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