Find a retirement home in Ontario
Looking for the ideal retirement home in Ontario? Benefit from the personalized and compassionate support of the Visavie team and find a living environment tailored to your needs.
Based on your needs and preferences, our senior living advisors will carefully guide you toward the ideal senior residence for your situation.
Available 7 days a week, connect with our Ontario team and receive the immediate assistance you need to make the right decision for yourself or a loved one.
Complete support at NO COST
We'll guide you every step of the way to finding the right residence for you or a loved one at no cost to you for the services you receive from Visavie.
Close to 40 years of expertise serving seniors
Since 1988, Visavie has been helping seniors make the transition to a new living environment that is optimal and meets their individual needs.
Discover a place where life is good
Ontario offers a sought-after balance of wide-open spaces, vibrant cities, and access to quality services.
For seniors, it is a reassuring living environment where comfort, safety, and proximity to essential resources go hand in hand. With a rapidly growing aging population, senior housing and in-home care services are playing an increasingly important role in promoting an active, fulfilling quality of life tailored to each individual’s needs.
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Why should you be supported by our team?
Personalized expertise
We offer you in-depth expertise and extensive knowledge of local housing options to effectively guide you through every step of the process.
Save up to 127 hours!
With the guidance of an expert, your search process may take approximately 10 hours, depending on your needs and criteria.
FREE service
Compassionate support that is 100% free of charge and comes with no obligation for families and seniors.
In-depth knowledge of residences near you
We have up-to-date information on housing options in your area to simplify the process and help you quickly identify the most suitable options.
Why should you be supported by our team?
Personalized expertise
We offer you in-depth expertise and extensive knowledge of local housing options to effectively guide you through every step of the process.
Save up to 127 hours!
With the guidance of an expert, your search process may take approximately 10 hours, depending on your needs and criteria.
FREE service
Compassionate support that is 100% free of charge and comes with no obligation for families and seniors.
In-depth knowledge of residences near you
We have up-to-date information on housing options in your area to simplify the process and help you quickly identify the most suitable options.
Hear from our Authorized Senior Living Advisors about their role in supporting seniors and their families during this important stage of life.
Hear from our Authorized Senior Living Advisors about their role in supporting seniors and their families during this important stage of life.
Our team is always available to support you through this transition.
Contact us to speak with an expert to find the best solution for you or a loved one.
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A simple 4-step approach
We listen to you
We take the time to understand your loved one’s situation and your priorities: level of independence, care needs, budget, location, timeline, and lifestyle preferences.
We find options
We identify care facilities that truly meet your criteria and those of your loved one, then present you with a tailored selection along with key information to help you easily compare them.
We accompany you on your visit
We coordinate visits with the care facilities and help you ask the right questions, verify the services offered, and assess whether the facility is a good fit for your loved one.
We support the move
We’ll be there for you until the final decision is made and throughout the transition, to help guide you through the next steps and provide follow-up support as needed after you move in.
Josée Boivin
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Capitale-Nationale and Chaudière-Appalaches regions
Here's how I can help you
« My years of experience in business development and front-line customer support have led me to a renewed passion for work that is even more focused on people. My cheerful and empathetic personality has opened my eyes to my desire to make a lasting contribution to the quality of life of our seniors. »
Brigitte Mathieu
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the region of Montérégie
Here's how I can help you
« I understand that you are embarking on a new chapter in your life, and like any change, it brings with it uncertainty, new experiences, and concerns. After more than twenty-five years in the helping professions, I am able to listen to you attentively, understand your needs, and help you quickly find the services that will suit you best. »
Marie-Hélène Laplante
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Centre-du-Québec and Mauricie regions
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“It could be summed up as the tenderness and empathy I feel toward the seniors I care for, combined with my willingness to listen and my understanding of their situations, all of which help reassure them during this important transition in their lives.”
Sylvie Beaulieu
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Laval, Laurentides and Lanaudière regions
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« It's my sensitivity and my ability to listen. I am sensitive to what older people may be going through. I know how to listen and easily recognize people's needs and desires. I will be an excellent partner for you in your search for new moments of happiness, big and small. »
Nadine Beaupré
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the region of Montérégie
Here's how I can help you
« Over the years, I have developed a unique ability to quickly understand people’s aspirations, build trusting relationships, and offer practical solutions that are perfectly tailored to their circumstances. My experience allows me to truly understand your deepest needs for attentive listening, empathy, and support, particularly when searching for a new place to live. »
Marie Gamache
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Greater Montreal area
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« My desire to help… the elderly can sense it. My judgment and my ability to analyze situations related to my clients’ health, social, and financial needs. The collaborative relationships I have built over the years with healthcare professionals. »
Claudette Brown
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the region of Outaouais
Here's how I can help you
« I am very sensitive to your concerns, fears, and questions, as well as the challenges and situations that older adults sometimes face—and I do so without judgment, because I understand you. My experience in senior living facilities allows me to guide you through the rental process and explain everything related to how these facilities operate—from administrative matters to questions that may arise during visits—so that you can find the right facility that will listen to and meet your needs. »
Nicole Kocajda
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Eastern Ontario region
Here's how I can help you
«Throughout my decades of experience in the medical field, as well as many years of volunteer service, my desire to help people and make a difference in their lives has flourished. I also have direct experience in guiding families through the process of selecting the retirement community best suited to their loved one's needs and lifestyle. »
Olena Moher
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Central and South-Western Ontario regions
Here's how I can help you
« What sets me apart is my compassionate commitment to help aging adults feel safe, heard, and supported especially in times of uncertainty while navigating life transitions. As a Social Worker, my strength lies in building relationships based on respect, trust, and reliability. I have worked in an acute care hospital setting for many years and understand how to navigate the healthcare system, especially in times of crisis. The process to find the right living environment can be overwhelming, therefore my goal is to meet with you, listen intently to understand the diverse social, emotional, and physical needs to facilitate connection to a supportive environment that is tailored and best suited for you. »
Mark Belford
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Central Ontario region
Here's how I can help you
« What truly sets me apart is my personal experience within the community, having actively navigated the process of finding the perfect care for my own parents. This personal connection allows me to fully relate to families and individuals searching for new senior living communities, offering insights that go beyond purely professional expertise. »
Sherri Daly
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Eastern Ontario region
Here's how I can help you
« My decades of work in healthcare, whether in hospitals, geriatric rehabilitation services, palliative care, and many other settings, have taught me that every elderly person has a story, a contribution to their community, and the right to live with dignity and autonomy. My extensive knowledge and experience in this field, combined with my unique ability to listen to my clients, enable me to find the best solution for them. »
Michelle Lomano
Authorized Senior Living Advisor for the Central Ontario region
Here's how I can help you
« Ma capacité à écouter et à comprendre les besoins de mes clients est exceptionnelle. Je suis méticuleuse, réconfortante et attentionnée tout au long du processus. Avec 8 ans d’expérience dans l’industrie, je bénéficie d’une solide base de connaissances dans le domaine des soins aux personnes âgées. »
Does finding a private senior residence seem complicated to you? Not sure where to start? That’s completely understandable.
Our advisors are well-informed about the availability of private senior residences in your area. We provide personalized, respectful, and compassionate support at every step of your journey.
Does finding a private senior residence seem complicated to you? Not sure where to start? That’s completely understandable.
Our advisors are well-informed about the availability of private senior residences in your area. We provide personalized, respectful, and compassionate support at every step of your journey.
The main types of private senior residences in Quebec
Independent Living for Seniors
Private residences for semi-autonomous seniors
Private residences for autonomous and semi-autonomous seniors
Private residences for cognitively impaired seniors
Evolving residences
The main types of private seniors residences in Ontario
Independent living in Ontario
Assisted living in Ontario
Semi-independent living
Community for Seniors with Cognitive Impairments
Respite care in a private residences
Questions and Answers (Q&A)
Everything you need to make informed decisions , all in one place.
How to quickly find a senior living facility in Ontario?
To quickly find a senior living facility in Ontario, the most effective way is to contact a Visavie housing counselor, free of charge and available 7 days a week. This approach is designed for urgent situations, such as a hospital discharge or a sudden loss of independence, where every day counts. Instead of contacting residences one by one, the family receives validated options and rapidly organized visits.
What types of senior residences exist in Ontario, and which one is right for my loved one? In Ontario, Visavie distinguishes 5 types of living environments in private retirement residences:
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Independent living is suitable for independent seniors who want to enjoy services and a social life without constraints.
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Independent living with assistance adds occasional help with certain daily tasks.
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Assisted living (or semi-independent living) is designed for individuals who require regular support and light care.
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Memory care communities offer a secure environment tailored to memory disorders, such as major neurocognitive disorders or Alzheimer’s.
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Respite care in private residences provides temporary accommodation, ideal after a hospitalization or to offer relief to a family caregiver.
Is Visavie a free service?
Yes. Visavie offers completely impartial and free assistance to seniors and their families, from the initial contact until the lease is signed, with absolutely no commitment.
Our priority is to help you find the living environment that best meets your needs, preferences, and budget. Our housing counselors evaluate your situation objectively and present you with the most suitable options, allowing you to make an informed decision with complete confidence.
The service is funded by the certified private seniors’ residences within the partner network: it is the chosen residence that compensates Visavie, never the family. This ensures you benefit from professional, personalized, and entirely free support throughout your journey.
Can we visit multiple residences before choosing in Ontario?
Yes, you can and should visit several residences before making a choice in Ontario. Visavie organizes these visits for you from a targeted selection of residences that already match your criteria. Visiting allows you to compare the atmosphere, care, meals, and on-site services, enabling you to make an informed decision without any pressure.
How much time can you save by using Visavie to find a residence in Ontario?
By using Visavie, a family saves an average of about 127 hours of research. A search conducted on your own requires an average of nearly 137 hours to evaluate the market, compare residences, organize visits, and handle administrative procedures, whereas the process accompanied by a Visavie expert takes about 10 hours. This saves you valuable time, which is a decisive advantage in an emergency situation.