{"id":247440,"date":"2026-01-16T12:31:32","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T17:31:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/staging.visavie.com\/types-private-seniors-residences-ontario"},"modified":"2026-04-16T09:42:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T13:42:59","slug":"types-private-seniors-residences-ontario","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/types-private-seniors-residences-ontario","title":{"rendered":"Types of private seniors residences in Ontario"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">The Types of Retirement Home For Seniors in Ontario<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span>Private senior residences; independent living, assisted living, independent and semi-independent living, senior communities for cognitive impairment, respite care in private residences <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\" data-province=\"on\"><div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">The main types of private seniors residences in Ontario<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\"><div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_0 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_blurb_position_top et_clickable et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Gatineau-2-1.jpg\" width=\"792\" height=\"528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Gatineau-2-1.jpg 792w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Gatineau-2-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 792px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-50834\" title=\"R\u00e9sidences priv\u00e9es pour a\u00een\u00e9s autonomes\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Independent living in Ontario<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\" href=\"\/en\/independent-living-for-seniors-in-ontario\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_1 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_blurb_position_top et_clickable et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-semi-autonome-quebec-600x400-1.jpg?ver=1773943450\" alt=\"Compassionate senior care with friendly staff helping elderly residents in supportive environment.\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-semi-autonome-quebec-600x400-1.jpg?ver=1773943450 600w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-semi-autonome-quebec-600x400-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 600px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-246290\" title=\"Caring Nurse Helping Seniors in Retirement Home\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Assisted living in Ontario<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\" href=\"\/en\/assisted-living-in-ontario\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_2 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_blurb_position_top et_clickable et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Residence-semi-autonome.jpg?ver=1773943483\" alt=\"Elderly man in wheelchair receiving compassionate care from nurse in cozy home setting.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Residence-semi-autonome.jpg?ver=1773943483 1024w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Residence-semi-autonome-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Residence-semi-autonome-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-246289\" title=\"Black senior man in wheelchair drinking tea while talking to a nurse at residential care home.\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Semi-independent living<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_2_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_2 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\" href=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/semi-independent-living-ontario\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_3 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_blurb_position_top et_clickable et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-perte-cognitive-600x400-1.jpg\" alt=\"Elderly woman enjoying activity with caregiver at senior care facility, outdoor setting.\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-perte-cognitive-600x400-1.jpg 600w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-perte-cognitive-600x400-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 600px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-246291\" title=\"Two elderly people in the garden of a nursing home or retirement home playing with games to improve mobility\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Community for Seniors with Cognitive Impairments<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_3_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_3 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\" href=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/community-seniors-cognitive-impairments-ontario\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_1_5 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_4 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_text_align_center et_pb_blurb_position_top et_clickable et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-evolutive.webp?ver=1773948451\" alt=\"Compassionate caregiver assisting elderly woman in a cozy, supportive home environment.\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-evolutive.webp?ver=1773948451 600w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/residence-evolutive-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 600px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-246292\" title=\"residence-evolutive\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Respite care in a private residences<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_4_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_4 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\" href=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/community-seniors-cognitive-impairments-ontario\">Learn more<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Other Housing Options for Older Adults in Ontario<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span>These options meet different levels of independence and care needs, allowing older adults to choose housing that aligns with their preferences and requirements as they age.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_5 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Mode-de-vie-autonome-1.webp\" alt=\"Warm elder care with engaging cooking activities in a supportive environment.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Mode-de-vie-autonome-1.webp 1200w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Mode-de-vie-autonome-1-980x653.webp 980w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Mode-de-vie-autonome-1-480x320.webp 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1200px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-246299\" title=\"Mode de vie autonome\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">55+ apartments<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Adults aged 55 and over, whether already retired or approaching retirement, may find these communities to be an appealing option. They offer an active and stimulating environment with a variety of optional activities. For younger retirees who wish to stay active, this is an interesting alternative to consider.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Discover a serene and secure atmosphere where you can build friendships with people who share your interests.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Say goodbye to household chores and welcome more time for your own interests.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Rest assured knowing that staff are available 24\/7 for emergencies or simply to offer companionship.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Personalize your stay with additional options such as individual meal plans and transportation services.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\">Explore the various on-site amenities available, such as exclusive dining areas, outdoor spaces, fitness rooms, libraries, and welcoming caf\u00e9s.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_12_24 et_flex_column_12_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_blurb_6 et_pb_blurb et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_blurb_position_top et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_content et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_main_blurb_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap et_pb_only_image_mode_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Soins-de-repit.jpg\" alt=\"Accessible senior care facility with compassionate staff and modern living spaces.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Soins-de-repit.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Soins-de-repit-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/visavie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Soins-de-repit-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" class=\"et_animated wp-image-246302\" title=\"Side view of young female caregiver pushing wheelchair with African American man\" \/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Long-term care home<\/h3><div class=\"et_pb_blurb_description\"><p><strong>A long-term care residence<\/strong>, also known as a nursing home, provides accommodation and assistance with daily activities for older adults, including 24-hour nursing and personal care. It is suitable for individuals who have difficulty managing their own care.<\/p>\n<p>To be <strong>eligible for the residence<\/strong>, according to the<span> <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/fr\/page\/soins-de-longue-duree-en-ontario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ontario government\u2019s website<\/a>, individuals must meet the following criteria to be eligible for admission. They must hold a valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card, require 24-hour nursing care or personal assistance, need frequent help with daily activities, be unable to safely receive care through community-based services, and have needs that can be met within a long-term care home. In Ontario, the LHINs oversee applications and admissions to long-term care homes. If you wish to arrange care, you can follow their guidelines.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/page\/respite-care\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Some<strong> long-term care facilities<\/strong><\/a><span> <\/span>also offer the person you are caring for a stay of up to 60 days in their facilities. Respite and short-term stay facilities provide a safe and supportive environment for older adults, offering restorative breaks, post-illness recovery, and peace of mind. Short-term stays allow individuals to experience life in a retirement residence, making them ideal for post-hospital recovery and\/or exploration. Whether for home renovations, family visits, or caregiver breaks, these stays provide comfort without long-term commitments. The respite stay provides temporary support while caregivers are away.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"folder":[907],"class_list":["post-247440","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/247440","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=247440"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/247440\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=247440"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"folder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visavie.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/folder?post=247440"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}