Senior Living Options at Chartwell

Explore Chartwell’s senior living options across Canada, designed to support your lifestyle and preferences. Whether you're looking to simplify your life or need some extra support, our residences offer social connection, thoughtful services, and joyful living.

Seniors Apartments
Independent Living
Assisted Living
Memory Care

Seniors Apartments

Our senior apartments are ideal for older adults who live independently and want to right-size their lifestyle. This option is popular among those looking to simplify their day-to-day, connect with like-minded peers, and enjoy peace of mind knowing that additional support may be available on the same campus if their needs change in the future.

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Explore senior living in your province

Ontario
You have an abundance of choice in your next home if you’re searching for a retirement residence in Ontario, as Chartwell offers almost 72 retirement homes across the province. Click to find a residence in your desired neighbourhood.
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Quebec
With close to 38 homes in the province of Quebec, you’ll find the best retirement residence that suits your unique needs, preferences, and budget. Click to see all of Chartwell’s properties in La Belle Province
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Alberta
Located in the Calgary and Edmonton regions, Chartwell offers 11 retirement homes in Alberta. Our residences offer a variety of living and care options to meet your unique needs. Click to explore our retirement homes in the province.
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British Columbia
Chartwell has 20 retirement residences across British Columbia—from Vancouver and Surrey to Kamloops and Kelowna. Click to explore the many care and living options available in Chartwell’s retirement communities across the province.
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Senior Apartment Living

We so often hear, “why would I consider a retirement community if I don’t need care?” The answer is easy: because you may be ready to simplify your life by downsizing from a house that comes with accessibility challenges or burdensome chores like lawn care, shoveling, costly repairs, cleaning, and more. Or perhaps instead of a traditional condo or rental complex for all ages, you’d like to:

Live amongst a community of peers that feels safe and quiet
Enjoy optional opportunities for casual socialization
Participate in senior-focused fitness classes and events
Take advantage of great on-site amenities

There’s also peace of mind knowing staff and neighbours are around if and when you need them—both accessible at night, in the event of an emergency, or simply when you feel like being in the company of others.

These are just a few of the benefits of senior apartment living at Chartwell. A unique offering for independent older adults who value their freedom and do not require care, you can elect to receive services like:

Housekeeping
À la carte meals
Transportation services
And more depending on the Chartwell residence

Our rental apartments are available in a variety of sizes and layouts—from studios to two-bedrooms—and some of our retirement homes also have independent seniors’ townhomes on-site.

Another advantage of choosing senior apartment living at Chartwell? If your needs change in future, you’ll be able to opt into more services and care options in our retirement residence, delivered by the staff you already know and trust—thus avoiding the need for another big move in future.

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Independent Living

Who would be the right fit for independent living in a Chartwell retirement community? This living option truly has something for everyone, catering to a range of varying needs for seniors. If you would benefit from some additional support to lead you best retirement years, independent living offers many valuable services that can make your or a loved one’s life better. That’s because the lifestyle provides:

An engaging social life
Friendly staff support
A sense of personal safety and security

To begin, many of our independent living residents benefit from the following services as part of their rental packages:

Delicious daily meals for their convenience and nutritional needs
Freshly prepared snacks and hot beverages available throughout the day in on-site bistros or cafés
Housekeeping
Linen or laundry services to make life worry-free

Most retirement residences offer transportation services for appointments, or shuttle service for outings in their local community. Then there’s the enriching variety of optional activities, fitness classes, clubs, or events that provide opportunities to socialize, stay fit, express creativity, or simply be entertained. Perhaps most appreciated is the peace of mind that comes from having:

Access to staff 24/7
Call-bell systems or personal response pendants to get in touch with staff day or night
Security systems

Flexible care services available to independent living residents

In some provinces, independent living also means access to flexible, in-house care services that can be tailored to your individual lifestyle. Each retirement residence offers a distinct mix of available care services that you may be able to add or remove from your package, such as:

Medication management
Assistance with your morning or evening routine, like dressing or bathing
Oxygen services
Pharmacy services
Access to visiting professionals like doctors, physiotherapists, foot care clinics, and blood pressure clinics

This empowers you to customize a care plan that represents what the right level of support looks like for you, allowing you to comfortably age in place.

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Assisted Living

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If you or a loved one need significant daily assistance to lead each day in comfort and with the quality of life you deserve, our assisted living services may be the best fit for your lifestyle. Assisted living can look different from province to province regarding the level of care provided, as well as the accommodation found within a retirement residence. For example, some Chartwell residences have dedicated neighbourhoods or floors where assisted living residents can benefit from specialized dining, activities, and amenities. Regardless, assisted living services generally come as an all-inclusive package that can be customized or added to in order to reflect your or a loved one's unique needs, preferences, and abilities. Depending on the residence, your package may include:

Three delicious and nutritious meals a day
Housekeeping and laundry
Emergency response
Access to enriching activities and on-site amenities
A comprehensive list of care services geared to supporting moderate-to-high care needs and mobility challenges

Rest assured, our Care Managers will partner with you to create a personalized care plan specific to your lifestyle and will regularly review it with you to ensure we are safely meeting your health care needs, both now and in the future. As a result, you’ll experience peace of mind that our caring and trained staff are here to support you with whatever you need, allowing you to focus on the people and pursuits that bring you happiness.

Are there advantages to moving into a retirement residence that offers assisted living, even if you or a loved one aren’t at the stage of needing that much support? Yes—the benefit of choosing a retirement home offering a continuum of care is that as your needs evolve, you won’t have to relocate to a new residence in order to receive the care services that will help you feel your best each day.

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Memory Care

If you have recently been experiencing cognitive challenges or you have a loved one living with dementia—whether it be an aging parent, friend, or spouse—Chartwell’s memory care services can help you live a good day, every day, while supporting loved ones in your caregiving circle too.

We’re proud that we take a person-centred approach to memory care at Chartwell. What does that mean?

We see the person first, not the disease, focusing on the unique experience of each new resident as they navigate cognitive loss.
We support this philosophy by training our memory care staff on what it feels like to live with dementia, including how to better communicate with and understand the personal expressions of our residents.
Staff spend time learning the personal history of new residents, their likes and dislikes, and what brings them joy and purpose, forging trusted connections that help residents feel more comfortable and at ease.

In addition, seniors who choose one of our secure assisted living neighbourhoods to call home also benefit from:

High staff-to-resident ratios
Specialized dining and activities
Housekeeping and room refreshes
Laundry
A range of valuable memory care services like assistance with daily routines, cueing assistance, an escort to meals and activities, medication management, and much more

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Chartwell’s Memory Living Program

Some of our retirement residences also offer dedicated Memory Living neighbourhoods that have been specially designed to elevate the experience of our residents living with dementia. Unique features of the program include:

Secure and interactive environments with 24-hour supervision
Access to secure outdoor space
Flexible daily routines that balance structure with spontaneity
Dedicated Memory Living Managers and Social Workers who support the families of residents living with cognitive challenges

Click on your province of residence above to discover if our Memory Living program is available at a Chartwell retirement community near you.

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Your Guide to Navigating Your Senior Living Journey

Choosing a retirement residence is a meaningful decision, and it’s natural to have questions—like which communities to explore, what to look for during a tour, and how to confidently make your choice. That’s where our Let’s Get Started Guide comes in. Packed with expert tips and practical insights, it’s designed to help you navigate your retirement living journey with clarity and peace of mind.

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Questions About Senior Living? We Have Answers!

Researching senior living options for yourself or a loved one? Check out our FAQ section for answers to some of the most common questions from seniors and their loved ones.

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Wondering if Senior Living Is the Right Next Step?

Start with our quick, confidential assessment—Am I Ready for Retirement Living?—to better understand your needs and explore which senior living options may be the best fit. It’s a simple way to gain clarity and take the first step toward greater peace of mind.

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Senior Living Options at Chartwell

Seniors Apartments

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Explore senior living in your province

Ontario

Quebec

Alberta

British Columbia

Senior Apartment Living

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Independent Living

Flexible care services available to independent living residents

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Assisted Living

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Memory Care

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Chartwell’s Memory Living Program

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Your Guide to Navigating Your Senior Living Journey

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Questions About Senior Living? We Have Answers!

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Wondering if Senior Living Is the Right Next Step?

Seniors Apartments

Senior Apartment Living

Independent Living

Flexible care services available to independent living residents

Assisted Living

Memory Care

Chartwell’s Memory Living Program

Your Guide to Navigating Your Senior Living Journey

Questions About Senior Living? We Have Answers!