Senior Care Path tracks 13 assisted living communities in London, updated September 2026. They average 4.3/5 across 342 resident reviews, and they are ranked by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.
Source: Senior Care Path first-party listing data, updated September 2026. How we score and rank · How much does assisted living cost in Ontario?.
Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest communities in London right now are The Village of Glendale Crossing, The Manor Village London - Retirement Home and Amica London.
Assisted living in London tends to cluster in the leafy neighbourhoods around Byron and Oakridge to the west, along Wonderland and Fanshawe corridors, and closer to downtown near Victoria Hospital and London Health Sciences Centre. That mix means you can often find a suite close to your parent's doctors, familiar shops, and family. We're glad to help you weigh the areas that fit their routines. In London, assisted living are sometimes called assisted living facilities or supportive living.
Below you will find every community ranked by Confidence Score, real reviews, what families pay and how to fund it, the amenities and services to expect, and local guidance, so you can compare with clarity and reach out when you are ready. Updated September 2026.
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By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed September 2026
The 10 highest-rated assisted living communities in London on our SCP Confidence Score, as of September 2026. Tap a name to jump to its card below. No listing can pay for a place on this list.
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London, ON3030 Singleton Ave, London, ON N6L 0B6Licensed by RHRA
From$5,198–$7,601/mo
4.5(73 reviews)
A retirement community in London, Ontario offering a full continuum of care from independent apartments to…
From$5,198–$7,601/mo
London, ON230 Victoria St, London, ON N6A 2C2Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.6(50 reviews)
In London, Ontario is a retirement home offering independent living, assisted living, enhanced personal care, memory care, and…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON517 Fanshawe Park Rd W, London, ON N6G 0C1Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.5(35 reviews)
A retirement residence in northwest London offering premium senior living with flexible care services including independent living,…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON3050 Tillmann Road, London, ON N6P 0L8Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.7(29 reviews)
A retirement community in London, Ontario offering seniors apartments, independent living, and assisted living with modern amenities,…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON10 Grand Ave, London, ON N6C 1K9Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.5(24 reviews)
An elegant Victorian mansion-style retirement home located in Old South London, Ontario, offering 24-hour…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON364 Queens Ave, London, ON N6B 1X6
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
4.9(34 reviews)
Personalized home care services including companion care, personal care, nursing care, and…
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
London, ON1238 Oakcrossing Rd, London, ON N6H 0K2Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
3.0(22 reviews)
A retirement residence in London, Ontario, offering independent and assisted living options with spacious studios,…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON2175 Dalmagarry Rd, London, ON N6G 0Y7Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.7(18 reviews)
Retirement Residence is a luxury low-rise four-storey seniors housing community in northwest London, Ontario offering seniors apartments,…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON1951 Shore Rd, London, ON N6K 0K4Licensed by RHRA
FromFrom $3,225/mo
4.1(9 reviews)
A retirement community in London, Ontario, located in West 5, Canada's first solar-powered neighbourhood. It offers…
FromFrom $3,225/mo
London, ON151 York St #10, London, ON N6A 1A8
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
5.0(3 reviews)
Personalized in-home senior care across London and surrounding communities. Services include personal care,…
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
Showing 10 of 13 communities
London sits at the heart of southwestern Ontario, and its size means assisted living options are spread across a range of neighbourhoods, from established communities near the North End and Byron to newer developments closer to the south end. As you explore, it helps to think about which part of the city keeps your parent close to their familiar routines: their family doctor, their faith community, or the friends they've had for decades. Proximity to major hospitals, London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London both serve the region, can also matter if your parent has ongoing specialist appointments or a complex health history.
Ontario's retirement and assisted living sector is regulated by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). Any home that provides care services alongside accommodation must be licensed under the RHRA, which means it has met provincial standards for safety, staffing, and care delivery. Before you tour a home, it's worth confirming its RHRA licence status and asking to see its most recent inspection report, every licensed home is required to make this available to prospective residents. This is one of the most practical steps you can take to feel confident in your shortlist.
Unlike long-term care in Ontario, assisted living and retirement homes are largely private-pay, so monthly rates vary by suite size, the care package your parent needs, and the community's amenities. Comparing costs across listings is a useful starting point, but calling each community directly is the only way to understand exactly what a quoted rate includes. Ask specifically about what triggers a care-level review and whether the monthly fee can increase if your parent's needs change over time, this is one of the most common surprises families encounter.
London's transit connections and relatively compact geography make it easier than you might expect for family members to visit regularly, which research consistently shows improves outcomes for residents. If your parent values independence alongside support, it may also be worth exploring whether Home Care or a Retirement Home better fits their current needs, and if cognitive changes are a concern, our Memory Care listings in London are a natural next step. Take your time, bring your parent into the conversation wherever possible, and trust that the right fit is worth the search.
A welcoming mid-sized city with established retirement residences and excellent home care across Southwestern Ontario.
Assisted living in Ontario sits largely outside the publicly funded system, monthly rates are private-pay and reflect the level of care and suite chosen. Seniors with lower incomes may be eligible for federal Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), which can help offset costs; for publicly funded residential care, Ontario Health atHome manages referrals to the long-term care system.
We order every community by our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from the signals families tell us matter most:
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Our own 11-signal trust rating, recomputed as listings are verified and updated, decides the order above. It answers one question: can you trust this community?
Google star ratings across 13 assisted living.
How the 13 London assisted living fall across our trust tiers.
Most London assisted living share pricing on request, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed. Call any community below for a current quote.
Most assisted living in Ontario are private-pay, funded from a blend of pensions, retirement savings, and home equity. Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement for lower-income seniors. Provincial benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost. For a full breakdown, read our guide on how much does assisted living cost in ontario?.
Assisted living in Ontario sits largely outside the publicly funded system, monthly rates are private-pay and reflect the level of care and suite chosen. Seniors with lower incomes may be eligible for federal Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), which can help offset costs; for publicly funded residential care, Ontario Health atHome manages referrals to the long-term care system.
A 4.3 star average across 342 Google reviews of 13 assisted living. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“I cannot sing the praises of The Villages at Glendale enough. Two years ago my very active, healthy Mum fell and fractured her hip and injured her shoulder. The care and rehab post hospital fell on my father who was 83 at the time. (I live...”
“Our family are so happy with the care they provide for our mother. They are kind, supportive, helpful and they genuinely love taking care of her. We are so happy to have mom here and so is she. She adores every staff member at Manor...”
“I can honestly say, Amica London saved my life. When my father declined and needed to move to an Assisted Living floor within a Retirement Home, I tried the Assisted Living at another place that was new and promised they could care for my...”
“Linda is a blessing. She is attentive kind hardworking and has a heart of gold. We are so grateful for her.”
“Bloom London Retirement Community offers an elevated approach to retirement living. The interior spaces offer layered materials and thoughtfully curated finishes that create warmth, texture and visual interest throughout the public spaces....”
“Great A place staff is warm and welcoming. Alway going above and beyond. Highly recommed”
What London communities actually offer, drawn from the details each one publishes. A good way to see what is standard locally and what is a genuine differentiator.
Share of the 11 communities that publish amenities.
Share of the 12 communities that publish services.
Share of the 7 communities that list suite types.
Private-pay rates vary by suite size, care level, and community amenities. There is no single standard rate. Reviewing the listings on this page gives you a useful range, and calling communities directly is the best way to understand exactly what each monthly fee covers.
In Ontario the terms often overlap. Retirement homes licensed by the RHRA can offer light to moderate care supports, what many call 'assisted living.' The key is understanding the specific care services included. Browse our Retirement Homes listings in London to compare both options side by side.
Assisted living in Ontario is mostly private-pay. Publicly funded long-term care is a separate system managed through Ontario Health atHome. Federal income supports like Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can help offset costs for lower-income seniors.
Contact each community directly using the phone number or enquiry form on their listing page. Ask about current suite availability, typical wait times, and whether you can bring your parent for a visit, most communities welcome a guided walkthrough before any commitment is made.
Ask how care needs are assessed, what triggers a care-level change and how that affects monthly fees, staff-to-resident ratios on evenings and weekends, and how the community handles medical emergencies. Requesting the RHRA inspection report is also a smart, straightforward step.
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