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assisted living compared
4.4★
average Google rating
1
rated 4.5 stars or higher
268
verified resident reviews
As of September 2026, Senior Care Path compares 4 assisted living facilities in Markham. They're ranked by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, and no listing can pay for its place. See the top 10
Rated 4.4 on average across 268 Google reviews
Markham, ON7700 Bayview Ave, Thornhill, ON L3T 5W1Licensed by RHRA
4.9(34 reviews)
A luxury retirement home set on six acres in Thornhill, Markham, Ontario, offering independent and assisted living with spacious studio,…
Typical in Ontario$3,050–$7,195/mo
Markham, ON38 Swansea Rd, Unionville, ON L3R 5K2Licensed by RHRA
4.3(84 reviews)
A retirement home in Markham offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays in a quiet neighbourhood near…
From $5,989/mo
Markham, ON6360 16th Ave, Markham, ON L3P 7Y6Licensed by RHRA
4.3(67 reviews)
A retirement residence in Markham, Ontario, located at the south end of Swan Lake. It offers independent living, assisted living,…
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Markham, ON34 Main St Unionville, Markham, ON L3R 4Z8Licensed by RHRA
4.3(83 reviews)
A premium retirement home in Markham offering independent living, assisted living, memory care and respite care with on-site…
Typical in Ontario$3,050–$7,195/mo
These aren't in Markham, but they're a short drive away and families here often consider them too.
Toronto · 7 km from Markham
Toronto, ON1955 Steeles Ave E, North York, ON M2H 3P1Licensed by RHRA
4.9(142 reviews)
A smaller retirement residence in North York's Leslie-Steeles area, offering independent living with care that can be added as…
From$3,861–$4,861/mo
Scarborough · 9 km from Markham
Scarborough, ON3760 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1T 3K9Licensed by RHRA
3.8(48 reviews)
Toronto's largest not-for-profit seniors community offering multiple levels of care. Founded in 1961, it provides retirement,…
Typical in Ontario$3,050–$7,195/mo
Richmond Hill · 9 km from Markham
Richmond Hill, ON980 Elgin Mills Rd E, Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1M4Licensed by RHRA
4.4(29 reviews)
An assisted living and independent living retirement community in Richmond Hill offering personalized care and memory care…
Typical in Ontario$3,050–$7,195/mo
Richmond Hill · 9 km from Markham
Richmond Hill, ON1000 Elgin Mills Rd E, Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1M4
4.3(16 reviews)
A one-storey retirement community in Richmond Hill offering independent and assisted living services. The community provides…
Typical in Ontario$3,050–$7,195/mo
Richmond Hill · 10 km from Markham
Richmond Hill, ON9800 Yonge St, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0P5Licensed by RHRA
4.9(90 reviews)
A senior living community in Richmond Hill, Ontario offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays.
From $5,563/mo
Richmond Hill · 11 km from Markham
Richmond Hill, ON80 Elgin Mills Rd E, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0L3Licensed by RHRA
4.4(43 reviews)
A retirement community in Richmond Hill offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite…
Typical in Ontario$3,050–$7,195/mo
Senior Care Path tracks 4 assisted living communities in Markham, updated September 2026. They average 4.4/5 across 268 resident reviews, and they are ranked by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.
4 of the 4 communities we list in Markham hold an active licence from the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), checked September 2026.
Source: Senior Care Path first-party listing data, updated September 2026. How we score and rank · How much does assisted living cost in Ontario?.
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Step 1 of 5Assisted living in Markham tends to cluster along the Highway 7 and Highway 404 corridors, with more options in Unionville, Markville, and Cornell near Markham Stouffville Hospital. Families like the mix of quiet residential settings and easy access to shops, transit, and medical care, so a parent stays close to the neighbourhoods they know. In Markham, assisted living are sometimes called assisted living facilities or supportive living.
By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed September 2026
Start with the care itself, not the building. Assisted living suits a parent who's mostly independent but needs a daily hand with things like medications, bathing, dressing, or meals. If your parent's needs are lighter, a retirement home or independent living may be a better and often more affordable fit; if memory loss is the main concern, look at memory care instead. Our advisors would rather see you match the care level honestly now than move a parent twice in a year.
In Ontario, retirement and assisted living residences are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), and these are mostly private-pay. Ask any home you tour about their RHRA licence, how they assess care needs, and what happens if your parent's needs increase over time. Home and community care in Markham is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, which is worth a call if you're weighing staying home a while longer against moving now.
Location matters more than families expect. Options near Markham Stouffville Hospital in the Cornell area make specialist visits and emergencies simpler, while Unionville and the Highway 7 corridor keep parents close to familiar shops, restaurants, and nearby bus routes for visiting family. Think about who visits most and how far they'll drive on a weeknight.
On availability, popular homes in Unionville and central Markham can carry waitlists, especially for larger suites, so it pays to tour early and get your name on lists before you're in a rush. Our honest take: don't pick a place solely because it has an opening this month. Prioritize the right care level and a location your family can actually visit, then let budget narrow the shortlist. Tour at least two or three, visit at a mealtime, and talk to staff and residents. The trade-off with waiting for the right home is patience, but a good fit your parent settles into is worth it.
A diverse city in York Region with a strong range of retirement and assisted living, plus multilingual home care that reflects Markham's many communities.
In Ontario, assisted living and retirement homes are largely private-pay, while publicly funded, income-tested long-term care and home care are arranged through Ontario Health atHome. Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) may help with a parent's monthly income.
A 4.4 star average across 268 Google reviews of 4 assisted living. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“I would like to acknowledge the faculty and staff from the kitchen to the front door to the personal support workers to the physiotherapists, the administration staff here at sunrise of Unionville ! Looking for temporary residency to rehab...”
“Four of us visited the Schwass Pub, located inside the Amica Unionville retirement residence, for dinner and came away with a very positive first impression. The building itself is bright, modern, and welcoming, which sets the tone nicely...”
“Can I live here too? We came as a group to meet some of the residents. The building is kept incredibly clean with a very considerate staff. Absolutely incredible.”
“My friend hosted a 100th birthday party for her mother yesterday. The staff were incredible in their efforts to ensure every aspect of the event was executed as planned. I work at a venue that specializes in such events and I’ve never seen...”
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Most Markham 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?.
In Ontario, assisted living and retirement homes are largely private-pay, while publicly funded, income-tested long-term care and home care are arranged through Ontario Health atHome. Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) may help with a parent's monthly income.
Private-pay rates vary by care level, suite size, and included services, so there's no single figure. Markham sits in a higher-cost part of the GTA. Compare the current listings on this page for real ranges, then call homes directly to confirm what's included for your parent's needs.
It's mostly about care level. Retirement homes suit fairly independent seniors wanting meals and social life. Assisted living adds daily personal support like help with medications, bathing, and dressing. Many Markham residences offer both, so ask how care scales as needs change.
Assisted living and retirement homes in Ontario are mostly private-pay. Publicly funded, income-tested long-term care and home care are arranged through Ontario Health atHome. Federal Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can help with monthly income if your parent qualifies.
Call the homes on this page directly to ask about openings, waitlists, and current pricing. Book in-person tours at two or three, ideally at a mealtime, and ask about their RHRA licence and care assessment before you decide.
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