Senior Care Path tracks 11 assisted living communities in Peterborough, updated September 2026. They average 4.3/5 across 300 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 Peterborough right now are Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence, Royal Gardens Retirement Residence and Princess Gardens Retirement Residence.
Looking into assisted living in Peterborough often starts close to home, with many options set near the downtown core and the quieter residential streets around Jackson Park and the Otonabee River. Families appreciate being a short drive from Peterborough Regional Health Centre, so a parent's specialists and hospital stay close by. Most residences here are private-pay retirement homes licensed provincially, and our advisors can help you weigh the choices. In Peterborough, 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 Peterborough 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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Peterborough, ON481 Reid St, Peterborough, ON K9H 7R9Licensed by RHRA
FromFrom $4,110/mo
4.8(32 reviews)
A retirement residence in Peterborough located beside a peaceful creek, offering independent living, assisted living,…
FromFrom $4,110/mo
Peterborough, ON1160 Clonsilla Ave, Peterborough, ON K9J 8P8Licensed by RHRA
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
4.8(52 reviews)
A retirement residence in Peterborough offering independent retirement, garden homes, assisted living (Enriched Care), and respite…
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
Peterborough, ON100 Charlotte St, Peterborough, ON K9J 7L4Licensed by RHRA
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
4.8(51 reviews)
A retirement community in Peterborough offering independent living, assisted living (Enriched Care), and short-term respite stays…
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
Peterborough, ON1500 Lansdowne St W, Peterborough, ON K9J 2A2Licensed by RHRA
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
4.5(35 reviews)
An established retirement home in Peterborough, located on 2 acres of landscaped gardens, serving seniors since…
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
Peterborough, ON2300 Denure Dr, Peterborough, ON K9K 2G3Licensed by RHRA
FromFrom $4,000/mo
4.4(25 reviews)
A retirement home located in Peterborough's West End offering 105 suites with independent and assisted living options, featuring…
FromFrom $4,000/mo
Peterborough, ON1039 Water St, Peterborough, ON K9H 3P5Licensed by RHRA
FromFrom $3,300/mo
3.6(22 reviews)
A retirement home in downtown Peterborough offering private suites with inclusive meals, activities, and support…
FromFrom $3,300/mo
Peterborough, ON1414 Sherbrooke St, Peterborough, ON K9J 0B1Licensed by RHRA
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
4.9(14 reviews)
A retirement residence in Peterborough, Ontario, offering independent retirement, garden homes, enriched care, and short-term…
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
Peterborough, ON307 Aylmer St N, Peterborough, ON K9J 7K5
Typical in Ontario$2,350–$6,295/mo
3.0(46 reviews)
Inc. is a local, family-owned Canadian company that develops and manages multiple senior-care communities in the Kawarthas region of Ontario,…
Typical in Ontario$2,350–$6,295/mo
Peterborough, ON294 Rink St Ste 203, Peterborough, ON K9J 2K2
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
4.7(15 reviews)
In-home care services for seniors, including personal support, dementia care, and specialized programs. Services…
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
Peterborough, ON775 Park St S, Peterborough, ON K9J 3T6
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5.0(1 review)
' Senior Citizens Residence is a 4-storey, 48-unit secure building in Peterborough offering apartments ideal for independent seniors.
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Peterborough is a mid-sized city, and that shapes what assisted living looks like here. The options are more concentrated than in a large metro, so availability in any given month can be tighter than families expect. Our strongest advice: start looking before the need feels urgent. A parent who is managing reasonably well today is your best negotiating position for getting into a community that fits, rather than the first one with a vacancy.
Most assisted living and retirement communities in Peterborough sit close to the city's core and the established residential neighbourhoods running north and south along the Otonabee River. Proximity to Peterborough Regional Health Centre matters to many families, especially when a parent has ongoing specialist appointments or a history of hospitalizations. Public transit and nearby bus routes serve much of the city, but the walkability of a specific building's neighbourhood is worth checking on your own tour, since it varies quite a bit from one community to the next.
All retirement and assisted living residences in Ontario, including those here in Peterborough, are licensed and overseen by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). Before you commit to any residence, look it up on the RHRA's public registry. This takes five minutes and tells you whether the home is in good standing and whether any compliance orders are on record. It is the single most important step families skip. If you are comparing a retirement home (which may offer fewer personal care services) with an assisted living setting (which typically provides more hands-on daily support), our Retirement Homes listings in Peterborough are worth reviewing side by side so you understand what each level actually includes.
When you are narrowing your list, prioritize care level first, then fit, then cost. A beautiful room in a community that cannot meet your parent's mobility or medication needs will not stay a good option for long. Ask each residence exactly which care services are included in the base rate and which carry additional charges, because that distinction drives the real monthly cost more than the suite size alone.
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 11 assisted living.
How the 11 Peterborough assisted living fall across our trust tiers.
Most Peterborough 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 is primarily private-pay; there is no direct provincial subsidy for retirement or assisted living residence fees. Seniors receiving Old Age Security or the Guaranteed Income Supplement may find those federal benefits help offset monthly costs, and Ontario Health atHome can arrange some publicly funded support services for eligible individuals.
A 4.3 star average across 300 Google reviews of 11 assisted living. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“My mother-in-law moved into this residence a few months ago, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience so far. The meals are wonderful, the staff are consistently caring and attentive, and the activities and entertainment are truly...”
“Eleven months ago today, my wife and I moved into Princess Gardens. Looking back on almost a year of life here, we are convinced that we made a very wise choice. Two weeks after our arrival Joan said she already felt “at home”, a sentiment...”
“I live here for almost 15 years and I absolutely love it , I am very surprised to see all those complaints for everything that was broken in my apartment. They fixed it right away. Highly recommend recommended.”
“My wife, Donna and I, both in our mid-eighties, moved into Applewood two months ago. The move was mainly precipitated by my declining health due to mobility and medical issues, but primarily to relieve Donna of the overwhelming extent of...”
“I just wanted to say that Jackson Creek Retirement Residence is an absolutely beautiful retirement home if your looking for a place for your loved one I highly recommend this home. We have just recently put my great grandmother in this...”
“The staff at Kawartha Heights Retirement Living, have gone above and beyond to help my mum. I am so thankful to have gone with my gut and chosen for my mum to stay there. Thank you to the whole team at KHRL you've made a positive impact on...”
What Peterborough 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 8 communities that publish amenities.
Share of the 8 communities that publish services.
Share of the 6 communities that list suite types.
Private-pay rates vary by care level, suite size, and the services included in the base package. Comparing the listings on this page gives you a useful range, but calling each residence directly is the only way to get an accurate quote for your parent's specific needs.
The terms overlap in Ontario. Retirement homes are RHRA-licensed and range from independent to higher-care settings. Assisted living typically means more hands-on daily support. Review our Peterborough Retirement Homes listings alongside these to see which care level matches your parent's situation.
Assisted living in Ontario is mostly private-pay. Ontario Health atHome can arrange publicly funded home and community care if your parent stays at home. Federal Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement may offset costs for lower-income seniors, but do not cover residence fees directly.
Contact each residence directly using the phone number or inquiry form on its listing page. Ask about current availability and request an in-person tour. Touring in person, rather than relying on photos, is the most reliable way to gauge staff warmth and daily atmosphere.
Waitlists vary by residence and care level, and can shift quickly. Because Peterborough has a smaller overall supply than larger Ontario cities, we recommend contacting multiple residences at once and getting on a waitlist early, even if a move is not imminent.
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