Senior Care Path tracks 5 assisted living communities in Richmond, updated October 2026. Few publish a rate online, but across British Columbia published rates for assisted living communities typically fall in the $1,900–$8,600 per month range, so use the listings below to ask each one for a current quote. The average Google rating is 4.7/5 across 118 resident reviews, and we rank them by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.
Source: Senior Care Path first-party listing data, updated October 2026. How we score and rank · How much does assisted living cost in Canada?.
Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest communities in Richmond right now are Wisteria Place by Optima Living, Courtyard Gardens Retirement Residence and Maple Residences The.
Assisted living in Richmond tends to cluster around the city centre and the neighbourhoods near Richmond Hospital, with quieter residences spread across the flat, walkable island toward Steveston. For many families here, that central location matters, keeping a parent close to familiar shops, transit, and medical care. Vancouver Coastal Health arranges publicly subsidized spots, while private-pay residences round out the choices. In Richmond, 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 October 2026.
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By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed October 2026
The 5 highest-rated assisted living communities in Richmond on our SCP Confidence Score, as of October 2026. Tap a name to jump to its card below. No listing can pay for a place on this list.
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Richmond, BC4388 Garry St, Richmond, BC V7E 2V2
4.9(34 reviews)
An independent seniors living community in Steveston, Richmond, BC. Built in 2020, it offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom…
FromFrom $3,375/mo
Richmond, BC7051 Moffatt Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 3Y6BC registered assisted living
4.5(25 reviews)
A retirement residence in Richmond offering independent living, independent supportive living, assisted living, long-term care,…
Typical in British Columbia$2,875–$12,500/mo
Richmond, BC4071 Chatham St, Richmond, BC V7E 2Z7
4.5(44 reviews)
The Maple Residences is an independent living community for seniors located in Steveston, Richmond, BC. The facility offers spacious suites with…
Typical in British Columbia$1,900–$8,600/mo
Richmond, BC9580 Williams Rd, Richmond, BC V7A 1H2
4.8(14 reviews)
A long-term care facility in Richmond with 199 funded beds serving residents across 14 distinct neighbourhoods. The facility was…
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Richmond, BC7671 Alderbridge Wy, Richmond, BC V6X 1Z9
5.0(1 review)
Part of Vancouver Coastal Health and provides a range of home and community care services including nursing, home…
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Richmond sits between Vancouver and the South Fraser communities, and that geography shapes assisted living here more than many families expect. Most options are spread across the city's denser western and central neighbourhoods, with several residences close to public transit and within reasonable distance of Richmond Hospital, the community's main acute-care facility. Vancouver General Hospital is also accessible for families whose parents may need specialist follow-up. Because Richmond is a large, walkable city with a significant multilingual population, many residences here offer Cantonese- and Mandarin-speaking staff, which can be a genuine comfort factor worth asking about directly.
Assisted living in British Columbia is regulated under the Community Care and Assisted Living Act, and Vancouver Coastal Health is the regional health authority that oversees public access to subsidized placements in Richmond. Publicly subsidized assisted living is arranged through that health authority based on a care assessment and income review. Wait times for subsidized spots can be meaningful, so if your parent may qualify, it is worth starting that conversation with Vancouver Coastal Health sooner rather than later, even while you're still exploring private-pay options. Private residences are also widely available and can often offer a faster move-in timeline.
When comparing residences, care level is the factor families most often underestimate. Assisted living sits between a retirement home and a long-term care facility: it includes personal care and medication support, but it is not a nursing home. If your parent's needs are modest and they value independence, a retirement home in Richmond may actually be the better fit. If needs are higher and more complex, long-term care is the honest conversation to have early. Our advisors have found that families who anchor their search to current care needs, rather than what they hope stays stable, tend to be happiest with their choice six months in.
Once you've settled on care level, prioritize location relative to family visitors. Richmond's size means the distance between a residence in the Steveston area and one near the city centre is a real consideration for how often you can realistically drop in. Look at suite configuration, dining culture, and how the residence handles transitions if care needs increase. Tour more than one residence, visit at different times of day, and trust what the common areas feel like on a Tuesday afternoon as much as what they look like on a scheduled tour.
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 5 assisted living.
How the 5 Richmond assisted living fall across our trust tiers.
Few Richmond assisted living publish a rate online, but across British Columbia published rates for assisted living communities typically fall in the $1,900–$8,600 per month range. Call any community below for a current, itemised quote, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.
Most assisted living in British Columbia 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 canada?.
In British Columbia, publicly subsidized assisted living placements are arranged through Vancouver Coastal Health and priced on an income-tested basis, while private-pay residences set their own monthly rates based on care level and suite type. Seniors receiving Old Age Security (OAS) or the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) may also qualify for additional income-tested supports that can affect affordability.
A 4.7 star average across 118 Google reviews of 5 assisted living. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“My mom is living here. It's clean with good food and very nice staff”
“Great experience speaking with Prabh at Wisteria Place. She was friendly, professional, and took the time to answer all of my questions. Beautiful community, great staff, and a welcoming atmosphere. Wisteria Place is fortunate to have her...”
“The facility and staff are fantastic. My in-laws have been there a year now and couldn't be happier. Their apartment was freshly painted, new carpet/flooring, fixtures and super clean upon occupancy. Gourmet meals daily, exercise programs,...”
“I wish I got my mother in this place. The staff I did meet people. Nice, patient and just the kind of people that you want around your elderly parent”
“Excellent service quality; the sales staff here can help you find the parts you need.”
What Richmond 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.
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Too few assisted living communities in Richmond publish a rate to give a city figure, but across British Columbia published starting rates run roughly $1,900 to $8,600 per month, depending on suite size and the level of care needed. Ask each community for an all-in quote.
Assisted living includes scheduled personal care support and medication management as part of the package. Retirement homes in Richmond are better suited to seniors who are largely independent and mainly want companionship and meals. If personal care is a current need, assisted living is the more appropriate starting point.
Yes. Publicly subsidized assisted living is arranged through Vancouver Coastal Health, based on a care needs assessment and an income review. Privately funded spots are also available and typically have shorter wait times. Starting the health authority assessment early is wise even if you're also considering private options.
Contact residences directly using the phone numbers in our listings. Most Richmond residences accommodate scheduled tours on weekdays, and many welcome drop-in visits. Calling ahead lets you ask about current suite availability, move-in timelines, and any waitlist process in one conversation.
Home care in Richmond, partly subsidized through Vancouver Coastal Health based on assessed need and income, can be a strong option when needs are limited and your parent is settled at home. Assisted living becomes the better choice when daily personal care, medication oversight, or safety monitoring is needed consistently.
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