How much does memory care cost in Canada?

Memory care usually costs more than standard assisted living because of the secure setting and specialized staffing. The monthly cost depends on the city and care level; see our memory care cost guide for typical ranges.

What is the difference between memory care and assisted living?

Memory care is assisted living built specifically for dementia: a secure environment, dementia-trained staff, and routines designed to reduce confusion and agitation. Assisted living suits seniors who need daily help but not that specialized, secure support.

When is it time to consider memory care?

Common signs are wandering or getting lost, unsafe moments with the stove or medications, rising agitation, or an exhausted caregiver. If safety at home is slipping, it is worth touring a memory care community even before you feel ready.

Are memory care and dementia care the same thing?

In practice, yes. Memory care is the common name in Canada for residential dementia care, covering Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia in a secure, purpose-built setting with specially trained staff.

Secure, specialized support for dementia

Memory Care

Memory care provides secure environments and dementia-trained staff for seniors living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, with structured programming designed to reduce anxiety and support remaining abilities.

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Look for secured spaces, wander management, and low resident-to-staff ratios.

Costs are typically higher than standard assisted living due to specialized care.

Ask about staff dementia training and the daily activity program.

Memory care is specialized support for a parent living with Alzheimer's or another dementia: a secure setting so wandering is safe, staff trained specifically in dementia care, and a calm daily routine built around familiarity and dignity. These are tender, hard decisions, and you do not have to make them alone.

Good memory care shows in the hard moments, not the lobby: staff-to-resident ratios, how they respond to agitation, and whether the day is structured to reduce confusion. Read the memory care guide for what to look for, the cost breakdown to plan the money, then compare communities by city.

Typical cost in Canada

$5,000–$10,000 /mo (illustrative; local rates vary, so request a quote).

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Sunrise of Erin Mills

4046 Erin Mills Pkwy, Mississauga, ON L5L 2W7, Canada

Starting at

From $3,678/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.6(166 reviews)

“My family and I toured several retirement homes in the surounding area and we were very impressed with Sunrise Erin Mills. From the moment we arrrived, we were...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care

An assisted living and memory care community in Mississauga, Ontario, offering personalized senior living with care services… Read more

Sunrise of Richmond Hill

9800 Yonge St, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0P5, Canada

Starting at

From $5,563/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(89 reviews)

“Sunrise is an amazing retirement community where the staff and management genuinely care about every resident's happiness and health. They are also very...”

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Respite Care

A senior living community in Richmond Hill, Ontario offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Read more

Sunrise of Burlington

5401 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington, ON L7L 6S5, Canada

Starting at

From $5,350/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.5(88 reviews)

“Rebecca was the most kind hearted individual in the whole residence it warmed me every time i saw her and her kindness filled my heart. whenever i went to take...”

Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite Care

A senior living community in Burlington, Ontario offering assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays in a convenient… Read more

Chartwell Belvédères de Lachine résidence pour retraités

3000 Rue Notre Dame, Lachine, QC H8S 2H1, Canada, Montréal, Quebec

Starting at

From $1,963/mo

Chartwell Belvédères de Lachine résidence pour retraités

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.6(35 reviews)

“A great facility! Clean and full of activities! And a great Easter Brunch”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A retirement residence near Montreal's Lachine district offering independent living, assisted living, and memory… Read more

Chartwell Deerview Crossing Retirement Residence

460 Rymal Rd W, Hamilton, ON L9B 0B2, Canada

Starting at

$5,621–$5,621/mo

Chartwell Deerview Crossing Retirement Residence

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(78 reviews)

“We've been working with Chartwell for several years now and I have to say, the staff is extremely friendly and on top of maintaining the building! We handle...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Memory Care

A retirement residence in Hamilton's Mountain West neighbourhood offering independent living and memory care services.… Read more

Chartwell des Rivières résidence pour retraités

1260 Rte des Rivières, Lévis, QC G7A 0V3, Canada

Starting at

From $1,565/mo

Chartwell des Rivières résidence pour retraités

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.5(44 reviews)

“Très belle RPA, super expérience client Accueil chaleureux, personnel devoué et souriant Beau menu en salle a manger, diversifié et pour tout les goûts”

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care

Est une résidence pour retraités à Lévis, Québec, offrant des milieux de vie autonome, semi-autonome et une unité de soins… Read more

Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence

481 Reid St, Peterborough, ON K9H 7R9, Canada

Starting at

From $4,110/mo

Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.8(31 reviews)

“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...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A retirement residence in Peterborough located beside a peaceful creek, offering independent living, assisted living,… Read more

Chartwell Lakeshore Retirement Residence

5314 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington, ON L7L 6L8, Canada

Starting at

From $4,969/mo

Chartwell Lakeshore Retirement Residence

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.8(74 reviews)

“On behalf of my Bid Euchre PROBUS card group, thank you sincerely for your generosity in providing us with a complimentary playing room each month. Your...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A newly renovated retirement residence in Burlington, Ontario, located directly along Lake Ontario. It offers independent… Read more

Chartwell Queen's Square Retirement Residence

10 Melville St N, Cambridge, ON N1S 1H5, Canada

Starting at

From $3,591/mo

Chartwell Queen's Square Retirement Residence

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(111 reviews)

“My Mom is staying at Queen’s Square. Located in the historic picturesque downtown of (Galt) Cambridge. It is lovely, smaller retirement community, beautiful...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A boutique-style retirement residence in downtown Cambridge offering independent living with flexible care support… Read more

Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence

2160 Baronwood Dr, Oakville, ON L6M 0Y1, Canada

Starting at

From $5,365/mo

Chartwell Waterford Retirement Residence

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(92 reviews)

“Finding a retirement place for a loved one can be overwhelming but Katie Hourigan and Susan Gallagher helped us navigate the process with professionalism and...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living, Independent Living

A modern retirement residence in Oakville offering independent living and memory care in a contemporary boutique-style… Read more

Chartwell Wellington Park Retirement Residence

181 Janefield Ave, Guelph, ON N1G 1V2, Canada

Starting at

From $4,636/mo

Chartwell Wellington Park Retirement Residence

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.8(80 reviews)

“The Chartwell team, especially Katie Jager, were extremely welcoming, thorough and professional. From the original inquiry to the day my mother-in-law left...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

An established retirement residence in Guelph located in Priory Park, within walking distance of shopping, dining, and… Read more

Choice Homecare

223 Colonnade Rd S Ste 114, Ottawa, ON K2E 7K3, Canada

Starting at

$40–$80/hr

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(60 reviews)

“Our family will be forever grateful for the care provided by Choice Homecare to our elderly Mother through the last 6 months of her life. Choice Homecare took...”

Provides: Home Care, Respite Care, Palliative Care

A nurse-managed in-home care provider serving Ottawa and surrounding areas since 2011. They offer personalized home care for… Read more

Memory & Company | Respite Hotels & Premium Day Programs | Markham

Suite 110, 100 Renfrew Dr, Markham, ON L3R 9R6, Canada

Starting at

From $365/hr

Memory & Company | Respite Hotels & Premium Day Programs | Markham

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(40 reviews)

“Such a relief to find respite care on short notice. Mom was at the Markham Club for 3 days last summer and we were very happy with the tender loving care she...”

Provides: Respite Care, Memory Care

Markham Club offers memory care for individuals with memory loss, including premium day programs, short-term respite stays, and… Read more

Seasons Retirement Community in Cambridge

15 Fraser St, Cambridge, ON N1S 1P5, Canada

Starting at

$4,195–$6,695/mo

Seasons Retirement Community in Cambridge

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.9(37 reviews)

“I have recently toured Seasons Retirement home and was greeted with Erica whom is a very caring helpful person. She made my tour extra special by giving me all...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

Cambridge is a modern retirement community in Cambridge, Ontario, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in the… Read more

Seasons Retirement Community in Royal Oak Village

Royal Oak Village in, 2400 Sandwich W Pkwy, LaSalle, ON N9H 2S8, Canada

Starting at

$4,595–$6,995/mo

Seasons Retirement Community in Royal Oak Village

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.5(37 reviews)

“Sincere Appreciation to the entire staff at Season's Royal Oak Village Retirement Home. I've just completed my placement there and it was such an amazing time....”

Provides: Retirement Home, Memory Care, Independent Living

Royal Oak Village is a retirement community in LaSalle, Ontario, offering independent living, supportive care services, and secure memory… Read more

Sunrise of Aurora

3 Golf Links Dr, Aurora, ON L4G 7Y4, Canada

Starting at

From $4,864/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.8(93 reviews)

“I review as a visitor. We have visted many times as part of a group. You can tell that the residents are happy and well cared for. Thebstagf is warm and caring...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care

An assisted living and memory care community located in Aurora, Ontario, overlooking a golf course in the Toronto suburbs. Read more

Sunrise of Oakville

456 Trafalgar Rd, Oakville, ON L6J 7X1, Canada

Starting at

From $5,533/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(94 reviews)

“I have had the pleasure of visiting Residents at Sunrise Retirement/Oakville over many years.First, with our group from St. Andrew's and now to see friends who...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays in Oakville, Ontario. The community features personalized care from… Read more

Sunrise of Thornhill

484 Steeles Ave W, Vaughan, ON L4J 0C7, Canada

Starting at

From $4,410/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.6(86 reviews)

“I recently visited Sunrise of Thornhill as a musical entertainer, and it was such a wonderful experience! The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. Staffs were...”

Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A senior living community in Thornhill, Ontario offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term… Read more

Sunrise of Windsor

5065 Riverside Dr E, Windsor, ON N8Y 5B3, Canada

Starting at

From $4,317/mo

71/ 100

Good confidence

4.6(77 reviews)

“Sunrise is absolutely stunning inside and out. The staff are so pleasant as well as the occupants of the home. So clean and comfortable with the best care for...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Assisted Living, Memory Care

An assisted living and memory care community in Windsor, Ontario, offering personalized care and services to seniors in a… Read more

Chartwell Emerald Hills Retirement Residence

6101 Eton Blvd, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2R8, Canada

Starting at

From $4,352/mo

Chartwell Emerald Hills Retirement Residence

66/ 100

Good confidence

4.7(79 reviews)

“The staff here are amazing. The maintenance team and Thomas is always busy making sure everything get done and everything is cleaned. Rejoice at reception is...”

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A retirement residence in Sherwood Park, Alberta, offering independent living, assisted living, private supportive living,… Read more

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Memory Care: frequently asked questions

How much does memory care cost in Canada?: Memory care usually costs more than standard assisted living because of the secure setting and specialized staffing. The monthly cost depends on the city and care level; see our memory care cost guide for typical ranges.
What is the difference between memory care and assisted living?: Memory care is assisted living built specifically for dementia: a secure environment, dementia-trained staff, and routines designed to reduce confusion and agitation. Assisted living suits seniors who need daily help but not that specialized, secure support.
When is it time to consider memory care?: Common signs are wandering or getting lost, unsafe moments with the stove or medications, rising agitation, or an exhausted caregiver. If safety at home is slipping, it is worth touring a memory care community even before you feel ready.
Are memory care and dementia care the same thing?: In practice, yes. Memory care is the common name in Canada for residential dementia care, covering Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia in a secure, purpose-built setting with specially trained staff.

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