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Senior Living & Care in Kingston

Kingston has 36 senior care providers on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.3 stars across 554 resident reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Loyal Maple Homecare Services INC, Chartwell Conservatory Pond Retirement Residence and Normandy Retirement Living.

A historic city on Lake Ontario with well-established retirement residences and a strong roster of elder law and financial planning professionals.

Below you will find every provider ranked by Confidence Score, the care types available locally, real resident reviews, what families pay and how to fund it, and local guidance, so you can compare with clarity and reach out when you are ready. Updated November 2026.

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Types of senior care in Kingston

Kingston families have 8 types of senior care to weigh. Pick a care type to compare local options, each with a Confidence Score, rating, and reviews.

All senior care in Kingston

4.3 average rating554 Google reviewsacross 36 providers
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Aspira Rosewood Retirement Living (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ONLicensed by RHRA

A retirement home in Kingston, Ontario, offering independent living and respite care in a residential…

Pet friendlyPet friendlyWi-FiWi-FiFitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningTransportationTransportation

Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo

Loyal Maple Homecare Services INC (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ON

A home care option in Kingston, Ontario.

24-hour and live-in care24-hour and live-in careDementia careDementia carePalliative carePalliative carePersonal carePersonal careMeal preparationMeal preparation

From $37/hrConfirmed by the operator

Chartwell Conservatory Pond Retirement Residence (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ONLicensed by RHRA

A retirement home in Kingston, Ontario, offering independent living with personalized care support, serene pond views,…

Pet friendlyPet friendlyFitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningGardensGardensLibraryLibrary

From $3,971/mo

Normandy Retirement Living (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ONLicensed by RHRA

A new retirement residence in Kingston offering multiple levels of care, programs, and dining experiences for seniors.

Fitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningSalonSalonPool or spaPool or spa

Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo

Trillium Retirement Living (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ONLicensed by RHRA

A pet-friendly community in Kingston's west end offering independent living and respite care options for seniors.

Pet friendlyPet friendlyWi-FiWi-FiFitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningTransportationTransportation

Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo

Venvi St. Lawrence Place (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ONLicensed by RHRA

A waterfront retirement residence in Kingston offering independent living with personalized services and downtown…

Pet friendlyPet friendlyDiningDiningSalonSalonGardensGardensLibraryLibrary

Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo

Cataraqui Heights Retirement Residence (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ONLicensed by RHRA

A retirement home in Kingston, Ontario, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and senior apartments on a…

Pet friendlyPet friendlyWheelchair accessibleWheelchair accessibleFitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningSalonSalon

Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo

Home Instead Home Care Services of Kingston (opens in a new tab)

Kingston, ON

In-home senior care services including mobility assistance, memory care, and help with everyday…

24-hour and live-in care24-hour and live-in careDementia careDementia carePersonal carePersonal careCompanionshipCompanionshipMeal preparationMeal preparation

Typical in Ontario$24–$150/hr

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Legal and financial help in Kingston

Home safety and mobility in Kingston

How much does senior care cost in Kingston?

Costs vary by care type and provider. Retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay, while long-term care is publicly funded and income-tested. Contact providers below for current rates.

Care typeTypical costKingston range
Home Care$30–$50 /hrBy quote
Retirement Homes$2,500–$6,500 /moBy quote
Assisted Living$3,000–$8,000 /moBy quote
Memory Care$5,000–$10,000 /moBy quote
Independent Living$1,500–$5,000 /moBy quote
Long-Term Care$2,000–$3,000 income-tested /moBy quote
Respite Care$150–$400 /dayBy quote
Palliative CareOften funded; variesBy quote

Typical costs are illustrative Canadian ranges; long-term care is income-tested and home care is billed hourly. Kingston range reflects providers that share a starting rate with us. Request quotes for exact pricing.

Government pensions form the floor: the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, and the income-tested Guaranteed Income Supplement. Ontario seniors benefits and Veterans Affairs Canada may offset part of the cost.

Ontario retirement homes are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA); long-term care is publicly funded and income-tested through Ontario Health atHome, while retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay.

Seniors' centres and community support in Kingston

Free local help for older adults and caregivers in Kingston: dementia support, seniors' programs and places to stay active and connected.

Government resources for seniors in Kingston

The official places to start, from your city to Ottawa. Each opens the government's own page in a new tab, so you always get the current rules and how to apply.

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Government of Canada

Languages spoken by Kingston providers

6 of the 36 Kingston providers offer care in a language other than English, drawn from what each one publishes. A good starting point if a parent is most comfortable in their first language.

  • French6

What families are saying about senior care in Kingston

A 4.3 star average across 554 Google reviews of 32 Kingston providers. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.

“When it came time for my parents to move out of the house I was born in, I searched all over Kingston to find them a new place to call home. From the moment I walked into the Kingsdale Chateau, I could tell it's a caring and welcoming...”
Sarah Lynch on Kingsdale Chateau
“My grandma had to move from a previous retirement home from Ottawa. I am impressed on how well maintained the home is. The meal is very good as well. I do stay for supper with her when I go and visit. Although on a wait list for long term...”
Kaitlin Tropper on Chartwell Conservatory Pond Retirement Residence
“Usually come up from Nova Scotia twice a year and it is always a wonderful experience. The staff are always very kind to us and welcoming. I know my mom is in good hands. ❤️”
patsy wilson on Extendicare Arbour Heights Long-Term Care Home
“I have nothing by wonderful things to say about this retirement community! My mother is not the easiest person to find a retirement home for and usually leaves the premises immediately. We have tried many other homes in kingston and every...”
Janice Lewis on Kingsbridge Retirement Community
“I would love to share my experiences at the Waterford and Windsong memory unit. After viewing a number of memory care facilities, Windsong was the only place that made me feel warm and inviting. The initial tour of Waterford and subsequent...”
Carla Andolfatto on Aspira Waterford Kingston Retirement Living
“I only had the chance to work at Royale Place for a few months, but it truly was an incredible experience. The team members are some of the kindest people you will ever meet, always prioritizing the happiness of residents. The management...”
Virginie Lévesque on Aspira Royale Place Retirement Living

Services and amenities in Kingston

What Kingston providers actually offer, drawn from the details each one publishes.

Most common amenities

Share of the 16 providers that publish amenities.

  • Dining room56%
  • Theatre38%
  • WiFi38%
  • Hair salon31%
  • Library31%
  • Parking25%
  • Transportation25%
  • Billiard room19%
  • Gym19%
  • Bistro13%

Most common care services

Share of the 31 providers that publish services.

  • Medication management26%
  • Personal care23%
  • Companionship13%
  • Meal preparation13%
  • Palliative care13%
  • Dementia care10%
  • Housekeeping10%
  • Nursing care10%
  • Wound care10%
  • 24-hour care6%

Our methodology

554

Google reviews

Star ratings and written reviews come straight from Google, from real residents and families across these 32 Kingston providers, never written by us.

100-point

SCP Confidence Score

Our own 11-signal trust rating, recomputed as listings are verified and updated, decides the order in every list on this page.

How Kingston providers are rated

Google star ratings across 32 providers.

  • 4.5 and up18
  • 4.0 to 4.48
  • 3.5 to 3.93
  • Under 3.53

Confidence Score range

How the 36 Kingston providers fall across our trust tiers.

  • High0 communities
  • Good5 communities
  • Developing26 communities
  • Limited5 communities

Frequently asked questions

How many senior care providers are there in Kingston?

Senior Care Path lists 36 senior care providers in Kingston, Ontario, across 8 care types (20 home care, 10 retirement homes, 5 assisted living), each with a Confidence Score, Google rating, and verified contact details.

How much does senior care cost in Kingston?

Costs vary by care type and provider. Retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay, while long-term care is publicly funded and income-tested. Ontario retirement homes are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA); long-term care is publicly funded and income-tested through Ontario Health atHome, while retirement and assisted living are mostly private-pay.

How are Kingston providers ranked?

By our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from real signals like reviews, pricing transparency, documented services, and verification. The strongest, most complete listings rise to the top.

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