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Best Memory Care in Barrie, ON

Barrie has 11 memory care on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.3 stars across 250 resident reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Amica Little Lake, Woodslake Home Care Ltd and Home Instead.

Memory care communities support people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias through secure layouts, dementia-trained staff, and structured, calming days.

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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11 communities

Amica Little Lake

Barrie, ON

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Amica Little Lake 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

4.5(109 reviews)

“Our Dad moved to Amica Little Lake in Barrie this year. He was on the Assisted Living floor. Unfortunately he passed away at the ripe old age of 95. We could...”

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Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

A retirement residence in Barrie overlooking Little Lake, offering premium senior living with a range of care options including… Read more

Home Instead

Barrie, ON

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Home Instead 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

4.8(24 reviews)

“I had two parents in the Waterford Retirement home. Home Instead was able to provide the amount of care Dad needed when he needed it. When my Dad ( who was an...”

Provides: Memory Care, Home Care, Palliative Care

In-home care services to seniors in Barrie, Ontario and surrounding areas. They offer personalized care including memory… Read more

Woodslake Home Care Ltd

Barrie, ON

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Woodslake Home Care Ltd 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

5.0(29 reviews)

“Ewa and her team are wonderful caregivers. They treated my father with dignity and respect. Ewa is personally invested in the quality of care that her PSWs...”

Provides: Home Care, Memory Care, Respite Care

In-home senior care services in Simcoe County, including companion care, personal care, memory care, and respite care.… Read more

Alzheimer Society of Simcoe County

Barrie, ON

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48/ 100

Developing confidence

4.8(5 reviews)

“My Mom just received her MP3 player as part of the music program. She is absolutely delighted, tapping her foot, singing along to her favorite songs.”

Provides: Memory Care

A memory care option in Barrie, Ontario. Read more

Aspira The Barrieview Retirement Living

Barrie, ON

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Aspira The Barrieview Retirement Living 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

3.7(28 reviews)

“Great place to live. Good costumer service, friendly staff. Fun activities for everyone!”

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Provides: Retirement Home, Memory Care, Independent Living

A retirement living community in Barrie, Ontario offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care… Read more

Comfort Keepers Home Care Barrie

Barrie, ON

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Comfort Keepers Home Care Barrie 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

4.5(17 reviews)

“* Professional, reliable, and caring service. * Comfort Keepers Home Care provides reliable and compassionate care. The team is respectful, professional, and...”

Provides: Home Care, Memory Care, Respite Care

In-home senior care services including personal care, companionship, and specialized support for seniors in… Read more

Odd Fellow & Rebekah Home

Barrie, ON

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48/ 100

Developing confidence

4.5(2 reviews)

“Amazing convalescent care! Amazing staff! Took such great care of my mom that she didn't want to leave!! (and the food is awesome as well!) Convalescent...”

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Provides: Memory Care, Long Term Care, Respite Care

IOOF Seniors Homes is a not-for-profit organization in Barrie, Ontario, serving over 100 years. It provides long-term care, convalescent care,… Read more

TrustWell Senior Care / Formerly Seniors for Seniors (Simcoe-Muskoka)

Barrie, ON

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TrustWell Senior Care / Formerly Seniors for Seniors (Simcoe-Muskoka)
48/ 100

Developing confidence

4.9(8 reviews)

“We have used TrustWell Senior Care for the past year to help my mother who doesn't drive. The lovely lady, Lee Ann who is my mom's driver takes her on errands...”

Provides: Memory Care, Home Care, Respite Care

In-home support services to seniors in Simcoe County and Muskoka. Formerly known as Seniors for Seniors, the… Read more

Independent Living Services Simcoe County

Barrie, ON

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Independent Living Services Simcoe County
36/ 100

Limited confidence

2.4(11 reviews)

Provides: Independent Living, Memory Care, Home Care

(ILS) supports seniors and adults with physical disabilities through in-home and community-based services in Simcoe… Read more

Owen Hill Care Community

Barrie, ON

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Owen Hill Care Community 4
36/ 100

Limited confidence

4.2(14 reviews)

“My mother moved in recently and she is very happy at Owen Hill. The staff is amazing, kind, compassionate, caring, patient, professional, pro-active, friendly...”

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Provides: Memory Care, Long Term Care, Palliative Care

Community is a long-term care home in Barrie with 53 residents offering 24/7 nursing and personal care with a person-centred Circle… Read more

Von Alzheimer Day Care Centre

Barrie, ON

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24/ 100

Limited confidence

4.3(3 reviews)

“Victoria order of nurses adult day program is a wonderful way for older and challenged people to have a safe and fun experience while receiving compassionate...”

Provides: Memory Care

A memory care option in Barrie, Ontario. Read more

How to choose memory care in Barrie

Barrie families comparing memory care have 11 options to weigh. Start with care level and budget, then shortlist by location, availability, and the services each community offers, and reach out directly to confirm openings and book a tour. Our guide to choosing memory care walks through what to look for.

Our methodology

How we rank the Barrie memory care above

We order every community by our SCP Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from the signals families tell us matter most:

  • A strong Google rating and a real volume of verified reviews
  • Transparent, published pricing
  • Documented care services and amenities
  • Confirmed contact details, licensing, and independent verification

Where our information comes from

250

Google reviews

Star ratings and written reviews come straight from Google, so the feedback is from real residents and families across these 11 communities, never written by us.

100-point

SCP Confidence Score

Our own 13-signal trust rating, recomputed as listings are verified and updated, decides the order above. It answers one question: can you trust this community?

How Barrie communities are rated

Google star ratings across 11 memory care.

  • 4.5 and up7
  • 4.0 to 4.42
  • 3.5 to 3.91
  • Under 3.51

Confidence Score range

How the 11 Barrie memory care fall across our trust tiers.

  • High0 communities
  • Good0 communities
  • Developing8 communities
  • Limited3 communities

Table of contents

  1. 01How to choose memory care in Barrie
  2. 02How much does memory care cost in Barrie?
  3. 03What families are saying about memory care
  4. 04Memory Care services and amenities
  5. 05Frequently asked questions

How much do memory care cost in Barrie?

Most Barrie memory care share pricing on request, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed. Call anycommunity below for a current quote.

Most memory care 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 memory care cost in canada?.

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.

What families are saying about memory care in Barrie

A 4.3 star average across 250 Google reviews of 11 memory care. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.

“Our Dad moved to Amica Little Lake in Barrie this year. He was on the Assisted Living floor. Unfortunately he passed away at the ripe old age of 95. We could not have asked for better care than was provided to him. The Nursing & PSW’s were...”
Cathy Previdsa on Amica Little Lake
“Ewa and her team are wonderful caregivers. They treated my father with dignity and respect. Ewa is personally invested in the quality of care that her PSWs provide, and it feels good to know that there is one person to contact with any...”
Lou Celli on Woodslake Home Care Ltd
“Great place to live. Good costumer service, friendly staff. Fun activities for everyone!”
Adriano Santos on Aspira The Barrieview Retirement Living
“I had two parents in the Waterford Retirement home. Home Instead was able to provide the amount of care Dad needed when he needed it. When my Dad ( who was an amputee) slowly got worse, Home Instead stepped up and made my life a lot...”
Kathryn Johnson on Home Instead
“* Professional, reliable, and caring service. * Comfort Keepers Home Care provides reliable and compassionate care. The team is respectful, professional, and attentive to clients’ needs. * Great service from Comfort Keepers Home Care....”
taiye oyelewu on Comfort Keepers Home Care Barrie
“My mother moved in recently and she is very happy at Owen Hill. The staff is amazing, kind, compassionate, caring, patient, professional, pro-active, friendly and very helpful. We are so happy knowing my mom is getting such great care. The...”
Fatima Joseph on Owen Hill Care Community

Memory Care services and amenities in Barrie

What Barrie 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.

Most common amenities

Share of the 4 communities that publish amenities.

  • Dining room50%
  • Hair salon50%
  • Library50%
  • Parking50%
  • 24/7 emergency response25%
  • Air-conditioning in common areas and all resident rooms25%
  • Auditorium25%
  • Billiards room25%
  • Bistro25%
  • Enclosed outdoor gardens25%

Most common care services

Share of the 9 communities that publish services.

  • Meal preparation56%
  • Medication management56%
  • Light housekeeping44%
  • Mobility assistance33%
  • Alzheimer's care22%
  • Companionship22%
  • Dementia care22%
  • Medication reminders22%
  • Personal care22%
  • 24-hour care11%

Suite types offered

Share of the 3 communities that list suite types.

  • One bedroom67%
  • Two bedroom67%
  • Private room33%
  • Shared suite33%
  • Studio33%

Frequently asked questions

How much do memory care cost in Barrie?
Pricing for memory care in Barrie varies by provider and care level, so contact each community directly for current rates.
How many memory care are there in Barrie?
Senior Care Path lists 11 memory care in Barrie, Ontario, each with a Confidence Score, reviews, and verified contact details so you can compare and reach out directly.
How are the memory care ranked?
By our Confidence Score, a 100-point rating built from real signals like reviews, pricing transparency, documented services and amenities, and verification. The strongest, most complete listings rise to the top.
How do I arrange a tour or check availability?
Use the Request info button on any listing to reach an advisor and the community, or open a profile for hours, amenities, and details before booking a tour.

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