Senior Care Path tracks 13 memory care communities in London, updated September 2026. They average 4.6/5 across 368 resident reviews, and they are ranked by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.
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Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest communities in London right now are The Village of Glendale Crossing, The Manor Village London - Retirement Home and Highview Residences London.
Looking into memory care in London means weighing homes across a spread-out city, from the quieter north end near Masonville to established neighbourhoods closer to Victoria Hospital and University Hospital. Many secure memory care residences cluster along the north and northwest, within reach of specialist care and family visits. We'll help you sort what fits your parent, and where. In London, memory care are also called dementia care or Alzheimer's care.
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 memory care communities in London 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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London, ON3030 Singleton Ave, London, ON N6L 0B6Licensed by RHRA
From$5,198–$7,601/mo
4.5(73 reviews)
A retirement community in London, Ontario offering a full continuum of care from independent apartments to…
From$5,198–$7,601/mo
London, ON230 Victoria St, London, ON N6A 2C2Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.6(50 reviews)
In London, Ontario is a retirement home offering independent living, assisted living, enhanced personal care, memory care, and…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON35 &, 41 Capulet Walk, London, ON N6H 5V4Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.6(30 reviews)
A small, secure dementia care home in London's West End comprising two houses (Franklin House and Chapin House) with…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON10 Grand Ave, London, ON N6C 1K9Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.5(24 reviews)
An elegant Victorian mansion-style retirement home located in Old South London, Ontario, offering 24-hour…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON120 Chelton Rd, London, ON N6M 0C9Licensed by RHRA
FromFrom $5,750/mo
5.0(6 reviews)
A private memory care community in London, Ontario specialising in compassionate care for individuals living with Alzheimer's and…
FromFrom $5,750/mo
London, ON1200 Highbury Ave N, London, ON N5Y 1A7
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
4.9(107 reviews)
In-home senior care services in London, Ontario, offering personalized support to help older adults age safely at home.…
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
London, ON2175 Dalmagarry Rd, London, ON N6G 0Y7Licensed by RHRA
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
4.7(18 reviews)
Retirement Residence is a luxury low-rise four-storey seniors housing community in northwest London, Ontario offering seniors apartments,…
Typical in London$3,090–$7,601/mo
London, ON341 Talbot St, London, ON N6A 2R5
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
5.0(5 reviews)
In-home senior care, hospital companion services, and nursing home companion support in London, Ontario.
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
London, ON743 Wellington Rd, London, ON N6C 4R4
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
5.0(4 reviews)
In-home care services including nursing support, personal care, and specialized assistance for seniors in London, Ontario and…
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
London, ON151 York St #10, London, ON N6A 1A8
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
5.0(3 reviews)
Personalized in-home senior care across London and surrounding communities. Services include personal care,…
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
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Looking for the best-rated agencies for a specific need? These editorial rankings shortlist the top London agencies by specialty, scored on verified reviews and our SCP Confidence Score.
London sits at the heart of southwestern Ontario, and its memory care landscape reflects a mid-sized city with genuine depth, a mix of purpose-built memory care suites, secured wings within larger retirement communities, and assisted living residences that offer dementia-focused programming. Options tend to cluster around the city's north and east ends, where many larger retirement and long-term care campuses have grown up near established residential neighbourhoods. If keeping your parent close to family in areas like Masonville, Byron, or Old South matters, it's worth asking individual communities exactly which part of the city they serve most comfortably for family visits.
Proximity to healthcare is a meaningful consideration here. London is home to London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), one of Ontario's largest academic health networks, as well as St. Joseph's Health Care London, both of which provide specialist geriatric and neurology services. A memory care residence with close ties to these systems, or straightforward access via public transit for visiting family, can make a real practical difference as your parent's needs evolve. Ask whether a community has an established relationship with a geriatrician or visiting physician.
Understanding how care is regulated helps you ask sharper questions. Retirement homes offering memory care in London are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), which sets standards for staffing, resident rights, and care plans. You can look up any RHRA-licensed home's inspection history before you tour. Long-term care homes operate under a separate provincial framework and are accessed through Ontario Health atHome, which manages waitlists and assessments, these placements are publicly funded. If your parent may eventually need a higher level of nursing care, ask the residences you're considering how they support transitions, and connect early with Ontario Health atHome to understand the long-term care pathway.
When weighing your shortlist, focus on four things in roughly this order: the quality and consistency of dementia-trained staff, the physical security and sensory design of the memory unit, monthly private-pay rates relative to your family's budget (they vary meaningfully by suite size and care level), and realistic availability. Waitlists for the most sought-after communities in London can stretch longer than families expect, so beginning your search before a crisis point, even while exploring Home Care or Assisted Living as interim steps, gives you far more choice and far less stress.
A welcoming mid-sized city with established retirement residences and excellent home care across Southwestern Ontario.
Most memory care residences in London operate on a private-pay basis, with monthly fees that vary by suite type and the level of dementia care required. Publicly funded long-term care, a separate, more clinically intensive option, is income-tested and accessed through an assessment with Ontario Health atHome.
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 13 memory care.
How the 13 London memory care fall across our trust tiers.
Most London memory care 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 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?.
Most memory care residences in London operate on a private-pay basis, with monthly fees that vary by suite type and the level of dementia care required. Publicly funded long-term care, a separate, more clinically intensive option, is income-tested and accessed through an assessment with Ontario Health atHome.
A 4.6 star average across 368 Google reviews of 13 memory care. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“We hired Home Instead to take care of my 90 year older mother-in-law. She needed some assistance with cooking, bathing and basic wellness checks. They paired her with caregiver Lou Ann who has helped tremendously with her care. My...”
“I cannot sing the praises of The Villages at Glendale enough. Two years ago my very active, healthy Mum fell and fractured her hip and injured her shoulder. The care and rehab post hospital fell on my father who was 83 at the time. (I live...”
“Our family are so happy with the care they provide for our mother. They are kind, supportive, helpful and they genuinely love taking care of her. We are so happy to have mom here and so is she. She adores every staff member at Manor...”
“I cannot say enough great things about the care and support my father has received at Highview. The entire staff have been incredibly attentive and supportive of his needs, and have gone out of their way to make sure he is comfortable....”
“Great A place staff is warm and welcoming. Alway going above and beyond. Highly recommed”
“My father was transferred to McGarrell Place in late November 2024 and passed away in Jan, 2025. He was in his late 90's and suffering from Vascular Dementia. Dad struggled through his time at McGarrell Place, as he was often restless and...”
What London 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 7 communities that publish amenities.
Share of the 11 communities that publish services.
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Whether your parent moves to memory care or stays home, the local Alzheimer Society offers free education, support groups and counselling for families in London.
Dementia support
Alzheimer Outreach Svc
2022 Kains Rd, London, ON N6K 0A8
Private-pay rates vary by suite size, care level, and the services included. There is no single set price. Compare the listings on this page for a current range, then call communities directly to get a detailed breakdown of what each monthly fee covers.
Memory care offers a secured environment, dementia-specific programming, and staff trained in cognitive decline. Many London retirement homes, licensed by the RHRA, include a memory care wing, but not all retirement home residents receive that specialist level of support. Always confirm the specific unit type when you tour.
Publicly funded long-term care is accessed through Ontario Health atHome, which manages assessments and waitlists. Most retirement and memory care residences are private-pay. Federal income supports such as Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can help offset costs for eligible seniors.
Contact communities directly using the phone numbers or contact forms on each listing. Ask about current availability, typical wait times, and whether virtual or in-person tours are offered. Touring more than one community gives you a much clearer sense of fit.
Observe how staff interact with residents, check that the unit is secure and calmly designed, and ask about the daily programming and staff-to-resident ratios. Also ask how the community coordinates with London's hospital system if a resident's medical needs increase.
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