Memory Care in Ottawa, ON

There are 54 memory care in Ottawa, with costs ranging from $30 to $7,045 per month. Compare availability, pricing, amenities and reviews below, then call any provider directly.

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Choice Homecare

Ottawa, Ontario

4.7(59 reviews)

Choice Homecare is a nurse-managed in-home care provider serving Ottawa and surrounding areas since 2011. They offer personalized home care for seniors, dementia care, palliative care, respite care, and support for various health conditions.

Home CareRespite Care
$40–$80/hr
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Brookside Senior Living Kanata

Ottawa, Ontario

5.0(6 reviews)

Brookside is a locally owned and operated retirement and assisted living community in Kanata, Ottawa, offering independent and assisted living options surrounded by nature.

Respite CareIndependent Living
$95–$2,895/hr
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City View Retirement Community

Ottawa, Ontario

4.5(90 reviews)

City View Retirement Community is a locally owned retirement home in Nepean, West Ottawa, offering a full continuum of care from independent living to memory care with chef-prepared meals and engaging activities.

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Ravines Seniors’ Suites & Retirement Residence

Ottawa, Ontario

4.0(21 reviews)

Ravines is a retirement residence in Ottawa offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care services with two separate buildings for seniors' suites and retirement residences.

Retirement HomeIndependent Living
$3,404–$7,045/mo
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The Redwoods - Retirement Community in Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario

4.7(73 reviews)

The Redwoods is a retirement community in Ottawa offering independent living, assisted living, memory support, and short-term respite stays. Most suites feature full kitchens and balconies with views of the Ottawa River.

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Assurance Home Care

Ottawa, Ontario

4.6(53 reviews)

Assurance Home Care is a home care provider serving Ottawa, Toronto, and Calgary with over a million hours of customized care delivered and 10+ years of experience.

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ComForCare Home Care (Ottawa-Champlain, ON)

Ottawa, Ontario

4.9(58 reviews)

ComForCare Home Care provides personalized in-home care services for seniors and older adults throughout Ottawa-Champlain, Ontario. Services include personal care, dementia support, respite care, and various specialized programs.

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Right at Home - Home Care Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario

4.9(41 reviews)

Right at Home Ottawa provides in-home care services including companion care, personal care, nursing care, and specialty care for seniors and others in need. They have been serving the Ottawa, Nepean, and Kanata areas for 25 years.

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Sovereign Ease Home Healthcare Services.

Ottawa, Ontario

4.8(4 reviews)

Sovereign Ease Home Healthcare Services provides in-home nursing, personal care, and specialized memory care for seniors across Canada since 2014. They serve individuals, families, and healthcare facilities with registered nurses and certified personal support workers.

Home CareMemory Care
From $30/hr
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Amica The Glebe

Amica The Glebe

54Developing

Ottawa, Ontario

3.7(26 reviews)

Amica The Glebe is a retirement residence in Ottawa offering a continuum of care options including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in a nine-storey building located in The Glebe neighbourhood.

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Aspira Hazeldean Gardens Retirement Living

Ottawa, Ontario

4.4(21 reviews)

Aspira Hazeldean Gardens is a retirement living community in Stittsville, Ottawa, offering independent living, assisted living, respite care, and memory care for seniors.

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Beacon Heights Retirement Residence

Ottawa, Ontario

4.4(50 reviews)

Beacon Heights Retirement Residence is a retirement community in north-east Ottawa offering seniors a warm atmosphere in a secure environment with modern amenities and personalized care.

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Billings Lodge

Billings Lodge

54Developing

Ottawa, Ontario

4.9(7 reviews)

Billings Lodge is an assisted living facility located in the heart of Ottawa, Ontario, serving the community since 1984. The facility offers 24-hour nursing staff, professional care services, and a variety of accommodations with activities and dining.

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Bruyère Health Saint-Louis Long-Term Care

Ottawa, Ontario

3.9(46 reviews)

Bruyère Health Saint-Louis Long-Term Care is a 198-bed long-term care home in Orléans, Ottawa, situated on the banks of the Ottawa River and providing nursing and supportive services.

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Chapel Hill Retirement Residence

Ottawa, Ontario

3.8(73 reviews)

Chapel Hill Retirement Residence is a 157-suite retirement community located in Orléans, east of Ottawa, offering a full continuum of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care.

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Cité Parkway Retirement Residence

Ottawa, Ontario

4.0(67 reviews)

Cité Parkway Retirement Residence is an elegant retirement community in Ottawa offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in thoughtfully designed studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites.

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Courtyards on Eagleson

Ottawa, Ontario

4.1(28 reviews)

The Courtyards on Eagleson is a purpose-built retirement residence specializing in memory care for residents with Alzheimer's and Dementia, opened in Spring 2017 in Kanata, Ontario. It features 71 suites in a single-story building with four separate living communities.

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Foxview Retirement Community

Ottawa, Ontario

4.3(22 reviews)

Foxview is a retirement community in Upper Hunt Club, Ottawa, offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a range of suite types with comprehensive amenities and activities.

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Garden Terrace

Garden Terrace

54Developing

Ottawa, Ontario

3.6(22 reviews)

Garden Terrace is a long-term care community in Kanata offering specialized care for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, built to meet current Ontario standards for long-term care.

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Governors Walk Retirement Residence - Metta Lifestyles

Ottawa, Ontario

4.7(19 reviews)

Governors Walk is a boutique-style retirement residence in New Edinburgh, Ottawa, offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care for 74 residents in a renovated historic building.

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Grace Hill Retirement Community

Ottawa, Ontario

3.8(24 reviews)

Grace Hill Retirement Community is an assisted living and memory care community located in Orleans, East of Ottawa. It offers assisted living, memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia, and short-term respite stays.

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Kanata Ridge Retirement Community

Ottawa, Ontario

4.2(37 reviews)

Kanata Ridge is a retirement community in Kanata, Ontario offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term respite stays.

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Lilythorne Retirement Community

Ottawa, Ontario

5.0(1 reviews)

Lilythorne Retirement Community is a 5-storey retirement residence located in the Findlay Creek neighbourhood of Ottawa, opening summer 2026. It offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.

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Ogilvie Villa Retirement Community by Spring Living

Ottawa, Ontario

4.3(27 reviews)

Ogilvie Villa is a bungalow-style retirement community in Gloucester, Ottawa, offering independent and assisted living in a single-level setting with a cottage-like atmosphere.

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How to choose memory care in Ottawa

Choosing memory care for a parent in Ottawa means weighing care quality, location, and affordability all at once — often under time pressure. A good starting point is understanding how Ontario regulates these settings. Retirement residences that offer memory care are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), which sets minimum standards for staffing, programming, and resident rights. Reviewing a home's most recent RHRA inspection report, available publicly online, gives you an honest picture of how any community performs day to day — not just how it presents on a tour.

Ottawa's memory care options tend to cluster in established residential areas across the west end, the inner suburbs of Nepean and Gloucester, and pockets of Centretown and the Glebe, making it relatively practical for families spread across the city to find something within a reasonable drive. Proximity to The Ottawa Hospital or Montfort Hospital can matter more than you might expect — not for emergencies alone, but because continuing access to specialists, geriatricians, and memory clinics often shapes how well a loved one's care evolves over time. If your parent relies on public transit or if out-of-town family will be visiting by bus, look for communities near major bus corridors or rapid transit stations.

Waitlists are a real factor in Ottawa, as in most urban Ontario centres. Some communities fill their secured memory care suites well ahead of need, so it is worth starting your search before a crisis forces your hand. If long-term care is eventually on the horizon, Ontario Health atHome is the entry point for publicly funded placement — connecting families to the waitlist process early can make a meaningful difference. For now, many families bridge the gap with a memory care retirement home or by adding home and community care through Ontario Health atHome.

When comparing communities, prioritize the care model above all else — specifically how staff are trained in dementia support, how the physical environment is designed to reduce anxiety and promote independence, and whether programming is genuinely tailored to different stages of memory loss. Budget matters too: private-pay rates vary by care level and suite size, so comparing the listings side by side and calling communities directly is the most reliable way to understand what is included. You may also want to explore whether Retirement Homes, Assisted Living, or Independent Living options in Ottawa better suit your parent's current level of need.

Memory Care costs & funding in Ottawa

Typical cost: $30$7,045 per month.

Memory care retirement homes in Ottawa are predominantly private-pay, with monthly fees varying by care level and suite type. Families who anticipate eventually transitioning to publicly funded long-term care should connect with Ontario Health atHome early, as publicly funded placement is income-tested and waitlists can be lengthy.

Frequently asked questions

How much does memory care cost per month in Ottawa?
Private-pay rates vary depending on care level, suite size, and the services bundled into the monthly fee. The listings on this page show current rates for Ottawa communities — comparing them directly and calling each home for a detailed breakdown is the most reliable approach.
What is the difference between memory care and a retirement home in Ottawa?
Memory care communities offer secured environments, dementia-specific programming, and staff trained in cognitive decline. Standard retirement homes in Ottawa are RHRA-licensed and may suit mild memory loss, but may not provide the structured oversight and specialised care that moderate-to-advanced dementia requires.
Is there any government funding or subsidy available for memory care in Ottawa?
Most memory care retirement homes are private-pay. Publicly funded long-term care, coordinated through Ontario Health atHome, is income-tested and involves a waitlist. Federal Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can help offset costs for lower-income seniors.
How do I arrange a tour or check availability at an Ottawa memory care community?
Use the contact button on each listing to reach the community directly. Ask specifically about secured memory care suite availability, typical wait times, and whether you can visit during a regular programming session to get a realistic sense of daily life.
When should we start looking for memory care in Ottawa rather than relying on home care?
Consider memory care when safety at home becomes a concern — frequent wandering, caregiver burnout, or needs that exceed what Ontario Health atHome's home and community care services can safely support. Starting your search early gives you more choice and avoids crisis-driven decisions.

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