Senior Care Path

Best Memory Care in Peterborough, ON

Peterborough has 11 memory care on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.5 stars across 187 resident reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence, Activity Haven Senior Centre 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.

11

memory care compared

4.5★

average Google rating

$4,110–$4,110

typical cost per month

7

rated 4.5 stars or higher

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

Peterborough Memory Care Facilities | 187 Reviews

11 communities

Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence

Peterborough, ON

Starting at

From $4,110/mo

Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence 4
66/ 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...”

Fitness centreFitness centreDiningDiningGardensGardens

Provides: Retirement Home, Independent Living, Assisted Living

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

Activity Haven Senior Centre

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Activity Haven Senior Centre 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

4.5(73 reviews)

“Wonderful staff, variety of programs, members are friendly and I have met some new friends!”

Provides: Memory Care

A memory care option in Peterborough, Ontario. Read more

Home Instead

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Home Instead 4
60/ 100

Developing confidence

4.8(30 reviews)

“Absolutely wonderful! I can't believe the positive change they have made in my parent's lives. I knew there would be a change but not this much. Home Instead...”

Provides: Memory Care, Home Care

In-home care for older adults in Peterborough, Lakefield, Lindsay, Cobourg, Port Hope and Trent Hills. They offer flexible care… Read more

Alzheimer Society Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland & Haliburton

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Alzheimer Society Peterborough, Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland & Haliburton 3
48/ 100

Developing confidence

5.0(3 reviews)

“Shelby was amazing when we met with her. She was very knowledgeable and she provided some good suggestions. Very kind as well and empathetic.”

Provides: Memory Care

A memory care option in Peterborough, Ontario. Read more

BeHome Nursing

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

BeHome Nursing 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

5.0(2 reviews)

Provides: Memory Care, Home Care, Palliative Care

In-home nursing and personal care services for seniors in Peterborough, Ontario and surrounding regions. Services include… Read more

Right at Home - In-Home Health Care Peterborough

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Right at Home - In-Home Health Care Peterborough 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

5.0(8 reviews)

“This store goes way beyond the norm. The staff is so helpful and knowledgeable. It’s a great shopping experience”

Provides: Home Care, Memory Care

In-home health care and senior assistance services in Peterborough. They offer companion care, personal care, nursing care,… Read more

Riverside Respite

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Riverside Respite 4
48/ 100

Developing confidence

5.0(2 reviews)

Provides: Respite Care, Memory Care

A respite care option in Peterborough, Ontario. Read more

Kawartha Centre - Redefining Healthy Aging

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Kawartha Centre - Redefining Healthy Aging
36/ 100

Limited confidence

4.0(4 reviews)

“Wonderful place for helping aging people deal with declining mental health.”

Provides: Memory Care

A memory care option in Peterborough, Ontario. Read more

Riverview Manor

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Riverview Manor 4
36/ 100

Limited confidence

4.0(10 reviews)

“The staff at Riverview Manor do an amazing job taking care of my wife as well as all the other residents.”

GardensGardens

Provides: Assisted Living, Long Term Care, Memory Care

A licensed and accredited long-term care community in Peterborough, Ontario that provides long-term care and specialized care for… Read more

Rubidge Retirement Residence

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

Rubidge Retirement Residence 4
36/ 100

Limited confidence

3.4(11 reviews)

“Rubidge retirement home is the best retirement home in the city and I am not even exaggerating. The building looks really beautiful and captivating and the...”

DiningDiningPool or spaPool or spa

Provides: Retirement Home, Memory Care, Independent Living

A retirement residence in Peterborough offering independent living in studio and one or two bedroom suites. Read more

St. Joseph's at Fleming

Peterborough, ON

Call for Pricing

St. Joseph's at Fleming
36/ 100

Limited confidence

3.5(13 reviews)

“My mother is receiving the most loving and thoughtful care! I am grateful to see the relationships between staff and the people intrusted to this place many...”

Provides: Memory Care, Long Term Care

Compassionate person-centered long-term care in Peterborough, Ontario, with 200 beds and a dedicated 24/7 care team. Read more

How to choose memory care in Peterborough

Peterborough 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 Peterborough 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

187

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 Peterborough 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 Peterborough memory care fall across our trust tiers.

  • High0 communities
  • Good1 community
  • Developing6 communities
  • Limited4 communities

Table of contents

  1. 01How to choose memory care in Peterborough
  2. 02How much does memory care cost in Peterborough?
  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 Peterborough?

Among the 1 Peterborough memory care that publish a starting rate, costs run from $4,110 to $4,110 per month. Mostcommunities share full pricing on request, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.

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 Peterborough

A 4.5 star average across 187 Google reviews of 11 memory care. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.

“Wonderful staff, variety of programs, members are friendly and I have met some new friends!”
Cheryl Giardino on Activity Haven Senior Centre
“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 recommend this home. We have just recently put my great grandmother in this...”
Mary Dobbins on Chartwell Jackson Creek Retirement Residence
“Absolutely wonderful! I can't believe the positive change they have made in my parent's lives. I knew there would be a change but not this much. Home Instead staff have breathed life back into this household. My parents appear excited to...”
Dayna Frederick on Home Instead
“My mother is receiving the most loving and thoughtful care! I am grateful to see the relationships between staff and the people intrusted to this place many blessings to everyone for the tireless work!”
Kim Haxton on St. Joseph's at Fleming
“Rubidge retirement home is the best retirement home in the city and I am not even exaggerating. The building looks really beautiful and captivating and the facilities of Rubidge were outstanding, plus the activities they prepare for their...”
andrie colcol on Rubidge Retirement Residence
“The staff at Riverview Manor do an amazing job taking care of my wife as well as all the other residents.”
Peter D on Riverview Manor

Memory Care services and amenities in Peterborough

What Peterborough 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 3 communities that publish amenities.

  • Dining room67%
  • Activity room33%
  • Activity spaces33%
  • Billiards room33%
  • Bistro33%
  • Fitness room33%
  • Game room33%
  • Garden33%
  • Garden and patio areas33%
  • Lounge33%

Most common care services

Share of the 6 communities that publish services.

  • Companionship33%
  • Light housekeeping33%
  • Mobility assistance33%
  • Personal care33%
  • 24-hour care17%
  • À la carte wellness services17%
  • Alzheimer's and dementia care17%
  • Appointment and errand accompaniment17%
  • Bathing and dressing support17%
  • Chef-prepared meals17%

Suite types offered

Share of the 3 communities that list suite types.

  • One bedroom67%
  • Studio67%
  • One bedroom + den33%
  • Shared suite33%
  • Two bedroom33%

Frequently asked questions

How much do memory care cost in Peterborough?
Memory Care in Peterborough that publish a rate run roughly $4,110 to $4,110 per month, depending on suite size and the level of care needed.
How many memory care are there in Peterborough?
Senior Care Path lists 11 memory care in Peterborough, 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.

Sources & further reading

Keep exploring

Memory Care in nearby cities

Memory Care in OttawaMemory Care in ScarboroughMemory Care in HalifaxMemory Care in North VancouverMemory Care in WinnipegMemory Care in CalgaryMemory Care in LondonMemory Care in Vancouver

Other care in Peterborough

Retirement Homes in PeterboroughAssisted Living in PeterboroughHome Care in PeterboroughIndependent Living in Peterborough
All memory care across Canada
Take the free assessmentCall