Senior Care Path tracks 9 memory care communities in Scarborough, updated October 2026. They average 4.5/5 across 318 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 Scarborough right now are McCowan Retirement Residence - Metta Lifestyles, Venvi Guildwood Retirement Living and Qualicare Home Care Scarborough.
Memory care in Scarborough tends to cluster along the busier corridors near Kennedy and around the neighbourhoods off Ellesmere and Sheppard, with several secure options within reach of Scarborough Health Network's General campus. If your parent is living with dementia, this part of east Toronto offers residences that pair a familiar suburban feel with quiet, walkable streets close to family. In Scarborough, memory care are also called dementia care or Alzheimer's care.
Scarborough is part of Toronto. To see every option across the city, visit our Toronto memory care hub.
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 October 2026.
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By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed October 2026
The 9 highest-rated memory care communities in Scarborough on our SCP Confidence Score, as of October 2026. Tap a name to jump to its card below. No listing can pay for a place on this list.
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Scarborough, ON2881 Eglinton Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1J 0A2Licensed by RHRA
4.8(144 reviews)
A newly renovated retirement home in Scarborough, Toronto offering assisted living, memory care, and respite care…
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
Scarborough, ON65 Livingston Rd, Scarborough, ON M1E 0E6
4.8(39 reviews)
A retirement residence in Scarborough that offers independent living and memory care. It backs onto Guildwood Park and Gardens…
Typical in Ontario$2,990–$7,195/mo
Toronto, ON10 Bimbrok Rd Unit 200, Scarborough, ON M1K 4T7
5.0(30 reviews)
Home care for seniors in Scarborough, Toronto and North York, from daily help and companionship to dementia and palliative care.
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
Scarborough, ON2030 McNicoll Ave, Scarborough, ON M1V 5P4
4.5(13 reviews)
A long-term care home with 160 licensed beds located in Scarborough, Ontario. The facility provides…
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Toronto, ON1457 McCowan Rd, Scarborough, ON M1S 5K7
5.0(6 reviews)
In-home senior care across the Greater Toronto Area, with personal care, companionship, meals, mobility help and dementia support.
Typical in Ontario$24–$216/hr
Scarborough, ON61 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z7Licensed by RHRA
4.4(30 reviews)
A not-for-profit senior living community in Toronto offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a…
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Scarborough, ON707 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough, ON M1P 2W1Licensed by RHRA
4.3(15 reviews)
An all-inclusive dementia care home located in Scarborough offering specialized services for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia,…
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Scarborough, ON340 McCowan Rd, Scarborough, ON M1J 2E5
3.3(34 reviews)
A long-term care residence located in Scarborough, Ontario with 197 licensed beds. It offers 24-hour nursing care, assistance with…
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Scarborough, ON50 Gooderham Dr, Scarborough, ON M1R 3G7
4.4(7 reviews)
A assisted living option in Toronto, Ontario.
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Scarborough is a large, sprawling part of Toronto's east end, and memory care options here reflect that spread. You'll find communities clustered along major corridors like Kingston Road and Lawrence Avenue East, often near neighbourhood anchors such as Scarborough Town Centre or within reach of Rouge Valley and Centenary hospital campuses. That proximity to acute care matters more for memory care than almost any other care type, because residents with dementia have higher rates of medical complexity. When you're shortlisting, pay attention to how close a community is to a hospital your parent is already known to, and whether on-call nursing coverage is available around the clock.
Ontario retirement homes that offer memory care units are licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). Every licensed home must post its RHRA inspection record publicly, and we strongly recommend reviewing it before booking a tour. A recent clean inspection is reassuring; unresolved orders should prompt pointed questions. Not all retirement homes in Scarborough have dedicated memory care wings, so confirm that any community you visit actually operates a secured, purpose-built memory care environment rather than simply accepting residents with dementia into a general floor.
Our honest advice: prioritize care model over location. Scarborough has reasonable geographic coverage, but the gap in quality between a community with a strong dementia-specific programming approach and one without is significant. Look for structured daily routines, staff trained specifically in dementia care, and secure outdoor space. A longer drive for your family is genuinely worth it if the care model is right. The trade-off is visit frequency, which does matter for family connection, so factor in public transit access or nearby bus routes if you or other family members don't drive.
Waitlists exist across the city, particularly for the most established communities. Start your search earlier than feels necessary. If your parent currently needs lighter support, exploring Retirement Homes or Assisted Living in Scarborough now can create a bridge while you wait for a dedicated memory care spot to open. Home Care through Ontario Health atHome is another option to hold the situation stable while a long-term placement comes together.
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 9 memory care.
How the 9 Scarborough memory care fall across our trust tiers.
Most Scarborough 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?.
Memory care in Scarborough retirement homes is primarily private-pay, with monthly rates varying by suite size and the level of dementia support required. Families with limited income should ask communities about any income-tested supports and contact Ontario Health atHome to understand eligibility for publicly funded long-term care.
A 4.5 star average across 318 Google reviews of 9 memory care. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.
“After making the difficult decision to care for my sister, we reviewed several options and selected the memory care program at McCowan Retirement Residence. To date, we have not been disappointed with the care provided. The program has...”
“December 2025 Thank you for your kind ways when delivering food to mom's room. So thankful for your help and service and kindnesses, you do so much more than just deliver food! November 2025 I have to mention again how supportive the...”
“I wish to share how caring, professional and thoughtful everyone has been with my family at Presentation Manor. Every effort is constantly made to ensure that my parents are enjoying every day in a lovely community. I have found that...”
“I am grateful to the entire team at Qualicare for the exceptional care they provided to my late father during the final stage of his life. From the very first day I contacted Qualicare, they responded quickly and were able to arrange PSWs...”
“Alexis Lodge is an amazing place. They have treated my parents with dignity, compassion, respect, and kindness. Before coming to Alexis, my parents were treated very badly while living with my sister. My mother’s dementia declined...”
“This is a place for the elderly and those with limited mobility to reside. The center boasts a team of experienced caregivers, registered nurses, and well-equipped facilities. The living quarters and shared areas are spacious and...”
What Scarborough 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 6 communities that publish amenities.
Share of the 8 communities that publish services.
Share of the 4 communities that list suite types.
Private-pay monthly rates vary by suite type, care level, and the services included. There is no single standard rate. Comparing the listings on this page and calling communities directly is the most reliable way to get current figures for your parent's specific needs.
Memory care offers a secured environment, dementia-specific programming, and staff trained for cognitive decline. Standard retirement homes in Scarborough may accept residents with mild dementia but are not purpose-built for it. All retirement homes, including memory care suites within them, are licensed by the RHRA.
Memory care in retirement homes is mostly private-pay. Federal Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement can help offset costs for lower-income seniors. Publicly funded long-term care is available through Ontario Health atHome, but is a separate, waitlisted program for higher-need residents.
Use the contact details on each listing to call or email directly. Ask specifically about secured memory care availability, not just general vacancies. Touring in person is strongly recommended so you can observe staff interactions and the secured common areas firsthand.
When safety risks increase, such as wandering, medication errors, or caregiver exhaustion, memory care is worth a serious look. Home Care through Ontario Health atHome can extend time at home, but a dedicated memory care setting often provides more consistent supervision and structured support.
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