Memory Care in Surrey: Costs, Reviews & 10 Communities Compared (2026)

How much does memory care cost in Surrey?

Senior Care Path tracks 10 memory care communities in Surrey, updated October 2026. Few publish a rate online, but across British Columbia published rates for memory care communities typically fall in the $2,130–$10,296 per month range, so use the listings below to ask each one for a current quote. The average Google rating is 4.6/5 across 202 resident reviews, and we rank them by the SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating.

Source: Senior Care Path first-party listing data, updated October 2026. How we score and rank · How much does memory care cost in Canada?.

Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest communities in Surrey right now are Suncrest Retirement Community, Amica White Rock and 1st Choice Home Health Care Servicez Limited.

If you're looking into memory care in Surrey, you'll find secure, dementia-focused residences spread across the city, from Guildford and Fleetwood to the quieter streets around South Surrey and Cloverdale. Many families choose a home near Surrey Memorial Hospital, which keeps specialists and emergency care close. Options cluster along the central corridors, with easy access to nearby bus routes and rapid transit. In Surrey, 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 October 2026.

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By Jonathan Kennedy · Last reviewed October 2026

Top-rated memory care communities in Surrey

The 10 highest-rated memory care communities in Surrey 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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Surrey Memory Care Facilities | 202 Reviews

10 communities

#1Suncrest Retirement Community

Surrey, BCBC registered assisted living

4.5(51)

A modern seniors living campus located in South Surrey, BC, offering independent and assisted living options…

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  • Retirement Home
  • Independent Living
  • Assisted Living

Typical in British Columbia$2,875–$12,500/mo

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#2Amica White Rock

Surrey, BCBC registered assisted living

4.5(50)

A premium retirement residence in South Surrey with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care options.…

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  • Memory Care
  • Independent Living
  • Assisted Living

Typical in British Columbia$2,130–$10,296/mo

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#31st Choice Home Health Care Servicez Limited

Surrey, BC

4.7(35)

Services Ltd. is a home care provider in Surrey, BC offering nursing, personal care, and support services across Metro…

  • Home Care
  • Memory Care
  • Palliative Care

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#4Guildford Seniors Village

Surrey, BC

4.5(21)

In Surrey, BC offers 24/7 Complex Care services in four village neighbourhoods with two inner gardens. The facility…

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  • Long Term Care
  • Palliative Care
  • Respite Care

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#5Brookside Lodge Care Community

Surrey, BC

3.0(23)

Community is a long-term care facility located in Surrey, British Columbia, offering skilled nursing, personal care, and recreational…

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  • Memory Care
  • Long Term Care

Typical in British Columbia$2,130–$10,296/mo

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#6Bear Home Care Services

Surrey, BC

5.0(11)

In-home care services in Surrey, British Columbia, including companion care, personal care, nursing care, and…

  • Home Care
  • Memory Care

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#7Home Instead

Surrey, BC

5.0(8)

In-home senior care services in Richmond, North Delta and Surrey, British Columbia, serving the community since 2016. They…

  • Home Care
  • Memory Care
  • Palliative Care

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#8The English Manor

Surrey, BC

5.0(2)

A memory care option in Surrey, British Columbia.

  • Memory Care

Typical in British Columbia$2,130–$10,296/mo

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#9Croydon Villa

Surrey, BC

5.0(1)

A memory care option in Surrey, British Columbia.

  • Memory Care

Typical in British Columbia$2,130–$10,296/mo

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#10Senior Helpers

Surrey, BC

Of Surrey North provides customized in-home senior care services including companion care, specialized support for Alzheimer's,…

  • Memory Care
  • Home Care
  • Respite Care

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How to choose memory care in Surrey

Surrey is one of the fastest-growing cities in British Columbia, and that growth has brought a meaningful range of memory care options, from purpose-built secured communities in established areas like Cloverdale and Newton to newer residences closer to the Guildford and Fleetwood neighbourhoods. When you begin your search, it helps to think geographically first: which part of Surrey is most convenient for the family members who will visit most often? Regular visits matter enormously for a loved one living with dementia, so proximity to your own home or to public transit routes can be as important as any amenity on a brochure.

The clinical side of your search should come next. In British Columbia, publicly subsidized memory care placements are coordinated through Fraser Health, the regional health authority serving Surrey and the broader Fraser Valley. A care manager at Fraser Health can assess your parent's needs and determine whether they qualify for a subsidized bed; however, waitlists for publicly funded spaces can be lengthy, and many families pursue private-pay residences while waiting. Surrey's proximity to Surrey Memorial Hospital and Langley Memorial Hospital means that medically complex residents can access specialist support relatively quickly, a genuine advantage worth asking prospective residences about when you tour.

As you compare options, look carefully at how each residence structures its dementia programming. Meaningful engagement, music, reminiscence, sensory activities, can have a significant impact on quality of life and behavioural symptoms. Ask about staff-to-resident ratios during evenings and overnight, since that is when many people living with dementia experience heightened confusion. Also confirm what the monthly rate includes and what triggers a care-level increase in cost, so there are no surprises as needs evolve.

Finally, consider the full continuum. Some Surrey residences offer both memory care and assisted living on the same campus, which can ease transitions if needs change. Independent living and retirement home options in the city may also suit someone in the earlier stages of cognitive change. Touring more than one type of community, and visiting at different times of day, will give you and your parent the clearest picture of where they would genuinely feel at home.

Memory Care in Surrey: what to know

One of BC's fastest-growing cities, Surrey offers an expanding range of senior living and multicultural home care options.

Rules and oversight in British Columbia

In British Columbia, publicly subsidized memory care beds are accessed through Fraser Health based on a formal needs assessment; private-pay rates vary by residence, suite type, and care level. Families may also explore whether income-tested supports, including federal Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement, can help offset monthly costs while awaiting a subsidized placement.

Our methodology

How we rank the Surrey 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

202

Google reviews

Star ratings and written reviews come straight from Google, so the feedback is from real residents and families across these 9 communities, never written by us.

100-point

SCP Confidence Score

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?

How Surrey communities are rated

Google star ratings across 9 memory care.

  • 4.5 and up8
  • 4.0 to 4.40
  • 3.5 to 3.90
  • Under 3.51

Confidence Score range

How the 10 Surrey memory care fall across our trust tiers.

  • High0 communities
  • Good4 communities
  • Developing3 communities
  • Limited3 communities

How much does memory care cost in Surrey?

Few Surrey memory care publish a rate online, but across British Columbia published rates for memory care communities typically fall in the $2,130–$10,296 per month range. Call any community below for a current, itemised quote, since the final number depends on suite size and the level of care needed.

Most memory care in British Columbia 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?.

In British Columbia, publicly subsidized memory care beds are accessed through Fraser Health based on a formal needs assessment; private-pay rates vary by residence, suite type, and care level. Families may also explore whether income-tested supports, including federal Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement, can help offset monthly costs while awaiting a subsidized placement.

What families are saying about memory care in Surrey

A 4.6 star average across 202 Google reviews of 9 memory care. Here is a sample, straight from residents and families.

“My dad was in need of assisted living. We looked at a lot of places. Suncrest was our choice. The staff and facilities are truly remarkable. We no sooner got him moved In and we got a call from Fraser Health about a funded bed elsewhere. I...”
A W on Suncrest Retirement Community
“We have a good friend living here and she enjoys it very much.”
Peter Butschek on Amica White Rock
“We recently met with the 1st Home Choice team and had a great experience. They were professional, friendly, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Highly recommend their service!””
NAVJOT KAUR on 1st Choice Home Health Care Servicez Limited
“Brookside is a wonderful place for our mom. The place is clean. Her room is big enough for a sofa and a two large dressers. Our mom really likes the meals. The care staff is fantastic. They are in contact with us on a regular basis with...”
TM18 on Brookside Lodge Care Community
“A very warm caring place . With great ,professional people working there . I sleep well at night knowing my mom is under the care of the staff at Guilford Senoirs Village .”
Ebb Budgell on Guildford Seniors Village
“I've really appreciated the care that Bear Home Care has been providing to my Mom. They were able to adapt services for her when her husband was being uncooperative with necessary care, and are very consistent, reliable, and communicate...”
Carol Digby on Bear Home Care Services

Memory Care services and amenities in Surrey

What Surrey 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 5 communities that publish amenities.

  • Dining room40%
  • 24/7 office support line20%
  • Activities and crafts room20%
  • Art therapy20%
  • Baking20%
  • Balconies or patios20%
  • Beauty salon20%
  • Board games20%
  • Brain fitness program20%
  • Cozy fireplace lounges20%

Most common care services

Share of the 8 communities that publish services.

  • Alzheimer's and dementia care25%
  • Companion care25%
  • Meal preparation25%
  • Medication management25%
  • Memory care for Alzheimer's and dementia25%
  • 24-hour care13%
  • 24-hour professional staff13%
  • 24/7 Complex Care13%
  • 24/7 nursing and personal care13%
  • 24/7 nursing staff13%

Suite types offered

Share of the 2 communities that list suite types.

  • One bedroom50%
  • Suite50%
  • Two bedroom50%

Frequently asked questions

How much does memory care cost per month in Surrey, BC?

Too few memory care communities in Surrey publish a rate to give a city figure, but across British Columbia published starting rates run roughly $2,130 to $10,296 per month, depending on suite size and the level of care needed. Ask each community for an all-in quote.

What is the difference between memory care and assisted living in Surrey?

Memory care is a secured, specialized environment designed specifically for people living with dementia, with trained staff and structured programming. Assisted living in Surrey offers support for daily tasks but in a less specialized, typically non-secured setting, better suited to those who don't require dementia-specific care.

Can my parent get a subsidized memory care bed in Surrey?

Possibly. In BC, publicly subsidized long-term and memory care placements are arranged through Fraser Health based on assessed need and eligibility. A Fraser Health care manager can complete a needs assessment. Waitlists for subsidized beds can be long, so many families also explore private-pay options in the meantime.

How do I arrange a tour or check availability at a Surrey memory care residence?

Use the contact details on each listing to call or email directly, most residences welcome family tours by appointment. Ask about current availability and waitlist timelines when you call, as these change frequently and vary considerably between communities.

Can federal income supports like OAS or GIS help cover memory care costs in Surrey?

Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) are federal benefits your parent may already receive; they can be put toward private-pay costs. They do not directly fund a memory care placement, but combined with other income, they form part of many families' overall funding picture.

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