Nearest emergency department
North York General Hospital
Hospital
About 2.9 km away
- Emergency Department
- Geriatric Medicine
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Palliative Care
Long Term Care
Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto)
42Limited306 Finch Ave E, North York, ON M2N 4S5, Canada, Toronto, Ontario
3.4(12 reviews)Long Term Care
DiningSalonGardensLibrary
WaitlistavailabilityPlacement is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, not by contacting the home directly.
Last updated September 2026
About This Community
Carefree Lodge is a City of Toronto-operated long-term care home providing individualized care to 127 residents. Opened in 1991, it features private and semi-private accommodations and specialized dementia and behavioural support programs.
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Carefree Lodge provides individualized care to 127 residents in a safe and friendly environment guided by CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Originally opened in 1967 as a retirement home, it was purchased and renovated by the City of Toronto, reopening as a long-term care home in 1991.
The facility features private and semi-private accommodations with ensuite washrooms across three levels, with all bedrooms air-conditioned.
Carefree Lodge is recognized as a leader in behavioural support programs, with demonstrated expertise in dementia, delirium and mental health care.
Residents with severe cognitive impairment live in Bayview Gardens, a specialized unit with its own dining room, lounge with fireplace and secure outdoor patio.
Recreation programs are offered daily, evenings and weekends, including inter-denominational faith services and specific cultural activities such as Jewish and Korean programs.
Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.
Pricing at Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto)
Pricing
Contact for pricing
Long Term Care
A starting price usually covers the suite, meals, housekeeping and activities. Care is added on top as needs grow, so ask for an all-in quote in writing.
Accommodation options
Private accommodations
Semi-private accommodations
How placement works
Applying for long-term care
This is a long-term care home, so you can't book a room directly. Placement is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, which confirms eligibility and manages the waiting list for the homes you choose.
- 1A care coordinator confirms that long-term care is the right level of care and that you're eligible.
- 2You pick the homes you'd like, and your name is added to each home's waiting list.
- 3When a bed opens and you're next in line, the home offers it to you.
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Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Seniors with complex medical needs who require 24-hour nursing care
- Seniors living with dementia who need specialized, secure support
Consider Alternatives For
- Active or largely independent seniors
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Hospitals & healthcare nearby
The nearest emergency department and senior-focused healthcare, with approximate straight-line distances. These are public facilities near Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto), not services it provides or is affiliated with.
Rehabilitation & continuing care
St. John's Rehab
Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital
About 1 km away
- Stroke Rehabilitation
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
- Outpatient Rehabilitation
- Falls Prevention
Also nearby
Sunnybrook Hospital
Hospital
About 7.1 km away
- Emergency Department
- Specialized Geriatric Services
- Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
- Geriatric Medicine
Facility and service details come from Ontario Health atHome and the Ontario Ministry of Health. Call 911 in an emergency.
Care Services
- Individualized care
- Dementia care
- Behavioural support programs
- Mental health services
- Recreation programs
- Faith services
Languages Supported
- English
Amenities
- Resident lounges
- Library
- Hair salon
- Auditorium
- Therapeutic garden
- Outdoor patio
- Formal dining room
- Fireplace
Key Features
- Smoke-free environment
- 2SLGBTQI+ friendly
- Accepts all residents regardless of religion, language or cultural background
- Specialized Bayview Gardens unit for severe cognitive impairment
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Google Reviews
3.4
12 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Laila Baich
5 months ago · via Google
The City of Toronto is deploying incredible efforts to take care of elderly in this place.
gretta misquith
a year ago · via Google
Very bad experience. Some staff's are very rude. They don't know how to approach or talk to people. They Behave like uneducated people. No appreciation for those who trying to help them. I don't know why the management is not enquiring what's happening there.
Ellen Walsh
2 years ago · via Google
Carefree Lodge has taken care of my dad for the past year and he can be a handful. Thanks for all the support!
Summary of Google Reviews
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Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto) holds a 3.4-star rating across 12 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
ThemesStaff & care
Google reviews and rating refreshed September 2026.
42/ 100
Confidence Score
Limited
Our 100-point confidence rating
Trust 36/60Verified 6/40
Senior Care Path gives Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto) an SCP Confidence Score of 42/100 (Limited), our 100-point trust rating. How we calculate it.
The essentials
- Established
- 1991
- Languages spoken
- English
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Location
306 Finch Ave E, North York, ON M2N 4S5, Canada, Toronto, Ontario M2N 4S5
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