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Long Term Care

Dearness Home Service

54Developing

710 Southdale Rd E, London, ON N6E 1R8, Canada

4.1(20 reviews)
Long Term Care
WaitlistavailabilityPlacement is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, not by contacting the home directly.

Last updated September 2026

About This Community

Dearness Home is a City of London owned and operated long-term care home with 243 beds. It offers a holistic approach to care addressing residents' physical, spiritual, and mental well-being through inclusive resident-centered programs and services.

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Senior Care Path Summary

Dearness Home is the City of London's long-term care home, staffed with knowledgeable and compassionate people who treat residents like family.

The facility operates 243 beds and provides a variety of inclusive resident-centered programs and services designed to support and engage residents.

The home maintains a continuous quality improvement process to address resident needs through a holistic approach that attends to mind, spirit, and body.

The facility has an administrator, registered nurses, and support services staff available to address resident and family concerns.

Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.

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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.

  1. 1A care coordinator confirms that long-term care is the right level of care and that you're eligible.
  2. 2You pick the homes you'd like, and your name is added to each home's waiting list.
  3. 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

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 Dearness Home Service, not services it provides or is affiliated with.

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Facility and service details come from Ontario Health atHome and the Ontario Ministry of Health. Call 911 in an emergency.

Languages Supported

  • English

Key Features

  • City-operated
  • 243 beds
  • Holistic care approach
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Visitor programs

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Google Reviews

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4.1

20 Google reviews

Summary of Google Reviews

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Dearness Home Service holds a 4.1-star rating across 20 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and quality dining and meals.

Most common praise

  • Caring, attentive staff
  • Quality dining and meals
  • Warm, welcoming community

Most common concerns

  • A few notes on the building's age or upkeep
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Most recent reviews

  • Angie Porter

    Angie Porter

    a year ago · via Google

    The staff were nothing but outstanding taking care of my mom and all of her needs. My mom passed away April 2, 2025. I can’t say enough of how well they care about the Residents. The staff are genuine people and if you are looking for a great place for a family member, Dearness is the Place.

  • Denise Cook

    Denise Cook

    2 years ago · via Google

    My sister Barbara McCallum was there for over a year was treated with respect and dignity. She loved everyone. Enjoy herself wish she would of went there earlier. She lived all alone. I am so grateful to everyone there. Thank you all for being so kind to my sister. Ross and Denise cook point edward

  • Jamie Holmes

    Jamie Holmes

    3 years ago · via Google

    If you are looking to volunteer here please keep in mind that it is a sent free zone and smokers would probably not get in. The residents are allergic to offensive smells. They would love to have musicians come in and cheer the residents up. Their life is depressing. Even staff said so.

Google reviews and rating refreshed September 2026.

54/ 100

Confidence Score

Developing

Our 100-point confidence rating

Trust 48/60Verified 6/40
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The essentials

Languages spoken
English

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Location

710 Southdale Rd E, London, ON N6E 1R8, Canada, London, Ontario N6E 1R8

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