Nearest emergency department
McMaster University Medical Centre
Hospital
About 3.3 km away
- Emergency Department
- Outpatient Rehabilitation
Long Term Care
St. Joseph's Villa
54Developing56 Governors Rd, Dundas, ON L9H 5G7, Canada, Hamilton, Ontario
3.7(37 reviews)Long Term CarePalliative CareIndependent Living
Fitness centreDiningGardensPool or spa
WaitlistavailabilityPlacement is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, not by contacting the home directly.
Last updated September 2026
About This Community
St. Joseph's Villa is one of Ontario's largest and most innovative long-term care homes, located in historic downtown Dundas. The campus also includes Margaret's Place Hospice and St. Joseph's Estates independent living condos.
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St. Joseph's Villa operates a long-term care home, hospice, and community services centre in Dundas, Ontario. The facility has achieved Accreditation with Commendation from Accreditation Canada.
The campus includes three main components: long-term care, Margaret's Place Hospice for individuals with life-limiting illnesses, and St. Joseph's Estates independent living condos.
The villa also operates community programs including an adult day program, medical clinics, a fitness centre, and behavioural supports services. The organization continues the mission and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Hamilton.
Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.
Pricing at St. Joseph's Villa
Pricing
Contact for pricing
Long Term CarePalliative CareIndependent Living
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.
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
- Couples or individuals who want care that can grow with their needs
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 St. Joseph's Villa, not services it provides or is affiliated with.
Senior-focused healthcare
St. Joseph's Hospital Hamilton
Hospital
About 7.2 km away
- Emergency Department
- Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
- Palliative Care
- Inpatient Rehabilitation
Memory & cognitive care
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton - West 5th
Mental health hospital
About 6.5 km away
- Geriatric Psychiatry
- Dementia Care
Facility and service details come from Ontario Health atHome and the Ontario Ministry of Health. Call 911 in an emergency.
Care Services
- 24-hour nursing
- Medical clinics
- Spiritual care
- Nutrition and food services
- Therapy
- Therapeutic recreation
- End of life care
Languages Supported
- English
Amenities
- Dining room
- Therapeutic recreation programs
- Medical clinics
- Garden and outdoor spaces
Key Features
- Accreditation with Commendation
- One of Ontario's largest long-term care homes
- On-site hospice facility
- Independent living condos available
- Adult day program
- Community fitness centre
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Google Reviews
3.7
37 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Kasia Bielawa
2 months ago · via Google
Thank you for taking care for my father.The staff is compassion and left my family at peace knowing that my dad is care for with respect and love❤️
HamiltonReviews
3 months ago · via Google
0/10 Stars! Staff member Melanie is so rude! She is unkind and treats everyone as they are below her! I would never recommend due to the mistreatment. She needs a reality check. Disappointing.
Senior Support Care
5 months ago · via Google
We are a private agency that provides one-on-one support to seniors, both in their homes and within care settings. We have had the chance to support multiple clients at the Villa and have always found it to be a really welcoming and positive environment. The Villa team is great to work with and works well alongside our caregivers to make sure clients are comfortable and supported. It’s been a really nice experience with them.
Summary of Google Reviews
Summarized by Senior Care Path from St. Joseph's Villa's Google rating and recent reviews. Confirm specifics with the community.
St. Joseph's Villa holds a 3.7-star rating across 37 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and warm, welcoming community.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
- Warm, welcoming community
ThemesStaff & careAtmosphere
Google reviews and rating refreshed September 2026.
54/ 100
Confidence Score
Developing
Our 100-point confidence rating
Trust 48/60Verified 6/40
Senior Care Path gives St. Joseph's Villa an SCP Confidence Score of 54/100 (Developing), our 100-point trust rating. How we calculate it.
The essentials
- Languages spoken
- English
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Licenses & Registration
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Location
56 Governors Rd, Dundas, ON L9H 5G7, Canada, Hamilton, Ontario L9H 5G7
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