Retirement Homes in Hamilton, ON

There are 62 retirement homes in Hamilton, with costs ranging from $2,000 to $8,128 per month. Compare availability, pricing, amenities and reviews below, then call any provider directly.

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Caroline Place Retirement Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

5.0(24 reviews)

Caroline Place Retirement Residence is a retirement community located in downtown Hamilton, Ontario, offering independent and supported retirement living in fully-furnished suites with a range of care services and lifestyle activities.

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$3,380–$3,380/mo
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Chartwell Deerview Crossing Retirement Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(78 reviews)

Chartwell Deerview Crossing is a retirement residence in Hamilton's Mountain West neighbourhood offering independent living and memory care services. Suites include kitchenettes, patios, and in-suite laundry, with three meals daily and 24/7 staff support included.

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$5,621–$5,621/mo
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Chartwell Georgian Retirement Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

4.8(48 reviews)

Chartwell Georgian is an independent living retirement residence in Dundas, Ontario, featuring studio and one-bedroom suites with optional care support services.

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From $3,507/mo
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Grandview Retirement Living Stoney Creek

Hamilton, Ontario

4.6(42 reviews)

Grandview Retirement Living is a retirement community in Stoney Creek, Ontario, offering independent and assisted living options with spacious suites and comprehensive amenities.

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Idlewyld Manor

Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(29 reviews)

Idlewyld Manor is a not-for-profit long-term care residence with 192 beds located on the west mountain in Hamilton. The facility offers person-centred care with customized care plans and a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals.

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Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(25 reviews)

Queen's Garden Long-Term Care Residence is an established community in downtown Hamilton offering 24-hour nursing care and assistance with daily activities for seniors with complex medical needs.

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Regina Gardens Long Term Care Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(23 reviews)

Regina Gardens Long-Term Care Residence is an established AgeCare community in Hamilton offering 24-hour care and assistance for seniors with complex medical needs. The residence provides 128 licensed beds in bright private and semi-private suites within five neighbourhoods.

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Ressam Gardens

Hamilton, Ontario

4.6(25 reviews)

Ressam Gardens is a state-of-the-art memory care community in Hamilton, Ontario, designed to meet the needs of residents living with dementia and memory problems.

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Seasons Retirement Community in Stoney Creek

Hamilton, Ontario

4.3(61 reviews)

Seasons Stoney Creek is a retirement home in Stoney Creek, Ontario offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in a lakefront setting along Lake Ontario.

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$4,295–$6,695/mo
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St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke

Hamilton, Ontario

4.6(123 reviews)

St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke is a not-for-profit, 221-bed long-term care residence located on the west mountain in Hamilton. The facility provides person-centred care delivered by dedicated health care professionals, including physicians, nurses, and support staff.

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The Court at Rushdale

Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(134 reviews)

The Court at Rushdale is an independent senior living community in Hamilton, Ontario offering all-inclusive retirement living with chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, and recreational activities.

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Villa Italia Retirement Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(34 reviews)

Villa Italia is a retirement residence in Hamilton offering elegant accommodations, meals, social activities, and personalized nursing care for seniors.

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The Village of Wentworth Heights

Hamilton, Ontario

4.3(61 reviews)

The Village of Wentworth Heights is a senior living community in Hamilton offering a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Retirement Apartments, Full-Service Retirement Suites, Assisted Care, Memory Care, and Long-Term Care. Operating since 2001, it expanded to include Retirement Neighbourhoods in 2016.

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$5,104–$8,128/mo
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AgeCare Willowgrove

Hamilton, Ontario

4.3(22 reviews)

AgeCare Willowgrove is a long-term care facility located in Ancaster, Ontario, offering 24-hour nursing care and support with daily living activities in a home-like setting.

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Amica Dundas

Amica Dundas

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Hamilton, Ontario

3.9(34 reviews)

Amica Dundas is a premium retirement residence in Dundas, Ontario, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care with 24/7 nursing and wellness staff support.

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Arbour Creek Care Centre

Hamilton, Ontario

3.7(20 reviews)

Arbour Creek Care Centre is a 128-bed long-term care home in Hamilton, Ontario, providing quality care since 2004. The home offers basic and private accommodations along with a wide range of specialized care services and programs.

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Baywoods Place Long-Term Care Home

Hamilton, Ontario

3.3(20 reviews)

Baywoods Place is a 128-bed accredited and licensed long-term care home located in Hamilton, Ontario. It provides compassionate care built around the needs and preferences of residents, with professional health care staff available 24/7.

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Carrington Place Retirement Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

4.7(16 reviews)

Carrington Place is a retirement residence located in Ancaster, Ontario offering independent living with spacious suites, meals, and daily services.

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Grace Villa

Grace Villa

54Developing

Hamilton, Ontario

3.3(49 reviews)

Grace Villa offers long-term care in a well-established community with 150 residents located near commercial and residential areas in Hamilton, Ontario.

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Kingsberry Place Seniors Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

4.5(13 reviews)

Kingsberry Place is an assisted living residence in Hamilton providing personalized care with 24/7 professional staff. They also offer respite care for short-term stays.

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Shalom Village

54Developing

Hamilton, Ontario

4.0(29 reviews)

Shalom Village is a Jewish community senior-care facility in Hamilton welcoming residents of all faiths. It offers long-term care, assisted living apartments, and convalescent care with 24-hour nursing and personal care.

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Summit Heights Retirement Residence

Hamilton, Ontario

3.6(56 reviews)

Summit Heights Retirement Residence is a 5-storey luxury retirement community in Hamilton offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care suites with contemporary design and full-spectrum care services.

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Hamilton, Ontario

4.0(8 reviews)

Tara Retirement Home is a family-owned independent and assisted living retirement home located on Hamilton Mountain in Hamilton, Ontario. The facility offers quality care within a people-focused, supportive environment with varying levels of assistance for seniors.

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$2,000–$4,500/mo
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How to choose retirement homes in Hamilton

Hamilton's retirement home landscape reflects the city's own neighbourhoods — from the established West Mountain and Ancaster areas, where several communities sit close to amenities and green space, to options on the lower city near the downtown core that suit families wanting easy access by public transit. If your parent values proximity to a major medical centre, look for homes within reach of Hamilton Health Sciences or St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, both of which anchor the region's seniors' care network and offer reassurance when specialist appointments or urgent care arise.

Start by understanding what level of day-to-day support your parent genuinely needs right now — and what they may need within the next year or two. Ontario retirement homes are licensed and regulated by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA), which means every home must meet provincially set standards for safety, care services, and residents' rights. You can look up any home's licence status and inspection history on the RHRA's public registry before you ever book a tour. This is one of the most useful steps Hamilton families can take early in the search.

Waitlists in Hamilton vary considerably by neighbourhood, building type, and suite style. Some communities have suites available relatively quickly; others, particularly those with strong reputations in desirable parts of the Mountain or west end, may ask you to get on a list well in advance. It's worth identifying two or three homes you genuinely like and expressing interest in all of them at once, rather than waiting to hear back from your first choice before contacting others. Availability can shift quickly, especially for specific suite sizes.

As you compare options, think beyond monthly rates — consider what's included in the base fee versus what's billed separately, how the home handles changes in care needs over time, and whether the social and dining environment feels right for your parent's personality. If hands-on personal care is already a priority, it's also worth exploring Hamilton's Assisted Living options, which offer a higher level of daily support, or Home Care services if your parent isn't ready to move at all. Choosing the right setting is rarely a one-visit decision; taking your time, asking detailed questions, and trusting your instincts about the culture of a community are all part of getting it right.

Retirement Homes costs & funding in Hamilton

Typical cost: $2,000$8,128 per month.

Ontario retirement homes are private-pay for the most part; provincial and federal income-tested supports such as Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can help offset living costs, but there is no direct government subsidy for retirement home fees. Families who anticipate needing publicly funded care in the future can contact Ontario Health atHome to learn about long-term care planning alongside their retirement home search.

Frequently asked questions

How much do retirement homes in Hamilton cost per month?
Private-pay rates vary by care level, suite size, and included services — there's no single figure that applies across Hamilton. Browse the listings on this page to compare the range, then call homes directly for a detailed breakdown of what's included in their base fee.
What's the difference between a retirement home and assisted living in Hamilton?
Retirement homes in Ontario are RHRA-licensed communities offering hospitality and optional care services. Assisted Living typically provides a higher, more structured level of daily personal support. If your parent needs hands-on help regularly, explore Hamilton's Assisted Living options alongside retirement homes.
Is there any government funding or subsidy available for retirement homes in Ontario?
Ontario retirement homes are mostly private-pay; they are not publicly funded like long-term care. Federal Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) can help with overall income. For publicly subsidized care, speak with Ontario Health atHome about long-term care eligibility.
How do I arrange a tour or check availability at a Hamilton retirement home?
Contact each home directly using the phone number or enquiry form on their listing page. Most Hamilton communities welcome in-person tours; visiting more than one on the same day helps with comparison. Ask specifically about current availability and waitlist timelines for your preferred suite type.
How do I know a Hamilton retirement home is properly licensed and safe?
All Ontario retirement homes must be licensed by the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA). You can search the RHRA's public registry online to confirm a home's licence status and review its most recent inspection report before committing to anything.

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