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The cost of independent living in Alma is about $3,626 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 329 options. Read 532 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Our loved one is quite happy there, he says a cleaning lady comes once a week and his apartment is kept clean all the time. The staff is friendly and have been really patient and helpful with our family....
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We provide an Affordable Choice to families and residents looking for a retirement home with assisted living.Our private rooms start at $1900 and we guarantee the best rates in the Area.A CMHC study showed that only 1.4% of Retirement Homes in Halton offer private rooms for less than $3,000.We...
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We only had a brief experience with The Erinview, as unfortunately our loved one passed before she could move in. However it was a very nice looking place, and the staff were caring and compassionate. They...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At The Erinview by Sifton, we make a difference by providing outstanding customer experiences. We are a Canadian, third generation family company that appreciates our community roots and history. As one of the Top 50 Employers we know it is our compassionate staff that is key to your comfort and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I love it here as they have cottages that are private. You are able to be as independent as you want to be. The maintenance is wonderful, they take care of the snow removal, place salt down, and the flower...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We welcome you to a community where caring hearts and friendly smiles await you! Guelph Lake Commons is so much more than walls and windows – it is a place to enjoy home-cooked meals, game night, or a quiet evening with family and friends. It is where you always feel comfortable, safe and...
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We were reluctant to choose this home because of the stories we’ve heard from the previous owner. After touring, we finally decided to go ahead and the experience has been great! Mom is very happy and...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are a 28 suite Retirement Home/ Assisted Living Facility designed with our resident's safety top of mind. Our inclusive pricing ensures there are no surprises with your cost. Standard Care included in our standard pricing are:- Onsite Physician- Onsite Nurses-Onsite Pharmacy- Personalized Plan...
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For my father who has recently moved in, the jury is still out of course. From the standpoint of most of my family, we could not have found a more suitable place for him where he eats better and is now free...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Queensview is owned and operated by Nautical Lands Group. There are 75 suites in the main building with one and two bedroom spacious suites. Or you can choose one of 24 independent studio garden villas (with service option). As a resident of Queensview Retirement Community you will enjoy premium...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Evergreen Retirement Community is an assisted living community which is located in the city of Mississauga, Ontario in the Regional Municipality of Peel, Canada. Mississauga, Ontario is located on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario for the perfect setting for this assisted living...
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Everyone was very friendly. The meals seem really good, and the rooms were adequate. It was very clean and well kept. It's very expensive, and didn't end up being the best fit for us. Overall I would give...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Sunrise of Burlington we seek to offer individualized service plans to each resident, while maintaining and enhancing their quality of life. We offer long and short term stay options and a broad menu of services and activities from which to choose; including medication monitoring, incontinence...
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My mother moved into Vistamere last December. She has nothing but good things to say about the staff, and her beautiful apartment is kept clean, as is the rest of the facility. The gardens are well-tended,...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Vistamere Retirement Residence, we provide individualized senior care in a welcoming and safe atmosphere. Since 1987, we’ve been serving the Oakville community under the same ownership and management. As a privately owned and operated retirement residence, we give you the personal care you...
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Our parents moved into Heritage House this spring. The level of care included in the basic package is higher than in other places we visited. This is a very friendly and caring place. We are impressed by...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Well established retirement residence offering independent, assisted living and respite (short stay). ALL RESIDENTS BENEFIT FROM INCLUDED SERVICES SUCH AS: Medication Administration, daily and weekly housekeeping, weekly laundry, 3 meals + snacks, various recreational programs. Additional care...
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Such care and attention for the residents is evident. [name removed] are so helpful, positive and amazing people who know all residents by name and have their best interests at heart. I know my Mom is...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
This beautiful community is the perfect place to live. With its picturesque village setting and harbor on Lake Ontario, Port Credit Residences offers an array of shops, boutiques and waterfront dining within walking distance. Port Credit Residences opened its doors in October 2011. Our caring and...
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Very happy with the great service our 93 year-old mother has gotten from Southbrook for the past year and a half. All the staff are very helpful and go over and above expectations for anything mom needs....
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
At Southbrook, everything we do makes life easier and more enjoyable. We offer a variety of spacious accommodations, carefree dining, diverse social and recreational programs as well as independent living and assisted living care services.We have the facilities and amenities that make you feel...
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I have been enjoying my stay at Listowel Fine Living, the people are friendly, it's nice and quite, and i feel well taken care of. It's starting to feel like home
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Visiting is a pleasure, what you see is what you get. They kindly provide a full range of activities based on individual need. There is a chef on site providing fresh meals each day. The smaller scale...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The independent living community of Villa Del Sole is located in the bustling town of Woodbridge, Ontario. Woodbridge is a part of York Region and is about ten miles from Toronto and Lake Ontario. Villa Del Sole is easily accessed from Highway 57 and is a few minutes from The National Gold Club...
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My family and loved one had a great experience at The Residences on Augusta. The community has excellent and caring staff. The Residences has a friendly atmosphere with friendly residents and staff. ...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located at the centre of the historic downtown Hamilton, ON is The Residences on Augusta senior housing community. The community offers independent living services for seniors. It is located close to the Hamilton Escarpment and is surrounded by shopping centres such as downtown shopping. It is...
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Amazing staff, devoted to caring and helping the most vulnerable, best manager in the city.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My dad passed away in [date removed] and was only at Park View Retirement for 1 1/2 months, however. They were very kind and the residents were very friendly. Food was great. Hope this helps. They were as...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Heritage Place has been really great and we love them. They were without a sales person at the time we were working with them and so we worked with the general manager. she did a wonderful job. The facility...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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The community is wonderful and the staff is awesome. They really make my loved one feel like they are home. The staff is helpful and understanding. They provide healthy choices for my loved one to chose...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Wonderful place. Food delicious with lots of choices. Exercise programs every morning. Nice having services such as haircuts, foot care and blood work in house when needed. Staff very friendly and helpful. ...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I have nothing but high praise for Shalom Village. A good friend died and her husband had to go into a home - Shalom was the only option as he is an Orthodox Jew and kosher (I should note that only a...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Kipling Acres is absolutely spotless and the staff of very caring and kind. A perfect spot for my brother who needs care after several strokes and a recent broken hip. Special mention. [Name removed]...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Caring and devoted staff, very friendly and pleasant to deal with.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Although my brother moved into Conestoga Lodge during COVID, he seems to have settled in pretty good. He wasn't too impressed with being isolated but was given good care. They were very diligent in COVID...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We're getting along fine, and we like it here so far. The meals are pretty good overall. They serve something different every day. The people here are nice, and the staff are really good. So I don't...
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

What families are saying about independent living in Alma

Recent reviews for independent living in Alma

Oakville Senior Citizens Residence-Tower 1

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They've been very good to communicate with. They provide a great service and environment at a great price. The apartments are small, but they're clean. My loved one says she likes the meals, and they offer a good variety.

Credit River Retirement Residence in Streetsville, ON

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Things are going great at Credit River so far. It is a gorgeous facility that is clean and well kept. The staff is gracious and caring. Highly recommended

Southbrook Retirement Community in Brampton, ON

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Staff is freindly, facility is clean. Price is comperable or better than other homes I toured. Grounds are well kept. Monthly events calendar, with in house salon, laundry room, chapel, library etc. The facility is a good size without over crowding. The only complaint I hear from my mother ...
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