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Canada's Trusted Information Source for Seniors, Caregivers, Families and Service Providers.
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I want to stay as independent as I can. What are some options for seniors' housing?
Most seniors want to live on their own, in their communities. They also want to be able to maintain their lifestyles. However, people's needs and abilities change as they get older. As a result, they may have to consider their best housing option. This Web page gives information to assist you in making these decisions.
Source : Government of Canada. Public Health Agency of Canada, Canadian Health Network.
Retirement Home Checklist
Are you or one of your family members thinking of living in a retirement home? Do you know what kind of rental units are available? Is the home physically accessible? Who decides when and under what circumstances you must leave? Marketplace Files provides information tips on how to choose a retirement home which will be right for you.
Source : Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Ontario
Find A Retirement Home - Ontario Retirement Communities Association
Find an Ontario Retirement Communities Association approved retirement home in the province of Ontario.
Source : Ontario Retirement Communities Association
Contact Information :
- Toll-free: 1-800-361-7254
- Telephone: 905-403-0500
- Fax: 905-403-0502
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E-Mail :
info@orca-homes.com
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Business Address :
Ontario Retirement Communities Association 2155 Leanne Blvd. Suite 218 Mississauga Ontario L5K 2K8
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Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes and Services for Seniors (OANHSS)
OANHSS is a provincial, non-profit organization representing long term care facilities, seniors housing, and community agencies that provide care and services on a not-for-profit basis.
Contact Information :
- Woodbridge: 905-851-8821
- Fax: (F) 905-851-0744
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Business Address :
Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes & Services for Seniors 7050 Weston Road, Suite 700, Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 8G7
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Postal Address :
Ontario Association of Non-Profit Homes & Services for Seniors 7050 Weston Road, Suite 700, Woodbridge, Ontario L4L 8G7
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Ontario Retirement Communities Association
The Ontario Retirement Communities Association is a voluntary, non-profit organization that accredits retirement homes in Ontario and provides information on how to choose a retirement home, retirement home standards and approved retirement homes.
Source : Ontario Retirement Communities Association
Contact Information :
- Toll-free: 1-800-361-7254
- Telephone: 905-403-0500
- Fax: 905-403-0502
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E-Mail :
info@orca-homes.com
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Business Address :
Ontario Retirement Communities Association 2155 Leanne Blvd. Suite 218 Mississauga Ontario L5K 2K8
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Residential Care
In Ontario, three main types of residential settings provide both accommodation and care for seniors : Supportive Housing, Retirement Homes, and Long-Term Care Facilities. Each setting offers different types of accommodations and varying levels of service. Assess your personal situation and compare your needs with the amenities and services offered by each setting.
Source : Government of Ontario. Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.
Contact Information :
- Infoline(toll-free):: 1-800-268-1154
- Local Toronto Telephone:: 416-314-5518
- Toll-free TTY:: 1-800-268-1154
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Retirement Home Complaints Response & Information Service-Ontario Retirement Communities Association
Funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship, the Complaints Response and Information Service gives seniors and their families the information they need to make choices and helps them resolve problems quickly and effectively.
Source : Ontario Retirement Communities Association
Contact Information :
- Toll-free: 1-800-361-7254
- Telephone: 905-403-0500
- Fax: 905-403-0502
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E-Mail :
info@orca-homes.com
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Business Address :
Ontario Retirement Communities Association 2155 Leanne Blvd. Suite 218 Mississauga Ontario L5K 2K8
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Seniors' Care : Retirement Homes
Information on Retirement homes. Retirement homes are privately owned rental accommodations for seniors who are able to manage and pay for their own care. Generally, retirement homes are designed for seniors who need minimal to moderate support with their daily living activities. These settings enable residents to live as independently as possible, while providing certain services and social activities. Retirement homes are also called "retirement residences".
Source : Government of Ontario. Ministry of Health and Long-term Care.
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free:: 1-800-268-1154
- Local Toronto telephone:: 416-314-5518
- Toll-Free TTY:: 1-800-387-5559
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The Care Guide | Home
Welcome to The Care Guide, a free and comprehensive resource to help you make informed decisions about senior housing, care services and related matters for you or a loved one including retirement homes, assisted living, independent supportive living, long-term care, home care services, home support services, community support services and alzheimer care options in Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia.
Source : The Care Guide
Contact Information :
- Toll-free: 1-800-311-CARE (2273)
- Phone: 416-287-CARE (2273)
- Fax: 416-284-2571
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E-Mail :
info@thecareguide.com
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Business Address :
The Care Guide 20 Rivermede Road, Suite 202 Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 3N3, Canada
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Tips on Choosing a Retirement Residence - Ontario Retirement Communities Association
This site from the Ontario Retirement Communities Association suggests several ideas to help you make the right personal choice in selecting an appropriate retirement residence.
Source : Ontario Retirement Communities Association
Contact Information :
- Toll-free: 1-800-361-7254
- Telephone: 905-403-0500
- Fax: 905-403-0502
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E-Mail :
info@orca-homes.com
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Business Address :
Ontario Retirement Communities Association 2155 Leanne Blvd. Suite 218 Mississauga Ontario L5K 2K8
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Canada
The Care Guide - Everything under the sun for seniors' housing and care
Comprehensive guides to seniors' housing and care services including retirement homes, nursing homes, home health care, adult lifestyle retirement communities, supportive housing and palliative hospice care.
Source : Care Planning Partners Inc.
When You Retire (PDF Format)
This pamphlet explains the tax rules for common types of income you may receive after you retire and deductions and credits you can claim.This pamphlet explains the tax rules for common types of income you may receive after you retire and deductions and credits you can claim.
Source : Canada Revenue Agency
Contact Information :
- Toll-Free Telephone: 1-800-959-8281
- T.I.P.S. (Tax Information Phone Service): 1-800-267-6999
- Teletypewriter (TTY) users: 1-800-665-0354
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Postal Address :
Client Services Directorate Canada Revenue Agency Lancaster Road Ottawa ON K1A 0L5
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