calgary Senior Homes
Find the best senior homes in Calgary, Alberta including retirement communities, assisted living facilities, and long-term care residences. Whether you’re searching for independent senior living or specialized senior care in Calgary, this directory lists trusted options tailored to your needs.
Bethany Riverview
2915 26 Ave SE #200, Calgary, AB T2B 2W6, Canada
Bethany Riverview in Calgary provides long-term care with specialized dementia support, modern amenities, and a welcoming, homelike environment for seniors.
Boardwalk Retirement Community
3520 31 St NW, Calgary, AB T2L 2A5, Canada
Boardwalk Retirement Community in Calgary provides seniors with modern 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, engaging activities, and convenient amenities in a friendly setting.
Bow Centre Housing Society
7915 43 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T3B 4R6, Canada
Bow Centre Housing Society offers independent senior living in Calgary, featuring comfortable suites, engaging amenities, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Bow Valley Community
1020 Bow Valley Dr NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6P9, Canada
Bow Valley Community provides a supportive senior living environment designed for comfort, connection, and a fulfilling lifestyle in a scenic setting.
Calgary Grace Lutheran Manor
3600 Sarcee Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 6X5, Canada
Calgary Grace Lutheran Manor provides self-contained seniors’ apartments in a friendly, supportive community near the heart of Calgary.
Cambrian Manor
4811 Niven Rd NW, Calgary, AB T2K 6B7, Canada
Cambrian Manor in Calgary provides independent living for seniors in a peaceful community, featuring comfortable suites, social activities, and convenient city connections.
Canyon Meadows
12 Deerview Terrace SE, Calgary, AB T2J 7E6, Canada
Canyon Meadows offers independent senior living in Calgary, featuring private apartments, all-inclusive amenities, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Carewest - George Boyack
1203 Centre Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 4N7, Canada
Carewest George Boyack in Calgary provides long-term care for seniors, featuring a supportive environment, engaging community programs, and a range of on-site amenities.
Carewest Colonel Belcher
1945 Veteran's Way NW, Calgary, AB T3B 5Y7, Canada
Carewest Colonel Belcher in Calgary provides seniors with long-term and supportive living options, featuring modern amenities and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Learn More About senior Care in Calgary
Calgary is one of the youngest major cities in Canada by median age, and its senior living market reflects a city that is still catching up to an aging population that has grown faster than almost anywhere else in the country. Between 2016 and 2021 alone, the number of Calgarians aged 65 and over increased by 28 percent. That growth has driven significant investment in new senior living capacity, which means families searching here are more likely to encounter newer facilities than in older Canadian cities, but may also find that supply and demand are still finding their balance.
Alberta governs senior care through the Continuing Care Act, which took effect in April 2024 and replaced several older pieces of legislation. The Act covers the full spectrum of continuing care settings in the province, including continuing care homes and supportive living accommodations. Alberta Health Services (AHS) administers access to publicly funded continuing care, and placement in designated facilities requires an assessment by an AHS case manager to determine care needs. For families considering private-pay options, access is arranged directly with the operator without requiring an AHS referral, which can make the process more straightforward for those who are not yet in the public system.
Calgary is a car-oriented city by design. Unlike Ottawa, Toronto, or Vancouver, where transit is a realistic primary option for seniors in many neighbourhoods, Calgary’s CTrain serves specific corridors and much of the city’s residential sprawl is less well-served by transit. Walkability varies significantly by neighbourhood, with inner-city communities like Beltline, Kensington, and Mission being far more pedestrian-friendly than the city’s extensive suburban areas. This is worth factoring in when evaluating where a senior will live, particularly if driving is no longer an option.
For families visiting from other parts of Canada or from the United States, Calgary is well-connected. Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the fourth-busiest airport in Canada and offers direct service to major cities across North America and internationally. The city is also a roughly three-hour drive from Edmonton, making it accessible for families spread across Alberta. The proximity to the Rocky Mountains and the broader quality of life Calgary offers continues to attract retirees, and the city’s relatively lower cost of senior living compared to Vancouver or Toronto is a factor many families consider when weighing options.
Calgary’s senior population, while younger than the national average as a share of total population, has been growing steadily and the infrastructure supporting that growth continues to expand. The range of options available here today is meaningfully broader than it was a decade ago. Use the search tool above to filter listings by neighbourhood, care type, and the features most relevant to your family’s situation.