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.
Carewest Garrison Green
3108 Don Ethell Blvd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 6Z5, Canada
Carewest Garrison Green provides seniors with a safe, comfortable living environment in Calgary, featuring modern amenities and a warm, supportive community.
Carewest Glenmore Park
6909 14 St SW, Calgary, AB T2V 2M2, Canada
Carewest Glenmore Park provides seniors with a supportive and comfortable living environment, offering personalized care and a vibrant community atmosphere.
Carewest Nickle House
950 Robert Rd NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6Y5, Canada
Carewest Nickle House provides supportive living for adults under 65 in Calgary, offering personal care, health monitoring, and daily living support in a warm, inclusive environment.
Carewest Rouleau Manor
2206 2 St SW, Calgary, AB T2S 3C4, Canada
Carewest Rouleau Manor in Calgary provides specialized care for adults with complex mental health needs, offering a supportive environment and modern amenities.
Carewest Royal Park
4222 Sarcee Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 6V9, Canada
Carewest Royal Park provides long-term care for seniors over 65 with complex needs, offering private suites and a welcoming, social environment in Calgary.
Carewest Sarcee
3504 Sarcee Rd SW, Calgary, AB T3E 4T4, Canada
Carewest Sarcee provides seniors with a safe, comfortable living environment and a supportive community designed to enhance quality of life.
Cathedral Manor Estates
11 Varsity Estates View NW, Calgary, AB T3B 5G5, Canada
Cathedral Manor Estates provides independent seniors with comfortable apartment-style living, engaging social activities, and easy access to local amenities in NW Calgary.
Cedars Villa Extendicare
3330 8 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0E7, Canada
Cedars Villa Extendicare provides seniors with a safe, comfortable residence and a caring community designed to support their daily living needs.
Cedarwood Station by Optima Living
304 1 Ave NW, Airdrie, AB T4B 0C4, Canada
Cedarwood Station, an Optima Living community, provides seniors with a comfortable and supportive environment, featuring modern amenities and a vibrant 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.