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.
Covenant Care - St. Teresa Place
10 Redstone Pl, Calgary, AB T3N 0S7, Canada
Covenant Care - St. Teresa Place in Calgary provides supportive living and memory care, featuring private suites, 24-hour care, and a vibrant, welcoming community.
Evanston Grand Village
40 Evanston Way NW, Calgary, AB T3P 0N6, Canada
Evanston Grand Village in Calgary provides seniors with independent and assisted living in a welcoming, amenity-rich community designed for comfort and connection.
Evanston Summit
150 Evanspark Mnr, Calgary, AB T3P 0N4, Canada
Evanston Summit offers modern retirement living in northwest Calgary, featuring spacious suites, engaging amenities, and a warm, supportive community.
Extendicare Hillcrest
1512 8 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1C1, Canada
Extendicare Hillcrest provides seniors with a safe, comfortable living environment and dedicated support, fostering a sense of community and well-being.
Father Lacombe Care Centre
270 Providence Blvd SE, Calgary, AB T2X 1E4, Canada
Father Lacombe Care Centre offers seniors a welcoming environment with professional care and a focus on comfort, dignity, and community.
Fish Creek North Retirement Community
51 Providence Boulevard SE, Calgary, AB T2X 0X2
Fish Creek North is a vibrant and thoughtfully designed senior living community with personalized support and wellness programs.
Fish Creek West Retirement Community
51 Providence Boulevard SE, Calgary, AB T2X 0X2
Fish Creek West offers a high-end retirement experience with culinary excellence and wellness-focused programming.
Foothills Lutheran Manor
3118 34 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2L 2A4, Canada
Foothills Lutheran Manor offers affordable, comfortable one-bedroom suites for seniors 65+ in Calgary, with easy access to amenities and a supportive community.
Garrison Green Retirement Community
3028 Don Ethell Boulevard SW, Calgary AB T3E 0C9
Luxury senior living with a strong sense of community, personalized care options, and holistic wellness programs.
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.