Montreal Senior Homes

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David - CHSLD St-Georges

4.031 reviews

3550 Rue Saint-Urbain, Montreal, Quebec H2X 4C5, Canada

David - CHSLD St-Georges is a care residence located at 3550 Rue Saint-Urbain in Montreal, Quebec, offering chef-prepared meals in a supportive setting.


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Résidence Bellagio

3.847 reviews

1205 Ch. du Tremblay, Longueuil, Quebec J4N 1R4, Canada

Résidence Bellagio in Longueuil, QC provides around-the-clock personalized care for seniors in a warm, secure, and comfortable setting.


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Centre d'hébergement Paul-Lizotte

3.910 reviews

6850 Boul. Gouin E, Montréal-Nord, Quebec H1G 6L7, Canada

Centre d'hébergement Paul-Lizotte is a long-term care facility in Montréal-Nord, QC, supporting seniors with significant loss of autonomy in a welcoming setting.


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CHSLD de La Petite-Patrie

3.611 reviews

6767 Cartier St, Montreal, Quebec H2G 3G2, Canada

CHSLD de La Petite-Patrie provides long-term residential care for seniors in Montreal, offering 96 private rooms and around-the-clock medical support.


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Résidence Lionel-Bourdon

4.34 reviews

12100 Boulevard Rodolphe-Forget, Montréal, QC

Résidence Lionel-Bourdon offers independent senior living in Montréal's Rivière-des-Prairies neighbourhood, with dining, entertainment, and on-site amenities included.


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Manoir Saint-Patrice

4.612 reviews

3615 Bd Perron, Laval, Quebec H7V 0C2, Canada

Manoir Saint-Patrice is a long-term care residence in Chomedey, Laval, offering quality care in a warm, family-oriented community for 96 residents.


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Heritage Gardens

5.04 reviews

1389 Victoria Ave, Saint-Lambert, Quebec J4R 0A2, Canada

Heritage Gardens in Saint-Lambert, Quebec offers refined senior living with on-site amenities including a spa, hair salon, aquatic activities, and gourmet dining.


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CHSLD Résidence Riviera

3.926 reviews

2999 Boulevard Notre Dame, Laval, Quebec H7V 4C4, Canada

CHSLD Résidence Riviera is a 128-bed long-term care residence in Laval, QC, known for personalized care and chef-prepared meals in a warm, welcoming setting.


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Résidence Complexe Gouin-Langelier

4.019 reviews

6700 Boul. Gouin E, Montréal-Nord, QC

Résidence Complexe Gouin-Langelier is a retirement residence in Montréal-Nord offering spacious apartments with balconies, dining, wellness amenities, and a full range of lifestyle services.


Learn More About senior Care in Montreal

Montreal is unlike any other city in Canada for families navigating senior living. It operates within a distinct provincial system, carries a strong French-language identity, and offers a senior care market that is structured differently from what families in Ontario or British Columbia would typically encounter. Understanding those differences before starting a search saves time and reduces confusion.

Montreal at a Glance
1,762,949 (City of Montreal, 2021 Census)
Approximately 16.8% aged 65 and over
Approximately 38 to 40 years (2021 Census)
Quebec
291 senior home listings in Montreal
Getting Around Montreal
STM (Societe de transport de Montreal): metro (4 lines, 68 stations) and bus network (approximately 200 routes). The REM (Reseau express metropolitain), an automated light rail system, is expanding across the greater Montreal area with 23 stations currently in service.
Transport Adapte: STM's door-to-door paratransit service for residents unable to use conventional transit due to mobility limitations. Requires registration and advance booking. As of 2026 the service is operated by contracted private providers using accessible minivans.
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL), approximately 20 km west of downtown. The STM 747 bus runs 24/7 between the airport and downtown. A direct REM rail link to the airport is planned and in development.
Yes. Montreal Central Station (Gare Centrale) is the main intercity rail hub, located downtown near Bonaventure metro station. Daily VIA Rail service to Ottawa, Toronto, Quebec City, and points beyond.
Varies by neighbourhood. Plateau-Mont-Royal, Mile End, and downtown are highly walkable. NDG, Cote-des-Neiges, and the West Island are more car-dependent in many areas. Montreal's underground city (RESO) provides climate-controlled pedestrian access to much of the downtown core.
Autoroutes 20, 40, and 15 are the main arterial routes. Montreal is approximately 200 km from Ottawa and 260 km from Quebec City by road. The Jacques-Cartier and Champlain bridges connect the island to the South Shore.
Senior Care in Quebec
Ministry of Health and Social Services (Ministere de la Sante et des Services sociaux, MSSS)
Regulation respecting the certification of private seniors' residences (RPAs). Long-term care centres (CHSLDs) are governed under Quebec's health and social services legislation.
Assisted Living, Continuing Care, Independent Living, Long-Term Care, Memory Care, Palliative Care, Respite Care, Retirement Home, Skilled Nursing
CHSLDs and Intermediate Resources (IRs) receive provincial government funding. Costs for publicly funded beds are set by the Regie de l'assurance maladie du Quebec (RAMQ) and based on the resident's income. RPAs are privately funded through resident fees.
Quebec has both publicly and privately operated senior residences. RPAs are private and certified by the MSSS. CHSLDs may be public, private contracted, or private non-contracted. Access to publicly funded placements requires a formal needs assessment through the local health network (CISSS or CIUSSS).

Quebec regulates senior housing through the Ministry of Health and Social Services, known in French as the MSSS. Private seniors’ residences in Quebec are called RPAs, or residences privees pour aines, and must hold a certificate of compliance issued by the provincial government to operate legally. This certification ensures that RPAs meet established health and safety standards. For families, it means that any certified RPA you find in Montreal is subject to government oversight, which is worth knowing when evaluating your options. Long-term care, at the other end of the spectrum, is provided through CHSLDs, which are long-term care centres serving seniors with significant loss of autonomy. Access to a publicly funded CHSLD bed is arranged through the local health network and typically involves an assessment of the senior’s needs.

The linguistic dimension matters in Montreal in a way it does not in most Canadian cities. Montreal is predominantly francophone, and many senior residences operate primarily or exclusively in French. However, the city has a sizable anglophone population and a strong tradition of English-language institutions, including English-language senior residences and care homes. Families looking for an English-first care environment will find options in Montreal, but it is worth confirming language of care early in the search process.

Montreal is Canada’s second-largest city and the largest in Quebec, with a well-developed transit system and strong medical infrastructure. The McGill University Health Centre, Jewish General Hospital, and Montreal General Hospital are among the major institutions serving the city, and specialist care across most disciplines is available locally. The city’s neighbourhoods vary considerably in character, from the dense urban core of Plateau-Mont-Royal and Rosemont to quieter residential areas in NDG, Cote-des-Neiges, and the West Island. Where a residence is located on the island affects daily life significantly, particularly in terms of transit access and walkability.

Montreal is generally considered one of the more affordable major Canadian cities, and senior living costs here tend to reflect that. For families weighing cost as a factor across multiple cities, Montreal typically offers more options at lower price points than Toronto or Vancouver. Use the search tool above to filter listings by neighbourhood, care type, and the features that matter most to your family.