Sherbrooke Senior Homes

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Auberge Brooks Residence pour retraites

2.36 reviews

55 Rue Brooks, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1H 4X7, Canada

Auberge Brooks in Sherbrooke, QC supports independent and semi-independent seniors, as well as those with cognitive or physical challenges, with personalized care.


Centre d'hébergement Saint-Joseph

4.06 reviews

611 Bd Queen-Victoria, Sherbrooke, QC

Centre d'hébergement Saint-Joseph is a care residence located in Sherbrooke, QC, supporting seniors in the Estrie community.


CHAIRE DE RECHERCHE POUR UN VIEILLISSEMENT EN SANTÉ

SS de l’Estrie – CH US, CIUSSS de l’Estrie – CHUS 1036, rue Belvédère Sud Sherbrooke (QC), J1H 4C4US, 1036 Rue Belvédère S, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1H 4C4, Canada

Based in Sherbrooke, Quebec, this research chair focuses on promoting healthy aging through exercise science and adapted physical activity programs.


Chartwell Rock Forest

3.812 reviews

1111 Rue du Haut-Bois N, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1N 1A4, Canada

Chartwell Rock Forest is a retirement residence in Sherbrooke, QC offering independent living in spacious suites with dining, activities, and on-site amenities.


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Chartwell Seigneuries du Carrefour résidence pour retraités

4.620 reviews

445 Rue des Érables, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1L 0C2, Canada

Chartwell Seigneuries du Carrefour in Sherbrooke, QC offers independent retirement living with dining, wellness programs, and flexible apartment styles from $1,704/month.


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CHSLD Benjamin-Victor-Rousselot

3.518 reviews

5655 Sherbrooke St E, Montreal, Quebec H1N 1A2, Canada

CHSLD Benjamin-Victor-Rousselot is a long-term care home located at 5655 Sherbrooke St E in Montreal, Quebec, offering residential support for seniors.


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CHSLD J.-Henri Charbonneau

4.123 reviews

3095 Sherbrooke St E, Montreal, Quebec H1W 1B6, Canada

CHSLD J.-Henri Charbonneau is a long-term care residence located in Montreal, Quebec, offering supported living with amenities including WiFi access.


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CHSLD Jean-Hubert-Biermans

3.117 reviews

7905 Sherbrooke St E, Montreal, Quebec H1L 1A4, Canada

CHSLD Jean-Hubert-Biermans is a long-term care facility located in Montreal, Quebec, offering residential support for seniors in the east end of the city.


CHSLD Vigi Shermont

5.07 reviews

3220 12 Ave N, Sherbrooke, Quebec J1H 5H3, Canada

CHSLD Vigi Shermont is a long-term care residence located in Sherbrooke, Quebec, offering supported living for seniors who need ongoing care and assistance.


Learn More About senior Care in Sherbrooke

Sherbrooke is Quebec’s sixth-largest city and the principal city of the Eastern Townships, known in French as l’Estrie. It sits at the confluence of the Saint-François and Magog rivers in the heart of a region known for its rolling countryside, heritage architecture, and strong educational and healthcare institutions. Sherbrooke is a university city — the Université de Sherbrooke and Bishop’s University in nearby Lennoxville are both significant institutions — which gives the city an intellectual character and demographic mix that includes a substantial student population alongside its established residents.

Sherbrooke at a Glance
172,950 (City of Sherbrooke, 2021 Census) — largest city in the Eastern Townships (l'Estrie)
Approximately 21 to 22% aged 65 and over (2021 Census) — above the national average, reflecting the Eastern Townships' older demographic profile
Approximately 42 to 43 years (2021 Census) — above the national median
Quebec
49 senior home listings in Sherbrooke
Getting Around Sherbrooke
STS (Société de transport de Sherbrooke): bus network serving the city. Primarily car-oriented; transit covers key corridors but most residential areas are vehicle-dependent. The university campuses are well-served by transit.
STS provides accessible low-floor buses on select routes. Para-transit service is available for registered residents unable to use conventional transit. Contact STS for registration details.
No commercial airport in Sherbrooke. Sherbrooke Airport (YSC) handles private and cargo aviation. Most travellers use Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL), approximately 150 km west (about 1.5 hours by car via Highway 10).
Limited. Sherbrooke Station is on the VIA Rail Montreal-Halifax route (the Ocean). Service is infrequent — not a practical commuter option but provides a real connection to Montreal and Halifax several times per week.
Moderate in the downtown core and near the Université de Sherbrooke campus. Most residential areas are car-dependent. The Rivière Saint-François and Rivière Magog trails provide accessible outdoor walking along the waterways.
Highway 10 (Autoroute de l'Estrie) connects west to Montreal (approximately 150 km, about 1.5 hours). Highway 55 connects south toward Vermont (US border approximately 65 km south). Sherbrooke is approximately 150 km east of Montreal and 210 km south of Quebec City.
Senior Care in Quebec
Ministry of Health and Social Services (Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux, MSSS). The CIUSSS de l'Estrie-CHUS administers health and social services for the Sherbrooke region.
Regulation respecting the certification of private seniors' residences (RPAs). Long-term care centres (CHSLDs) are governed under Quebec's health and social services legislation.
49 listings across care types including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Long-Term Care
CHSLDs and Intermediate Resources (IRs) receive provincial government funding. Costs for publicly funded beds are set by the 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 CIUSSS de l'Estrie-CHUS.

Sherbrooke’s senior population is approximately 21 to 22 percent of total residents, above the national average and consistent with the broader Eastern Townships region, which has historically had one of Quebec’s older demographic profiles. The city has a well-developed senior living market that serves both its own residents and seniors from surrounding smaller communities in l’Estrie who choose Sherbrooke for its concentration of services. The CIUSSS de l’Estrie-CHUS is the health authority for the region, and the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Sherbrooke (CHUS) is one of the teaching hospitals in Quebec, providing strong regional medical infrastructure.

Quebec’s senior care framework applies in Sherbrooke as across the province. RPAs (private seniors’ residences) must hold a certificate of compliance from the MSSS, and CHSLDs provide publicly funded long-term care for those with significant needs. Access to publicly funded placements is through the CIUSSS de l’Estrie following a needs assessment. The Eastern Townships have historically had a significant anglophone minority community, particularly in communities near the Vermont border, and Sherbrooke has some English-language services and care options, though the city is predominantly francophone.

Sherbrooke is primarily car-oriented but is served by the STS (Société de transport de Sherbrooke), which operates a bus network within the city. The city does not have direct rail service, though VIA Rail operates between Montreal and Sherbrooke on the Quebec-Halifax corridor, with infrequent departures. Highway 10 connects west to Montreal approximately 150 km away, a drive of about one and a half hours, and Highway 55 connects south toward Vermont. For out-of-province visitors, flying to Montreal and driving is the most practical approach.

The city’s character is shaped by the rivers that run through it, the hills of the Eastern Townships surrounding it, and the institutional anchors of its universities and hospital. The downtown on King Street has undergone revitalization, and the cultural scene benefits from the university population. For families considering Sherbrooke as a senior living destination, the combination of healthcare infrastructure, cultural programming, natural setting, and relatively moderate cost compared to Montreal makes it a compelling option in the Eastern Townships region. Use the search tool above to filter listings by care type and the features most relevant to your family’s situation.