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Considering a new home is no simple decision. We’re happy to provide below a list of common questions and useful resources to help you in your research.

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Long-Term Care

Please contact your Ontario Health atHome branch.

All applications and admission to long-term care homes are arranged by Ontario Health atHome.

Your local Ontario Health atHome Branch will help you every step of the way. Ontario Health atHome staff will:

There are significant wait lists for long-term care in most areas of the province. The length of your wait is dependent upon which Home and the type of accommodation you have selected.

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Retirement

Retirement Homes are covered under the Residential Tenancies Act. You will sign a Residency Agreement but only 30 days’ notice is required to terminate the agreement.

No, accommodations in Retirement Homes are all rentals.

Many Retirement Residences welcome pets but ask to be certain. If pets are allowed, you are fully responsible for your pet and to provide an emergency contact should you be unable to care for it.

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