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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All applications and admission to long-term care homes are arranged by Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs). These services used to be provided through Community Care Access Centres – or CCACs.
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.
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.
Retirement Homes in Ontario are licensed under the Retirement Homes Act and covered by the Residential Tenancies Act. You can find more information on the Ontario Retirement Communities Association website at www.orcaretirement.com.
It depends on the residence. Many have fully licensed dining rooms, pubs or other areas. Happy hours are very common. Ask at those Homes you are interested in to determine if this is the case.
