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Photo of Court at Brooklin
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The staff and management were easy to contact and very knowledgeable about their facility. Arrangements for lunch and tours were very flexible.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Court at Brooklin offers a relaxing, simplified retirement lifestyle that allows seniors more time to do the things they love. We're just minutes from shopping, dining and health care, as well as local points of interest like Darlington Provincial Park on the banks of Lake Ontario. Make a...
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My mom got a two bedroom 2 bath on the ground floor with 2 patios facing a meadow. It was more reasonable than other places. Sadly my dad passed away 1 week after they moved in so she will have to decide...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on manicured grounds in a residential suburb of Toronto, The Court at Pringle Creek offers the comforts of home with the convenience of a simplified, all-inclusive lifestyle. Located only minutes from shopping, dining, health care and local attractions, there's always something to do....
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Everyone was so welcoming! All of Mom’s needs were met and we were impressed by all that is available for her. We appreciate the fact that her sheets and towels are cleaned for her, plus her unit is cleaned...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Holland Gardens Retirement Residence in Bradford, ON is the perfect place to live, laugh and enjoy life. We are not just a retirement residence but an exciting community that offers a luxurious resort-inspired lifestyle. Holland Gardens is located in the heart of a vibrant neighbourhood, making...
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My parents stayed at Sherbrooke for anone month trial visit. The staff and residents were very friendly, welcoming and inclusive. All did their best to make connections and welcome my parents to ensure they...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Set on beautiful grounds in the quiet community of Peterborough, Sherbrooke Heights offers seniors a simplified lifestyle free from chores and home maintenance. We're located just minutes from shopping, dining, health care and many local attractions. Enjoy daily events and activities just outside...
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It was expensive but their are different packages based on the needs of the tenant. My dad had dementia and was confused so he needed all the care possible. The facilities are very nice . Table cloths in the...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Four Elms Retirement Residence is a community designed for assisted living that is located in the rustic town of Thornhill, Ontario. Four Elm Retirement Residence provides the finest in senior living and provides an individualized approach to each senior's physical condition and health level....
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Great staff. Mom is on the 4th floor with additional care required due to her Alzheimer's and vision loss. I find it a bit pricey but we did get one month's rent free which was nice
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in a beautiful setting, White Cliffe Terrace Retirement Residence is located in the growing community of Courtice. With its blend of farmland, charming neighborhoods, business, shopping districts and parks, all within an easy commute of the GTA, it is the ideal place for inspired senior...
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We have just moved in and find residents and staff extremely friendly. The meals are very good with many options. They have a multitude of activities from which you can plan a very satisfying day. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Our family is delighted to know that my sister is safe and well cared for at Amica at Bayview. The staff are all very friendly, kind and understanding. Many thanks to "A Place for Mom" for your invaluable...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Amica at Bayview Gardens, an elegant new retirement residence with stunning interior appointments by Canada's talented interior designer, Brian Gluckstein. This newest Amica residence offers all the amenities and services you expect from an Amica Mature Lifestyles Community, and then...
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Amica at the Balmoral is a well run efficient retirement home. The staff are all very friendly and make a point to get to know their tenants. I would definitely recommend.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Amica at The Balmoral Club is a distinguished rental retirement residence located on prestigious Balmoral Avenue, at the corner of Avenue Road. Nestled between Forest Hill and Rosedale, true luxury can be yours in this exclusive neighborhood setting, conveniently close to a host of local...
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My mom has been there a week now. They made sure she had someone to sit with at lunch right from day one. She has enjoyed activities she would never had done in the past. They staff are friendly, attentive...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Whether you've lived here for years or are new to the area, if you are looking for a charming location for your care—free retirement years, Amica at Whitby offers the best of all worlds. Imagine all the things you love about quaint, vibrant, historic towns, blended with the modern conveniences of...
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Photo of McCowan Retirement Residence
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McCowan Retirement Residence has been my home for the past three years. The staff here are friendly, caring, and conscientious. My fellow residents are also very friendly and easy to get along with. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of St. Bernard's Residence
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Very pleasant, good quality with spiritual values. The people are nice, sister's are thoughtful and considerate. Even Dustin is nice to us all. [Name removed] is a good supervisor and always considering out...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our Mission - 'St. Bernard's Residence is operated by the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood and guided by Christian principles. We strive to provide a safe welcoming home for people of all faiths, respecting at all times the dignity of each individual and supporting them physically,...
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My Mother lived at Amica Newmarket for 5 years before she passed away this year. The staff are what really makes this place. Every resident is treated as someone special without begin condescending. My...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Amica at Newmarket is an intimate and luxurious retirement residence where country living meets big city conveniences. Newmarket's quaint main street shops, charming museums, theatres, farmers' markets and vast green space make a splendid backdrop to this relaxing, enjoyable way of life. With a...
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This is in addition to my original review. I’ve increased my rating based on the consistency and level of care our brother receives from [name removed] and the rest of the team. Our brother is fortunate to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We chose Lynde Creek Manor because they had better nursing care for the assisted living portion of the facility. I was also able to get more PSW help for no money, nursing care was provided at a higher...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of The Roxborough Retirement Residence
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The staff was really good at making my mom feel that she is at home The food is really good and a wide variety of choices Lots of activities for everyone The pricing seems fair for what you get Good...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
You will feel it as soon as you walk through the doors. The Roxborough is rich with the comforts of life as well as a warm and lighthearted ambiance that feels wonderful to come home to. The Roxborough is located only steps away from the state-of-the-art Southlake Regional Health Centre and is...
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It's very good. The only thing is sometimes when you call there can be a ten minute lag for the call button from the time you press it until someone comes. The food is decent, and the facility is nice....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Thorne Mill on Steeles is an assisted living community located in beautiful Thornhill, ON. Our community is central, located close to many amenities, easy to access by car or transit, and surrounded by both a tranquil neighbourhood and numerous city parks.Thorne Mill's skilled staff put an...
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Our mother became a resident in February 2018. We are very pleased with the care and the atmosphere she is now in. She has companions her own age, activities and she is in a safe environment with on-site...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Retirement Suites by the Lake Retirement Suites by the Lake is an independent living community, in Toronto, located right in the heart of Southern Ontario's beach area. Enjoy breathtaking, picturesque views from Rosetta McClain Park, which is located right next door. The history of Scarborough...
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They are doing a great job. Sometimes there is a slip, it was a rough stuff in the beginning. Getting coordinated was a little tricky. But anytime we need anything they step up and take care of it. It's a...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Over the past 20 years, Beach Arms Retirement Residence has provided an atmosphere of companionship, security and graciousness for every day life. Our commitment is to provide quality accommodations, care and services to meet the needs of our residents. The Beach Arms is conveniently located...
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Sunrise was able to help us out with temporary care until we could get my dad admitted to the veterans hospital. It is a great place with many caring individuals who went above and beyond the call for us.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Sunrise of Aurora is an assisted living community in the upscale town of Aurora, Ontario, just north of Toronto. Our professionally-landscaped community is conveniently located near the shops and services of Yonge Street, overlooking the scenic fairways of the Highland Gate Golf Club. As one of...
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I am grateful everyday to have found Richmond Hill Retirement Residence. It is such a wonderful home for my Mom to live. My Mom has lived here for just over 2 years. The staff are caring and treat the...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Richmond Hill Retirement Residence is an independent senior living community that offers individualized assistance and support to their residents. Located in the upscale town of Richmond Hill, Ontario, in the Regional Municipality of York. Our modern, well-appointed community is located just off...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Bethany Manor, residents enjoy three meals daily and weekly housekeeping. Bethany Manor has visiting physicians and day nurse for medication dispensing. Studios and Suites have individually controlled air conditioning units. The private bathrooms are elegantly designed and include a walk-in...
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Very accomodating to all of my mothers needs
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located at Dufferin and Major Mackenzie Drive, Richview is nestled between the world famous Eagles Nest Golf Resort and a forested conservation region — offering residents, not only the most breathtaking view, but also a uniquely serene and fresh environment, just minutes from the heart of...
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The experience has been very good, and the staff there in every position has just been wonderful. We have had no complaints there, they are really good towards our loved ones. We really like the dining hall...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My loved one is a resident at One Kenton Place and everything about her experience at this facility has been great. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff and quality of care are also great. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

What families are saying about independent living in Manilla

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Amica Bayview Village in North York, ON

4.5
It's great. They don't give anyone the hook, they bring in the care, and they can age in place. The Amica at Bayview Gardens is a bit fancier, and they offer a higher level of luxury. I didn't realize they were even an option, so it's something to consider. But we certainly are happy with this ...
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Lynde Creek Manor in Whitby, ON

5.0
Lynde Creek is very nice and has a bright, welcoming feel every time we visit. The staff is great and so far, we have had a good experience here. We are so thankful.

Richmond Hill Retirement Residence

4.2
My parents moved in for a staycation at the beginning of March. The transition was difficult for them as they had to leave their beloved home of 43 years. A couple of weeks later, the home was on lockdown due to the Pandemic. The staff at RHRH have been so helpful and accommodating with my ...
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