What to know about this topic:
- The most popular retirement communities in Sarnia
- How to find the right senior living for you
- Retiring to Sarnia from out of the area
Retire in Sarnia and area! People from out of the area who are interested in setting near Sarnia will love retiring and settling here. Real estate in Sarnia is more affordable than in larger centers like London (let alone larger Ontario cities like Toronto). In outlying areas such as Corunna, Brights Grove and other towns, the living is easy and the life is good!
The most popular retirement communities in Sarnia
Sarnia has a wide variety of seniors' condos and apartments to choose from.
In town and in the outlying areas, there are a number of excellent active lifestyle communities, where you get the very best of many worlds. People settle here where many of the mundane tasks of life (lawn cutting, driveway shoveling and other pesky household tasks) are taken care of by someone else. These "55 plus" communities provide an ideal lifestyle for people who have emptied the nest and are looking for a community of older people like themselves, without some of the interruptions and other problems you find when living in the suburbs. Options include bungalow communities and also seniors' condominiums.
Active adult living is really the biggest tend in retirement living, especially in beautiful areas like the Lake Huron area, with its beaches and other attractions. A strong point of appeal in these communities is the security feature offered. Some are even gated communities, but regardless of that issue (of whether or not they are gated), they will have dedicated security, so extended stays away from home are more relaxing for you. You'll never have to worry about home safety and maintenance. We have a much broader guide to active adult lifestyle.
Sarnia and area is one of Ontario's best places to retire! 
For those who are older yet, Sarnia and area is home to many excellent seniors' care residences.
How to find the right senior living for you
As you search through Sarnia's selection of senior retirement homes, there will be many things you need to bear in mind. We encourage you to create your own list, but here is a great way to start:
- Visit each seniors home at least twice before crossing it off your list or giving it a priority.
- Pay close attention to your gut feelings and intuitions as you review each Sarnia retirement home.
- Make sure you check out the kitchen, some side hallways and stairwells (how well is every corner of the home kept?)
- Ask for weekly events schedules, dining menus and references from current residents.
- Ask staff too many questions!
We provide a detailed list in our retirement home checklist, the perfect companion as you search through your options in Sarnia senior homes.
Take time to consider your decision so you know you have chosen the Sarnia senior care home right for you. Learn more from the retirement homes listed below.
Read London retirement home reviews before you commit to any senior care in Southwestern Ontario.
Retiring to Sarnia from out of the area
Nestled on the southern shores of Lake Huron, Sarnia has many attractive aspects. It's a small town near a number of larger cities, accessible by the 402 and connected major highways. You can shop across the US border in Flint or Detroit or head up the highway to London. There are many coastal and beach areas along Lake Huron, where you can enjoy the summer weather with family and friends. The moderation effect of the great lake has added health and lifestyle benefits.
The city of Sarnia itself is very easy to get around in and offers many of the conveniences you can expect of a mid-sized modern city.
