Senior living costs Alberta
Review a spectrum of monthly rates per type of care
The cost of senior living will vary widely, depending on the exact location and type of care you are looking for. On this page, we survey costs associated with variant types of senior living. You'll also find a short list of some of the most affordable Alberta seniors' communities that list with comfortlife.ca. Links below on the right point to related pages where we list some costs associated with more extended care including care for Alzheimer's and dementia or long-term care.
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Independent living costs in Alberta
Independent living, the most popular type of living arrangement is essentially what people are thinking of when they use the phrase "senior living." Here, you may not require much (if any) professional assistance and care. You may be looking at these costs for a variety of reasons.
- Perhaps you are just curious or simply tired of living alone.
- This arrangement is also ideal if for couples where one spouse has increasing health needs and they want to remain together under one roof (e.g. learn more about continuing care in Calgary.)
City | Suite style | Sq footage | Cost/mo (starting) |
Calgary | 1 br | 685 sq ft | $3,500 |
2 br | 925 sq ft | $4,500 | |
Edmonton | 1 br | 700 sq ft | $2,950 (estimate only) |
2 br | 900 sq ft | $3,900 (estimate only) | |
Lloydminster | studio | 360 sq ft | $2,130 |
Inquire about costs, directly from communities below
Wild Rose
At Optima Living, we offer a tailored approach where the resident is the focus of all of our endeavours and we strive to fulfil all our residents’ needs so that they can live their best possible life!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Dr. James Hemstock
At Dr. Hemstock Residence & Hearthstone Place, our highly-skilled group of health care professionals and qualified staff are here to do whatever we can to ensure that all your needs are taken care of.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Whitehorn Village Retirement Community by Origin
Our life enrichment calendar is full of activities to help you answer the question “What do I want to do today?” Attend our fitness classes, enjoy movies in our theatre, or share laughs over coffees in our bistro.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Cottonwood Village
Cottonwood Village was thoughtfully designed to deliver the best lifestyle rural Alberta has to offer. Located in Claresholm in the heart of the foothills. Let Us Welcome You Home
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Riverwalk Retirement Residence
Riverwalk Retirement Residence is centrally located in the Cliff Bungalow-Mission community of Calgary. We offer a continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Golden Sands
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
The Lodge at Valley Ridge
At The Lodge at Valley Ridge, you'll enjoy spacious suites, impressive cuisine, and exceptional services. We have recently renovated. We welcome the opportunity to show you our great community.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Lake Bonavista Village
Lake Bonavista Village Retirement Residence is the perfect place for seniors to retire. You can choose from a variety of suite sizes in the main building or one of our unique cottages.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Sweetgrass
At Sweetgrass, we are dedicated to promoting maximum independence, choice, and dignity for each resident and encourage the involvement of family, neighbours and friends.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Country Cottage
Nestled in the hamlet of Sherwood Park, Alberta, Country Cottage offers a cozy atmosphere and small-town living. At Country Cottage, we focus on the personalized care, comfort and well-being of our residents.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Swan Evergreen Village by Origin
Swan Evergreen Village is a leading Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care community in Southwest Calgary. Our Passion for Caring guides our active lifestyle. quality dining and supporting care needs.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Prince of Peace
Prince of Peace a variety of suites styles with kitchenettes and incredible mountain views. It's the perfect residence for seniors who are active, require some assistance, or have memory care needs.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Trinity Lodge
Trinity Lodge Retirement Residence combines the elegance & style of a fine traditional hotel, with the security & warmth associated with senior living. Homecare staff is available 24/7 to give you support when needed.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Aster Gardens
Aster Gardens, an Optima Living community, opened in March 2021, we are transforming Senior's living. You are going to love living here....Let Us Welcome You Home!
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Origin at Spring Creek
Origin at Spring Creek is Bow Valley’s leading independent, assisted living, & memory care community. Nestled in the luxurious mountain town of Canmore, we empower our residents to remain happy, healthy & active.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care
Garneau Hall Seniors Community
Located in the heart of the Garneau district of Edmonton, Garneau Hall offers seniors a caring environment with the added comforts of home and the opportunity for an enriched new life.
Lifestyle Options: Apartments, Independent Living, Assisted Living
Evanston Summit
A Catholic non-profit residence focusing on providing a lifestyle for independent seniors who appreciate the opportunity to live stress-free, with like-minded, active older adults.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
The Manor Villages StayWell Manor
Staywell Manor Village offers elegant retirement living in the heart of Calgary. Whether you are looking for independent living, assisted living or memory care, we have lifestyle options to meet your needs.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
Luxstone Senior Living
Airdrie's independent retirement community. Canadian owned and operated offering seniors an independent lifestyle community just 20 minutes from North Calgary.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Boardwalk Retirement Community
Welcome to the BRC, a beautiful assisted living facility located in the heart of Calgary's NW. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that your loved ones are safe and cared for with our friendly and passionate staff.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
River Ridge Seniors Village
A premier Park Place residence in the heart of Medicine Hat offering independent living, supportive living, and long term care options. With spectacular views and services, River Ridge is a warm place to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Cambridge Manor
Renowned for award winning care and a ‘people-first’ approach to wellness. Enjoy a rich & full life with the comfort & peace of mind of a true aging-in-place experience.
Lifestyle Options: Assisted Living, Long-term care
Wentworth Manor
Lifestyle Options: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long-term care
The Wellington Retirement Residence
As a premier Park Place multi-level care residence, The Wellington provides Independent and Supportive Living options for seniors seeking to maintain your independence while enjoying access and services to amenities.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Emerald Gardens Retirement Residence
A premier retirement community located in the heart of Grande Prairie, Alberta focused on independent living. Emerald Gardens provides quality services to enhance your current lifestyle.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Prominence Way Retirement Community by Signature
Experience vibrant senior’s living at Prominence Way with a world of choices, beautiful architecture, gourmet dining, caring people, nursing staff and a comprehensive program of activities and services.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Assisted Living
Chartwell Fountains of Mission Retirement Residence
A safe and rewarding lifestyle in a Calgary seniors housing community you're proud to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Chartwell Eau Claire Care Residence
A safe and rewarding lifestyle in a Calgary seniors housing community you're proud to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living, Memory Care, Assisted Living
Chartwell Colonel Belcher Retirement Residence
A safe and rewarding lifestyle in a Calgary seniors housing community you're proud to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Chartwell Harbours Retirement Residence
A safe and rewarding lifestyle in a Calgary seniors housing community you're proud to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Chartwell Royal Park Retirement Residence
A safe and rewarding lifestyle in a Calgary seniors housing community you're proud to call home.
Lifestyle Options: Independent Living
Affordable retirement homes in Alberta
Everyone's interested in managing costs when it comes to senior care. It's very important that you focus on finding a community that suits your whole needs, of course; many people's main focus when they search for a community is one close to where they currently live or close to children and grandchildren. Below we provide a list of some communities that list the lowest cost monthly rates (from communities that choose to list with comfortlife.ca). Bear in mind that prices below are based on an individual move-in; costs for an additional companion are higher (although lower per person).
Community name | City | Price (from) | Suite size & style |
Trinity Lodge Calgary | Calgary | $2,545 | 265 sq ft studio |
Prince of Peace | Calgary | $2,685 | 336 sq ft studio |
Dr. James Hemstock | Lloydminster | $2,131 | 365 sq ft studio |
Lodge at Valley Ridge | Calgary | $2,940 | 375 sq ft studio |
Lake Bonavista Village | Calgary | $3,320 | 440 sq ft studio |
Home care costs Alberta
For seniors who want to remain at home as long as possible but require some personal assistance, you can manage costs temporarily by hiring home care services. There comes a tipping point where it becomes more cost-efficient to move into supportive living in a retirement community, of course.
Below are some typical rates people pay for in-home-care, based on different levels of needs (as pulled from Comfort Life's listings).
Home care service | Rates |
Basic support and personal care | $25 - $30 per hour |
Therapy visits or nursing | $50-$60 per hour |
Adult day programs | $65 per hour |