Retirement Homes

Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA)

Website for Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA)

The Ontario Retirement Communities Association (ORCA) is a voluntary non-profit association that represents operators of retirement residences in Ontario. This website offers a section to help determine which retirement home is right for you. It describes different types of housing arrangements and services they provide.

Subject Headings Housing / Living Arrangements, Retirement Homes, Life Changes/ Managing Change

Published by ORCA (2013) CAN

Last modified on 06/15/2016

What You Should Know About the Difference Between Retirement Homes And Long Term Care Homes

Website for What You Should Know About the Difference Between Retirement Homes And Long Term Care Homes

This resource provides an overview of the differences between long-term care homes and retirement homes for the elderly. Topics include costs, legislation, and filing complaints about long-term housing.

Subject Headings Housing / Living Arrangements, Retirement Homes, Long-Term Care Homes

Published by Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (2009) CAN

Last modified on 08/27/2018

A Place for Mom

Website for A Place for Mom

A Place for Mom was founded to help families navigate the maze of senior housing options. Since then, A Place for Mom has grown to become the largest senior living referral service in the U.S. and Canada. Its senior living advisors who know the communities in your area help find the best housing fit for you and your family. A Place for Mom operates in four Canadian provinces: Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario and Saskatchewan.

Subject Headings Housing / Living Arrangements, Retirement Homes, Nursing Homes, Long-Term Care Homes

Published by A Place for Mom (2018) USA

Last modified on 06/18/2019