Best Chaudière-Appalaches retirement homes & communities

The Chaudière-Appalaches region has several low-cost senior retirement homes that are certified by the Ministry of Health and Social Services, notably in Lévis, Thetford Mines, Saint-Georges, and Montmagny.

Private retirement homes accommodate a diverse clientele, including autonomous, semi-autonomous, and seniors with loss of autonomy. They also welcome seniors with cognitive losses, such as Alzheimer's disease, as well as those in need of convalescent care. In Chaudière-Appalaches, the range of available private retirement homes is highly diverse.

The Chaudière-Appalaches region is well served in terms of healthcare and social services. The hospitals in Montmagny, Thetford Mines, Saint-Georges, and the Hôtel-Dieu de Lévis hospital serve the region. With numerous healthcare centers and the CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, residents have easy access to medical care and emergency services, regardless of the location of their retirement home.

Both public and private CHSLDs, as well as specialized healthcare services in Chaudière-Appalaches, facilitate access to a wide range of medical services. Additionally, all retirement homes in the region hold certification from the Ministry of Health and Social Services, ensuring a safe environment and care tailored to seniors’ needs. The region also has several Maisons des aînés, including the Maison des aînés de Saint-Martin de Beauce, the Maison des aînés in Black Lake, and the Maison des aînés de Saint-Étienne-de-Lauzon.

The Home Support Service (SAD) is based on an assessment of autonomy carried out by healthcare professionals, including social workers. This evaluation helps guide seniors toward the most suitable type of accommodation for their needs.

The Old Age Security pension payment schedule, combined with the tax credit for home support, provides essential financial assistance, helping seniors reduce their financial burden.