89 Best Bas-Saint-Laurent retirement homes & communities

The Bas-Saint-Laurent region, which includes the cities of Matane, Rimouski and Rivière-du-Loup, offers a wide range of seniors’ residences and retirement homes. These adapted living environments welcome independent and semi-autonomous seniors, as well as those with a mild loss of autonomy. Some residences also provide specialized services for people with cognitive disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease, or for those who need a convalescent stay after a hospitalization. Every private seniors’ residence (RPA) in the region must be certified by the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

The health care network in Bas-Saint-Laurent is well organized, with several CLSCs and 8 hospitals, including the Rimouski Regional Hospital, the Centre hospitalier régional du Grand-Portage in Rivière-du-Loup and the Matane Hospital. These institutions are managed by the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent (Santé Québec) and provide medical and social services tailored to seniors’ needs. For people with a greater loss of autonomy, the region has 9 CHSLDs and 2 maisons des aînés, the Maison des aînés de Rimouski and the Maison des aînés de Rivière-du-Loup, which offer safe and adapted accommodation.

To guide each senior toward the most suitable housing option, a social worker conducts an autonomy assessment. Seniors who wish to stay at home longer can also rely on the Home Support Service (SAD) before moving to a residence. Various financial supports help reduce costs, such as the tax credit for home support and the Old Age Security pension payment schedule. The Bonjour Résidences ranking brings together 89 seniors’ residences in Bas-Saint-Laurent, which you can compare by city, type of housing, services and care.

FAQ

How many seniors’ residences are there in Bas-Saint-Laurent?

Bonjour Résidences lists 89 seniors’ residences and retirement homes in Bas-Saint-Laurent. They are mainly located in Rimouski, Rivière-du-Loup and Matane, as well as in smaller municipalities across the region. They include private seniors’ residences (RPA), CHSLDs and two maisons des aînés, in Rimouski and Rivière-du-Loup.

Where can I find an RPA in Rimouski or Rivière-du-Loup?

Rimouski and Rivière-du-Loup are home to a large share of the region’s private seniors’ residences. Bonjour Résidences city pages present each RPA with its units, services, care and resident reviews. They make it easy to compare residences in the same city before planning a visit.

How do I get a place in a CHSLD or a maison des aînés in Bas-Saint-Laurent?

Admission to a CHSLD or a maison des aînés goes through the CISSS du Bas-Saint-Laurent, often via the local CLSC. A social worker assesses the person’s autonomy and needs, and the long-term care access mechanism then directs the request to the most suitable setting. It is not possible to apply directly to the facility.

Are there residences for people with Alzheimer’s disease in Bas-Saint-Laurent?

Yes. Several residences in Bas-Saint-Laurent welcome people living with Alzheimer’s disease or other cognitive disorders, with adapted supervision and, in some cases, a secure unit. The Bonjour Résidences directory lets you filter the region’s residences by this clientele.

What financial assistance is available to pay for a seniors’ residence?

Seniors living in an RPA can generally claim the Quebec tax credit for home-support services for seniors, which reimburses part of certain services included in the rent. Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement also help with budget planning. In a CHSLD or a maison des aînés, the resident’s contribution is set by the RAMQ.