Several low-cost seniors’ retirement homes are located in the City of Victoriaville.
In Victoriaville, the available offer of private residences for seniors is very diversified. As far as health care and social services are concerned, the City of Victoriaville has good coverage. The Suzor-Côté, Bois-Francs and Arthabaska CLSCs serve the territory and facilitate the transition to a new living environment. Added to this is the Hôtel-Dieu hospital in Arthabaska. The Roseau and Chêne CHSLDs as well as the proximity of specialized care services in Victoriaville facilitate access to various health services, including access to a family doctor. There is a varied clientele in retirement homes, ranging from independent and semi-autonomous seniors to those living with a serious loss of autonomy. Elderly people with cognitive losses, such as Alzheimer’s disease or requiring convalescent care are also admitted. The Maison des aînés et alternative de Victoriaville also welcomes seniors with a serious loss of autonomy.