Best Capitale-Nationale retirement homes & communities

Several low-cost retirement homes certified by the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services are available in the Quebec City region.

These private retirement homes hold certification from the Ministry of Health and Social Services and welcome a diverse range of elderly individuals. They accommodate autonomous and semi-autonomous seniors, those with loss of autonomy, as well as seniors with cognitive losses, such as Alzheimer’s disease, or those requiring convalescent care.

The Capitale-Nationale region is served by the CIUSSS de la Capitale-Nationale, which includes the areas of Quebec City, Charlevoix, and Portneuf. This structure facilitates access to specialized healthcare services, hospitals, and medical care, providing residents with a safe and comfortable living environment. The Quebec City region has more than a dozen hospitals, including the CHU de Québec - Université Laval and Hôpital de l'Enfant-Jésus. The region also has several private and public CHSLDs and Maisons des aînés, such as the Maison des aînés de Lebourgneuf, Maison des aînés de Sainte-Foy, and Maison des aînés de Pont-Rouge, which offer an environment adapted to the evolving needs of seniors.

The placement of seniors in an appropriate retirement home is based on an assessment of their autonomy conducted by healthcare professionals, such as social workers. Through the Home Support Service (SAD), they can be referred to a retirement home that best suits their condition and specific needs.

To help seniors and their loved ones better plan their finances, several resources are available, including the Old Age Security pension payment schedule and the tax credit for home support.