Newfoundland and Labrador Senior Living and Retirement Living Options

The city of St. John’s is the largest city in Newfoundland, located on the eastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula. Most of the seniors residing in Newfoundland own their homes. Still, there are options for seniors housing and or senior living.

Senior housing or senior living includes many different options, such as independent living or retirement communities, assisted living, supportive housing, and long-term care. The city of St. John’s provides something for everyone, whether you are active or require some help with daily living activities.

ECDOL Canada provides an extensive directory listing of senior living options in the city. In addition, we offer informative resources to help you determine what living options you require and how to make all the arrangements.

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Independent Living and Retirement Communities in St. John’s, Newfoundland

Independent living in St. John’s, Newfoundland, is any type of housing that is specifically designed for seniors. Generally, these are older adults aged 55 and over who are still active. The types of housing vary and include:

• Apartment-style homes
• Freestanding homes
• Condos and townhomes
• Active adult living communities

The housing is usually friendlier to older adults and more compact, with easier navigation and no maintenance or yard work to worry about. Residents live independently, and most communities offer residents amenities, activities, and services.

Apartments complexes are standard options for seniors because of their accessibility and easy navigation. These buildings provide an opportunity to establish social relationships with other seniors, which is important for seniors who are not living close to family and friends.

Retirement Homes in St. John’s NFLD

Retirement living is a specific form of independent living for retired, semi-retired active seniors. These are communities that offer housing that is usually private apartments, suites, or rooms for seniors who are healthy enough to live without daily nursing care or personal care assistance.

The amenities within retirement communities in St. John’s always vary but often include onsite staff assistance, onsite nurse, dining services, transportation to shops or appointments, housekeeping, laundry service, and recreational or social events.

Most retirement residences are not subsidized by the government and are private pay by the resident or their family.

Assisted Living for Seniors

Generally, any type of assisted living in St. John’s is a residential option for seniors who want or need help with some of the activities of daily living. For example, this could include:

• Cooking and meal planning
• Cleaning and housekeeping
• Laundry service
• Personal care and medication management
• Transportation services

Assisted living facilities or personal care homes offer the safety and security of 24-hour support and access to care.

Most of these facilities will help develop a personal care plan and will always ensure your loved one is receiving the proper type of care they need. An assisted living facility or personal care home is a good option to consider if you need more personal care services than are feasible at home or in an independent living retirement community.

Personal care homes in St. John’s are privately owned and operated residential homes for seniors who need assistance with daily living. These are seniors who do not require onsite health or nursing services but require the service of a visiting professional. The regional health authority licenses the personal care homes in the city and throughout the province.

Senior Services Specific to the City of St. John’s

The city of St. John’s provides extensive senior programs. The goal of the senior programs is to extend services to as many older adults as possible. This is done within the city through the provision of recreation programs and events that can enrich and enhance their lives.

Seniors NL provides an extensive directory of hundreds of resources for seniors to access.

The Cost of Senior Living in St. John’s, Newfoundland

The cost of senior living in St. John’s, Newfoundland, is different between long-term care or assisted living and retirement communities.

The cost of long-term care is broken down as follows:

The maximum an individual will be charged to live in a long-term care facility is $2,990 per month. Upon moving into a home, you may have a financial assessment completed to determine if you are eligible to receive a subsidy toward this cost. The subsidy may cover the full amount or a portion of the cost.

Independent living or retirement living costs in the city vary and depend on amenities, location, and unit size. Generally, the cost of retirement living in the city can range between $2,000 and $4,000.

Stats

The percentage of the population living in St. John’s is continuing to grow.

• It is estimated that by 2031 approximately 43.6% of the population will reside in St. John’s.
• In 2011, about 65.8% of the population were between the ages of 20 and 64, which will decrease to 57.9% by 2031.
• In 2011, 14.7% of the population was aged 65 and over, increasing to 22.9% by the year 2031.