The Age-Friendly Caledon Action Plan outlines Housing priorities to support the advancement of policies and programs that expedite a full range of affordable housing options suitable to the needs of Older Adults across Caledon. Key deliverables of the AFC Action Plan outline promoting and building awareness of existing programs and resources available to Older Caledon residents (1.5 & 1.6).
This page is dedicated to the various informational, financial and local resources and housing options available to residents over the age of 55 in Caledon.
55+ Housing Support and Resources
There are many resources available when planning to remain in your home (ageing-in-place) or making the decision to move. To help make your next step(s) a little easier, whatever it is, here are some helpful resources to get you started.
- Town of Caledon / Region of Peel
- Assistance for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities - Tax Rebate (Town of Caledon)
- West Bolton SNAP - Home Energy Retrofit Program (Town of Caledon) - Residents living in West Bolton can participate to have their utility bills and environmental footprint reduced.
- Region of Peel - Housing and Shelter
- Apply for Housing Subsidy (Region of Peel)
- Second Unit Home Renovation Program (Region of Peel) - help upgrading your second unit in your home.
- Help with Utility Bills or Rent to avoid eviction (Region of Peel) - help if you are at immediate risk of losing housing or are homeless.
- Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
- Housing a senior population: the economic and social benefits - Why municipal government should attach and support older residents.
- Aging in Place - Online Resources - The ability to live in the same home or community safely, independently, and comfortably, as you age.
- Housing Options for Seniors - a review of the various options available for older adults in Canada.
- Housing for Older Canadians: The Definitive Guide to the Over-55 Market - Understanding the Market
- Accessible and Adaptable Housing - enables people of all ages and abilities to stay in their community as long as possible.
- Why Seniors Leave their Homes - Research Insight
- Federal Resources - Canada
- Housing options for Seniors
- Report on Housing Needs of Seniors - A Snapshot of the core housing need for seniors and senior-led households.
- Provincial Resources - Ontario
- Seniors: Find a place to live - see what type of housing is available to you.
- Affordable Housing in Ontario - learn about programs to help you have a safe and affordable place to call home.
- Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services - Creating safe, affordable housing
- Additional Resources
- Home and Vehicle Modification Program (March of Dimes Canada) - financial support for permanent residents of Ontario who live with a substantial disability that impacts their mobility and daily function, and who can't afford the modifications they need to maximize their independence.
- Ontario Energy Board - Ontario Electricity Support Program - reduction of the costs for household electricity for lower-income households.
- Seniors and Housing: The Challenge Ahead (Federation of Canadian Municipalities)
- No Place to Grow Old: How Canadian Suburbs can become Age-Friendly (Institute for Research and Public Policy)
55+ Housing Options in Caledon
To encourage aging in place, there are various housing options available for older adult residents in Caledon and throughout Peel Region. Check out the Region of Peel's housing options for more information.
Contact us to request a printable version of these housing options.
Please be aware that general market rentals or homes for sale are not included in this list. For assistance or more information, we recommend reaching out to a local Real Estate Agent.
- Affordable Housing - Peel Living / Region of Peel 65+ Housing
To live in these buildings, at least one resident must be 65 years of age or older.
- Jane Place - located in Bolton at 60 Jane St .
- Maple Grove Apartments - located in Caledon Village at 1640 Maple Grove Rd . This is a two-story apartment building with 28 units.
- Mayfield Senior Apartments - located in Caledon at 12600 Kennedy Rd . There are one and two-bedroom units available.
- Pinnacle View Apartments - located in Alton at 9 McClellan Rd . This is a two-story building with 29 units.
- Riverview Terrace - located in Bolton at 121 Glasgow Rd . This is a six-story apartment building with one and two-bedroom suites.
- Stationview Place - located in Bolton at 25 Stationview Pl . This is a two-story building with one and two-bedroom units available.
- Walkers Road Seniors Apartments - located in Caledon East at 20 Walker Rd. E . This is a two-story apartment building with one and two-bedroom units available.
** Please note that these buildings do not offer assisted living options. They consist of apartment units with a mix of subsidized and market value options. For more information, please connect with Peel Living. **
- Retirement Residences
Retirement Residences/Homes provide rental accommodation with care and services for older adults who can live independently with minimal to moderate support and are able to fund the lifestyle on their own. You can choose your retirement home and wait lists depend on the individual home. There is flexibility to choose your type of suite, the services you need and the activities you want to participate in.
Please contact the Retirement Residence directly for more information. The following homes are located close to or in the Caledon community and is not a comprehensive list.
- Amica Peel Village - located at 223 Main St. South, Brampton
- Ashley Oaks Retirement Residence - located at 200 Rivermont Road, Brampton
- Aspira Bolton Mills Retirement Residence - located at 100 Morra Ave., Bolton.
- Aspira Villa Da Vinci Retirement Living - located at 7371 Martin Grove Rd, Woodbridge.
- Avalon Retirement Lodge - located at 355 Broadway, Orangeville
- Bethsaida Retirement Home - located at 3 Hillside Dr. Orangeville
- Casa Dolce Casa - located at 7890 Pine Valley Dr., Woodbridge
- Chartwell Montgomery Village Retirement Residence - located at 155 Riddell Rd, Orangeville
- Crescent Hill Place Retirement Home - located at 3 Crescent Hill Drive, Brampton
- Greenway Retirement Village - located at 10 Ken Whillans Dr. Brampton
- Lord Dufferin Centre Retirement Residence - located at 32 First St. Orangeville
- Sorrento Retirement Community - located at 10 Station Rd., Bolton
- Villa Colombo Vaughan - located at 10443 Ontario Hwy 27, Kleinburg
- Long-Term Care Homes
Long-term care homes (such as homes for the aged and nursing homes) are designed for people who require the availability of 24-hour nursing care and supervision, sometimes within a secure setting. They receive government funding, with residents paying a co-payment for accommodations. There is likely to be a waiting list and you may not get your first choice of facility. Residents are required to apply through Ontario Health atHome for an eligibility assessment.
Click Here to Learn More about Eligibility and Admissions to Long-Term Care Homes in Ontario
- King Street Nursing Home - located in Bolton at 49 Sterne St. This is an independently owned and operated facility. Residents receive full care from full-time staff.
- Vera Davis Centre - located in Bolton at 80 Allan Dr. This is a Region of Peel Long Term Care Home that offers single or shared rooms and provides 24-hour care with on-site medical support.
- Alternative Living Options (Affordable, Co-Housing, HomeSharing, Added Units)
- Abbeyfield House - located in Caledon East at 22 Walkers Rd. Is a friendly, affordable shared living option for independent older adults. Residents have private suites and share communal spaces with others in the house. Monthly rates include delicious meals and 24-hour onsite emergency assistance is provided. This is a great way to create a social ageing experience.
- Garden suites - temporary units that are located on private property which can be rented. This also includes basement or secondary suites.
- Golden Girls Home, by Golden Girls (and Guys) Canada - a HomeShare program where mature adults share a single housing unit.
Additional Resources
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Article: The Town of Caledon's Universal Design Policy
Contact us to learn how you can make your home more accessible and for short term stay options.
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