Palliative Care in Ontario
Compassionate end-of-life care focused on comfort, pain management, and quality of life for seniors with serious illnesses.
283 communities found
Who Is It For?
Seniors with serious or terminal illnesses who need specialized comfort care focused on pain management and quality of life.
What to Expect
Interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, social workers, and spiritual care providers. Available in hospitals, hospices, long-term care homes, or at home.
Pricing in Canada
Publicly funded palliative care is available in most provinces at no cost. Private hospice rooms may charge $200–$400/day.
Adelaide's Residence
Hamilton, ON
3.7Contact for pricing: (365) 298-0013
Albany Retirement Village
Petrolia, ON
4.0From $4,000/moest.
Buckley Towers
Niagara Falls, ON
3.0Contact for pricing: (365) 298-0013
CAMA Woodlands Long Term Care Home
Burlington, ON
4.6$2,129 – $3,042/mo
CarePartners
Owen Sound, ON
2.3From $2,789/moest.
CarePartners
Sarnia, ON
5.0From $2,230/moest.
CarePro Solutions
Barrie, ON
Contact for pricing: (365) 298-0013
Caring Fellas
Ottawa, ON
5.0From $4,000/moest.
Eden Place Retirement Home
Belleville, ON
4.3From $4,000/moest.
Elcare Health Services
Brampton, ON
5.0From $4,350/moest.
Esmar Nursing and Community Care Agency
Mississauga, ON
4.0From $2,849/moest.
Extendicare Stirling Heights
Cambridge, ON
5.0From $2,891/moest.
Fairhaven Home
Peterborough, ON
3.7From $2,865/moest.
Harmony Hills Care Community
Toronto, ON
4.4From $2,800/moest.
HeartBridge Nursing
Oakville, ON
5.0From $3,650/moest.
Henley House
St. Catharines, ON
2.6From $3,750/moest.
Hillcrest Village Care Centre
Midland, ON
4.3From $2,307/moest.
Lakeridge Gardens
Ajax, ON
4.2From $2,937/moest.
Langstaff Square Care Community
Richmond Hill, ON
4.1From $3,231/moest.
Miramichi Lodge
Pembroke, ON
3.5From $3,061/moest.
Northern Heights Community
North Bay, ON
5.0From $2,865/moest.
Oakwood Commons Community
Brantford, ON
5.0From $2,662/moest.
Observatory Hill
Richmond Hill, ON
4.7Contact for pricing: (365) 298-0013
Pine Valley Center
Vaughan, ON
4.8Contact for pricing: (365) 298-0013
Cities for Palliative Care in Ontario
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does palliative care cost in Ontario?
Publicly funded palliative care is available in most provinces at no cost to the patient, as confirmed by Health Canada's Framework on Palliative Care in Canada. Private hospice rooms may charge $200 to $400 per day. Home-based palliative care through provincial programs is generally free, covering nursing visits, medications, and equipment.
Who is palliative care for?
Palliative care is for individuals with serious or terminal illnesses who need specialized comfort care focused on pain management and quality of life. The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (chpca.ca) emphasizes that palliative care is not limited to end-of-life — it can and should begin alongside curative treatment at any stage of a serious illness.
What does palliative care include?
Palliative care includes pain and symptom management, emotional and psychological support, spiritual care, family counselling, and coordination with other healthcare providers. Interdisciplinary teams include physicians, nurses, social workers, and spiritual care providers. Health Canada recognizes palliative care as an essential health service available in hospitals, hospices, long-term care homes, and at home.
Where can I find palliative care in Ontario?
Palliative care is available in hospitals, hospices, long-term care homes, and at home. Ask your family doctor for a referral, or contact your regional health authority for a list of palliative care services in Ontario. The Canadian Virtual Hospice (virtualhospice.ca) provides a directory of palliative care programs and 24/7 support for patients and families.