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About assisted living in Calgary

Assisted living (often called supportive living in Alberta) is for Calgary seniors who need help with some daily activities — bathing, dressing, medications, or mobility — but don't require full nursing-home care. Residents have their own space plus access to meals, housekeeping, 24-hour staff, and personal-care support.

The Calgary assisted- and supportive-living options below vary by care level (sometimes described as SL3, SL4, or designated supportive living) and by what services are included. Tour a few, and ask how they handle changing care needs and medical emergencies.

Typical costs in Calgary

Cost depends on whether a space is publicly funded or private. Private supportive/assisted living in Alberta generally runs in the several-thousand-dollars-per-month range and varies by care level and accommodation, while publicly-funded continuing care has accommodation charges set by the Government of Alberta. Ask each residence how accommodation and care fees work, and whether AHS-funded spaces are available.

General Alberta orientation estimates (2025-2026) — not provider quotes. Confirm current pricing directly with each provider.

Assisted living cost by care level

General Alberta orientation ranges — confirm accommodation + care fees with each residence.

Supportive Living (SL3)

~$4,000-6,000/mo

Private-pay; help with daily activities, 24-hr staff, meals.

Designated SL (SL4)

~$2,000/mo

AHS-funded care; government-set accommodation charge (income-tested).

Memory Care (SL4-D)

~$6,000-8,500/mo

Secured dementia care with specially trained staff.

Respite / Short Stay

~$150-250/day

Temporary stays — recovery or caregiver relief.

What to compare when choosing

Assessed care level: confirm the residence is licensed and staffed for your family member's needs (e.g., SL3 / SL4).
Funding path: publicly-funded (AHS assessment) vs. private-pay — and what each covers.
Staffing: 24-hour coverage, on-site or on-call nursing, and staff-to-resident ratio.
Aging in place: what happens if needs increase — can your family member stay?
Total cost: accommodation plus care fees, in writing.

Frequently asked questions

What does assisted living include?

Typically a private suite or room plus meals, housekeeping, laundry, recreation, 24-hour staff, and help with personal care such as bathing, dressing, and medication assistance. The exact mix varies by residence and care level.

How is assisted living funded in Alberta?

Some supportive-living spaces are publicly funded and accessed through an Alberta Health Services assessment; others are private-pay. Accommodation (rent) and care can be funded differently — ask each residence how their fees and any AHS-funded spaces work.

What are SL3 and SL4 levels?

Alberta uses supportive-living designations to describe care intensity — higher numbers (e.g., SL4 or SL4-D for dementia) indicate more support and staffing. A provider can explain which level matches your family member's assessed needs.

How is assisted living different from a nursing home?

Assisted/supportive living suits people who need some help but are fairly independent. Long-term care (nursing home) is for those needing 24-hour complex medical and nursing care. Some Calgary campuses offer both.

How do I access publicly-funded supportive living?

Publicly-funded supportive living is accessed through an Alberta Health Services assessment — start with Health Link at 811 or your local home-care office. AHS determines eligibility and care level; accommodation charges still apply and are set provincially for regulated continuing care. Private supportive living can be arranged directly with the residence.

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Assisted Living in other Alberta communities

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About this page: ABSeniors maintains a free directory of senior services across Alberta. Listings on this page are compiled from public sources and Google Business data; star ratings reflect Google reviews. Cost figures are general Alberta estimates for orientation only. Always verify services, availability, and pricing directly with each provider. Last updated June 2026.

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