MacTaggart Place by Optima Living
MacTaggart Place is a luxury seniors community in Edmonton offering Independent Living, Supportive Living, and Memory Care options with a focus on preserving independence and active aging. The community emphasizes age-in-place living across multiple care levels within elegant sur
- Emphasis on memory care
- On-site dining
- Daily activities & recreation
- Aging-in-place (multiple care levels)
- 25 client reviews (4.4★ average)
Strong fit for memory care.
MacTaggart Place is a luxury seniors community in Edmonton offering Independent Living, Supportive Living, and Memory Care options with a focus on preserving independence and active aging. The community emphasizes age-in-place living across multiple care levels within elegant surroundings.
Staff treat residents and families like extended family — multiple reviewers highlight this as the standout differentiator
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What they're known for.
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Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- Couples
- Memory care
- Wandering risk
Ask first if
- Reviews note a decline in care quality following Optima Living's ownership change, with one recent review citing reduced compassion from new management
A calmer first step.
Brief phone conversation
Share what is happening, who needs care, and whether the need is urgent or exploratory.
Care needs and schedule review
Discuss mobility, memory, safety, meals, personal care, household help, and preferred visit times.
Caregiver matching
The team looks for fit based on care level, personality, language preferences, and comfort.
Start small, adjust as needed
Many families begin with shorter visits, then adjust the plan as the senior becomes comfortable.
Serving Edmonton families.
Edmonton, AB
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| Provider | Reviews | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacTaggart Place by Optima Living · this provider | 25 | 4.4 | Memory Care |
| Village at Westmount by Christenson Communities | 404 | 3.9 | Independent Living |
| Touchmark at Wedgewood | 83 | 4.3 | Independent Living |
| Churchill Manor | 80 | 4.4 | Independent Living |
| Chartwell Wescott Retirement Residence | 67 | 4.9 | Independent Living |
| Chartwell Heritage Valley Retirement Residence | 67 | 4.9 | Independent Living |
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Does MacTaggart Place accommodate couples who want to live together? +
Yes, MacTaggart Place allows couples to share a room and remain together, with reviewers noting the rooms are large enough for two people to live comfortably and safely. The facility provides 24/7 care, good food, and activities to support both partners' wellbeing.
Is MacTaggart Place suitable for residents with memory care needs? +
MacTaggart Place offers a dedicated memory care program called the Blossom Program, which multiple family members have praised for its high standard of care. Reviewers consistently describe staff as patient, compassionate, and skilled in working with memory care residents.
What is the general atmosphere like at MacTaggart Place? +
Reviewers describe the facility as clean, well-maintained, and welcoming, with staff who create a family-like atmosphere. Residents and visitors alike note the friendly environment and meaningful activities available.
Are outside visitors and community groups welcome at MacTaggart Place? +
Based on reviews, visitors are warmly welcomed, and community groups such as a weekly Christian chapel service have been hosted on-site. Reviewers consistently note that staff and residents are friendly and appreciative of outside engagement.
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