The very finest retirement homes in Calgary, Alberta are right here! Retirement homes in Calgary offer their residents spectacular local scenery (especially on the West end of the city), superb retirement home amenities and impressive world class local attractions.

A retirement home in Calgary

Calgary is rightly proud to call itself the business capital of western Canada as well as Canada's energy capital. In spite of the presence fo the oil idustry, the city of Calgary itself is actually very clean. There is very little pollution and litter and the air is cleaned by the seemingly ever-present breeze. Calgary had the highest score in the 2004 Mercer report on major cities' quality of life and environmental cleanliness. Calgary's extensive parkland and playgounds are also perfect for visiting families and daily walks. People who choose to find a retirement home in Calgary will love walking along the Bow River.

Calgary also has fine public transport. The C-train is a light railway run on electricity generated by local wind farms. In fact, within the city centre, travel on the C-train is free (as of 2009). The Calgary Stampede is an annual event billing itself as "the Greatest Show on Earth."

Senior living in Calgary

The aging of the baby boomer generation is contributing to the aging of Calgary's population. Calgary's seniors are an increasingly diverse and well-represented group. They have a wide range of interests, skills, needs, and preferences. Finding the right senior care homes and communities for these seniors is a priority of many families and loved ones. Fortunately, this region has several good housing options for seniors. Retirement homes enable residents to live with dignity and as independently as possible, while providing the security, care and other facilities necessary. Housekeeping, laundry and delicious meals are offered at retirement homes in Calgary. In addition, many good elder care homes have customized furnishings and fittings for seniors, a range of special recreational activities as well as senior welfare activities and community programs.

Seniors wish to have a life of self-respect and dignity. Retirement homes offer the best of both worlds to seniors as they can avail of care and services without having to worry about daily chores and house maintenance.

Calgary's retirement homes and communities are second to none in terms of quality and safety. Take a close look at each of the listings below to learn about care each residence offers and hear advice on affording the best care you can get. You can also try our sister site, which might have a broader list of Calgary retirement homes.