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Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto)
42Limited306 Finch Ave E, North York, ON M2N 4S5, Canada, Toronto, Ontario
About This Community
Carefree Lodge is a City of Toronto-operated long-term care home providing individualized care to 127 residents. Opened in 1991, it features private and semi-private accommodations and specialized dementia and behavioural support programs.
Senior Care Path Summary
Carefree Lodge provides individualized care to 127 residents in a safe and friendly environment guided by CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
Originally opened in 1967 as a retirement home, it was purchased and renovated by the City of Toronto, reopening as a long-term care home in 1991.
The facility features private and semi-private accommodations with ensuite washrooms across three levels, with all bedrooms air-conditioned.
Carefree Lodge is recognized as a leader in behavioural support programs, with demonstrated expertise in dementia, delirium and mental health care.
Residents with severe cognitive impairment live in Bayview Gardens, a specialized unit with its own dining room, lounge with fireplace and secure outdoor patio.
Recreation programs are offered daily, evenings and weekends, including inter-denominational faith services and specific cultural activities such as Jewish and Korean programs.
Staff-to-resident ratio: awaiting confirmation
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Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed 2026-06-22.
Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Seniors with complex medical needs who require 24-hour nursing care
- Seniors living with dementia who need specialized, secure support
Consider Alternatives For
- Active or largely independent seniors
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Google Reviews
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10 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
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Laila Baich
2 months ago · via Google
The City of Toronto is deploying incredible efforts to take care of elderly in this place.
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gretta misquith
a year ago · via Google
Very bad experience. Some staff's are very rude. They don't know how to approach or talk to people. They Behave like uneducated people. No appreciation for those who trying to help them. I don't know why the management is not enquiring what's happening there.
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Ellen Walsh
2 years ago · via Google
Carefree Lodge has taken care of my dad for the past year and he can be a handful. Thanks for all the support!
Summary of Google Reviews
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Carefree Lodge Long-Term Care Home (City of Toronto) holds a 3.5-star rating across 10 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
Care Services
- Individualized care
- Dementia care
- Behavioural support programs
- Mental health services
- Recreation programs
- Faith services
Amenities
- Resident lounges
- Library
- Hair salon
- Auditorium
- Therapeutic garden
- Outdoor patio
- Formal dining room
- Fireplace
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Claim this listing to add detailsKey Features
- Smoke-free environment
- 2SLGBTQI+ friendly
- Accepts all residents regardless of religion, language or cultural background
- Specialized Bayview Gardens unit for severe cognitive impairment
Accommodation Options
Languages Supported
- English
Location
306 Finch Ave E, North York, ON M2N 4S5, Canada, Toronto, Ontario M2N 4S5
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