Senior Living Homes in Nanaimo, BC
Nanaimo is the second-largest city on Vancouver Island and a popular spot for retirees who love the mild coastal climate. Island Health oversees publicly funded long-term care and assisted living here, with facilities serving Nanaimo, Lantzville, and Cedar. Nanaimo Regional General Hospital provides acute care support nearby. You'll find everything from publicly subsidized long-term care homes to private assisted living and retirement residences. Many families find Nanaimo's lower cost of living compared to Victoria and Vancouver makes it an appealing option. You can compare quality indicators, staffing data, and Google Reviews for all Nanaimo facilities.
Wait Times in Nanaimo
Nanaimo is served by Island Health. The average wait for publicly funded long-term care is ~404 days (13 months), with popular homes ranging 10–18 months.
Island Health has high demand especially in Victoria. Limited beds on Vancouver Island drive longer community waits.
Source: BC Seniors Advocate. Read our full waitlist guide →
All Facilities in Nanaimo
Chartwell Edgewater Care
Nanaimo, BC
Kiwanis Village Lodge
Nanaimo, BC
Lakeside Gardens Seniors Community
Nanaimo, BC
Nanaimo Seniors Village
Nanaimo, BC
Wexford Creek Seniors Community
Nanaimo, BC
Woodgrove Manor
Nanaimo, BC
Berwick on the Lake
Nanaimo, BC
Origin at Longwood
Nanaimo, BC
Eden Gardens
Nanaimo, BC
AgeCare Malaspina Care Residence
Nanaimo, BC
Chartwell Edgewater Retirement Residence
Nanaimo, BC
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