• 391 Rymal Rd W Hamilton

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Redefining Assisted Living

Welcome to Sanctuary

Family-style living tailored to your needs.

What Is Sanctuary?

At Sanctuary we offer 7 thoughtfully designed small-house retirement communities, with a maximum of 12 elders each, that prioritize comfort, dignity, and genuine human connection. Sanctuary is a place where retirement can be reimagined, where neighbours become family and caregivers provide world-class support. At Sanctuary, every day, there is something to look forward to. It’s a place to enjoy family-style dining and wellness activities while keeping the freedom of your unique lifestyle. It’s the place where living happens within the warmth of a true community.

Sanctuary, A Green House Model

We are excited to be the first in Canada to offer a new style of exclusive living by adopting the Green House Project model. Green House Homes are small-scale, self-contained, and self-sufficient communities providing assisted living care for elders who are at the centre of every decision.

Traditional assisted living homes often feel institutional and can be isolating. Green House Homes are designed to reinforce the humanity and dignity of elders by eliminating those institutionalized elements. In short, if it doesn’t belong in a private home, it doesn’t belong in a Green House Home.

Supportive environment, designed for living

Green House Project communities don’t feel like home, they are home, with private bedrooms and bathrooms, warm communal areas, real kitchens and splendid outdoor spaces. There are no more than 12 residents in each home.

Investing in our elders and caregivers is the core of our community. We build relationships, provide freedom of choice and shape the everyday rhythms and activities around the needs of the household.

A purposeful way of life is what we strive for within our homes. From contributing to the household, to teaching and learning new skills, to enriching the lives of others.

Explore a better way to live…

What Sets Sanctuary Apart?

At Sanctuary, we offer an array of unique and customizable services and amenities that prioritize comfort, dignity, and genuine human connection. We want you to live your life on your terms, with all the support you need to shape your lifestyle in the same manner you would if you were still living at home.

Feel completely at home

  • Rooms and common areas are brightly lit, with windows everywhere.
  • Dedicated cooks and kitchens in each home ensure a pleasant aroma throughout.
  • Every room and every floor of the home are uniquely designed.
  • Open concept spaces for dining and recreation so you can spread out and relax.
  • Each home offers a variety of bedrooms, dining room, modern kitchen with full appliances, TV room, laundry room, lanai, flex rooms catering to elder's interests.
  • Each home is based on friendships with other residents and with our Health & Wellness team.
  • A family feeling where residents feel ownership of their space and their lifestyle.
  • Outdoor garden and patio space.

Health & Wellness Assistance

  • Dedicated Health and Wellness Assistants and Personal Home Assistants in each home. They become like family.
  • Weekly light housekeeping service to take the worry off your shoulders.
  • Weekly linen, towel and personal laundry service.
  • 24-hour nurse call bell. Care Coordinator and Medication Nurses are RPN certified.
  • Daily social and wellness activities to keep active and engaged.
  • Transportation services (to/from appointments, shopping, etc.)
  • In-home cook prepares 3 meals daily, with dietary accommodations.
  • Guest meals available when you have people over.
  • All staff have Smart Serve certification and Food Handler certifications.

Love your home and love your life…

The Residence

At Sanctuary each floor of our 7-storey building is a contained, thoughtfully designed small-house retirement community. Suites are limited to a maximum of 12 residents per community. Freshly renovated, premium luxury common spaces form the heart of each home, with a kitchen, dining room, activities room, TV room, library, lanai, outdoor patio, and laundry facilities exclusively available for residents in your home.

Suites & Pricing

Sanctuary is a high-demand, exclusive Green House Model home that is redefining assisted living. We have a limited number of suites available. Each suite includes everything you need for comfort, security, and vibrant daily living. Offering four distinct sizes and layouts, in each premium-adorned suite you will find bright natural light, ample closet space, and a 3-piece ensuite washroom. At Sanctuary, we offer transparent, tiered pricing based on the size of the room (single room or suite).

Studios and 1-bedroom suites start at $5950/month.
Each Suite is unique, whether you prefer more closet space, or a bigger bathroom, we can meet your needs.

Care Services Pricing Information

At Sanctuary, we offer transparent, tiered pricing based on the size of the room (single room or suite). We are a non-profit organization offering a variety of personal care services (bundled or a la carte) which allows you to choose just the services you need.

Personal care services include:

Be part of a community and be with friends…

Let your days be shaped by the things you enjoy…

Common Questions About Sanctuary

Exactly the opposite. At Sanctuary, you will in fact gain more freedom as you won’t be burdened with house maintenance, yard work, shoveling snow, housekeeping and cooking…unless you love to cook, then our kitchen is always open for your use. You’ll enjoy a variety of social activities, as well as the freedom to come and go as you please. At Sanctuary, you are empowered to focus on the things that matter most to you.

Absolutely. We always try to place friends together within the same home and keep couples together in an appropriate suite.

Yes. We encourage you to bring your favorite furniture, pictures, and other personal items. It’s your suite, your home, to decorate as you wish.

Unfortunately pets such as dogs, cats and birds, etc, are not allowed.

We offer a 24-hour nursing call bell to ensure any emergency help is only seconds away. Healthcare professionals are onsite 24 hours a day.

We have 4 styles of suites available. You can explore our suite layouts by navigating to the Suites & Pricing section of our website. To see a suite you’re interested in for yourself, we invite you to Come Visit Us

At Sanctuary, your loved ones are always welcome to stop by!

For more specific inquiries, including additional meal requirements and overnight stay policies, please reach out to info@sanctuaryhamilton.org

Book a private viewing and let our team create a plan based on your lifestyle needs!

391 Rymal Road West
Hamilton, ON L9B 1V2

Call us: 289-639-2223
Email us: admissions@sanctuaryhamilton.org

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