Press Release: Elderado Launches Availability Registry in Ontario.
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Families often worry about how their loved one with dementia will be supported in long-term care. This week, the Ontario government announced new funding and programs aimed at improving dementia care in long-term care homes across the province. Here is what you need to know about it: Improving Dementia Care Program (IDCP) The Ontario government […]
February 25, 2026
There’s never a time we’re taught the difference between a retirement home and a long-term care home – rather it’s a question that’s often thrust upon us when an aging loved one needs support. We get it, we built Elderado because we were in those shoes. Here are the answers to 6 common questions we […]
February 17, 2026
Walking into Scarborough Retirement Residence (SRR) feels like entering a bustling, welcoming family home. From the moment you cross the threshold, the atmosphere is set by the sound of music and the gentle hum of friends chatting in the lobby. Throughout my visit, that feeling of home was reinforced by every architectural detail: the warm […]
February 14, 2026
Touring a retirement home may be an exciting lifestyle transition, or it can feel like an overwhelming experience that’s difficult to navigate. If you find yourself in the latter category, here are 12 questions you might consider asking when you tour a retirement home. What is included in the base rate, and what are some […]
February 11, 2026
A Deep Dive into McCowan Retirement Residence – A Retirement Community That Feels Like Home From the moment I met with my hosts, Lesley and Sandra, it was immediately apparent that McCowan Retirement Residence is a community built on a foundation of genuine human connection. Throughout my visit, I was struck by the profound level […]
February 10, 2026
When families begin exploring options for aging — retirement living, long-term care, home care, and community supports, many start by doing their own research. Online platforms like Elderado play an important and valuable role in this process, giving families access to information, comparisons, and visibility into options that may otherwise feel hard to find. For […]
February 9, 2026
Introduction: A Symphony of First Impressions As I sat in the lobby ahead of my tour, the air filled with the swell of live classical music drifting up from the grand room below. A quartet consisting of three violinists and a cellist was performing a vibrant repertoire ranging from Vivaldi to ABBA. Complete with puppets […]
February 7, 2026
My name is Ellen Pisani, and I am incredibly excited to join the Elderado team for a six-week placement. This opportunity is the capstone of my Community and Health Services Navigation certificate program through Cambrian College. From the moment I came across Elderado, I was struck by the innovative, person-centered work being done by Daniel […]
January 15, 2026
We got to enjoy Lunch at Bloom Oshawa with Jacquie Platten, Retirement Living Consultant at Bloom Oshawa, and six real estate agents. All six agents support older adults downsizing in Durham, and got at least 18 out of 20 on the Senior Living Certified Level 1 quiz – demonstrating a commitment to help their clients […]
January 14, 2026
Finding elder care in Canada can be confusing and stressful. Families have to navigate long-term care waitlists, different levels of retirement living support, eligibility requirements, budgets, and often they are under time pressure. Social workers and discharge planners want to help, but resources can be limited and fragmented across various websites and platforms. When Elderado […]
November 30, 2025
When an older adult is considering downsizing into a retirement home or long term care the right real estate agent can make the transition much easier. A knowledgeable agent who understands how long-term care and retirement homes work can help families navigate a stressful and complex process. To help families find that kind of support, […]
November 19, 2025
When a patient no longer needs acute care but can’t safely return home, social workers, discharge planners, and patient care coordinators often have to work against the clock to find appropriate elder care. Every long-term care home has a waitlist, but there are retirement homes with immediate availability – the problem is finding those homes. […]
October 26, 2025
The Retirement Living Availability Registry (RLAR) is a free, online tool from Elderado that helps retirement homes share their availability with families and health partners in real time – and makes it easy for them to stay visible. Sign up your home Making It Easier to Connect With Families Traditionally, families and social workers have […]
October 26, 2025
When a loved one suddenly needs care, families can find themselves in a race against time. A hospital discharge, a sudden change in health, or a fall can create an urgent need for safe, appropriate care. In these moments, families are forced to make big decisions fast – and the search for a retirement home […]
October 26, 2025
When a loved one suddenly needs care, finding a retirement home with space can be stressful. Families often have to make quick decisions, calling around to multiple homes to find out who has availability and can provide the care their loved one needs. That’s where the Retirement Living Availability Registry (RLAR) comes in. The Retirement […]
October 22, 2025
Submitted by: Jay at Retirement Home Insider Moving Into a Retirement Home? If you have aging loved ones thinking about moving into a retirement home, use these simple expert tips to help make your senior living transition as seamless as possible. Learn what families need to know – both before – and after, move-in day. […]
September 30, 2025
What Elderado Taught Me It’s a strange feeling writing this final entry. Not because I don’t know what to say, but because there’s too much I could say. Too many lessons, too many moments, too many people I want to thank to fit into a single blog post. My internship at Elderado has officially come […]
August 29, 2025
New feature reduces the time families, hospitals, and social workers spend searching for housing – starting in Durham, expanding Ontario-wide and across Canada. Toronto, ON – August 29, 2025 – Elderado.ca, Ontario’s trusted platform for researching long-term care and retirement homes, today announced the launch of its Availability Registry, a digital tool designed to help […]
August 29, 2025
Recently, Elderado co-founder Daniel Clarke joined The Next Stage, a podcast produced by Krygier Wealth Management of RBC Dominion Securities, to talk about one of life’s most challenging transitions: the move into retirement living. The episode, titled “The Search for Retirement Living”, covered everything from practical search tools to the emotional side of planning care. […]
August 28, 2025
When Ben Hutton sat down with Elderado’s co‑founder Daniel Clarke, they explored what makes Opulife’s home care approach feel more like caring for family than just business. In today’s post, we’ll walk through Opulife’s thoughtful touches, especially for Ontario’s vibrant Italian community, and the make all the difference for their clients. Ben is the Co-Founder […]
August 26, 2025
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