Boyne Care Holdings is moving ahead with plans for a new assisted living residence in Carman, aimed at filling a long-identified gap in seniors’ housing and care in the region.
An exterior rendering shows the planned Boyne Assisted Living residence in Carman, a 50-unit, three-storey building that will be connected to Boyne Lodge. Construction is scheduled to begin in spring 2026.
The Boyne Assisted Living project will be a 50-unit, three-storey residence offering assisted living services, with construction scheduled to begin in spring 2026 and completion planned for fall 2027.
Executive director Tyler King said the need for assisted living was identified during the early planning stages of the Boyne Lodge Personal Care Home.
“We had recognized from the start that assisted living was missing in the region,” King said. “Adding this facility was always part of the longer-term plan once the personal care home was established.”
King said the project represents the second phase of Boyne Care Holdings’ broader vision for seniors’ care in the Carman-Dufferin area, with a focus on matching residents to housing that fits their changing needs.
“Our focus is on seniors housing and making sure people are in the right type of housing for where they are at,” he said.
The new residence will be physically connected to Boyne Lodge, creating what King described as an aging-in-place campus designed to support easier transitions in care.
“Being connected makes a real difference, especially in winter,” he said. “It allows for easier mobility and helps families remain close as care needs change.”
The facility will be attached to the west end of Boyne Lodge and will feature three floors, each with shared amenities. The main floor will house the dining area and a multi-purpose space overlooking the Boyne River, along with a meeting space for families and access to an outdoor patio.
Two elevators will serve the building, supporting accessibility throughout. The second and third floors will include common areas for games, visiting and planned activities, while the third floor will also feature an outdoor terrace and indoor lounge overlooking the river. River-facing suites will include balconies.
The residence will offer a mix of one- and two-bedroom suites, with accessibility incorporated into the design to support comfort and ease of movement.
Residents will receive brunch and supper daily, along with light housekeeping, linen and towel laundry services, and planned recreation programming as part of the service package. Additional services will be available as needed.
Assisted living, King said, provides a level of support that sits between independent living and a personal care home.
“Independent living doesn’t include supports, while a personal care home provides full care,” he said. “Assisted living offers meals, housekeeping, laundry and recreation, with the option to add supports as needed.”
The project will not receive provincial or municipal funding and will be fully supported through resident fees. Boyne Care Holdings is a not-for-profit organization, with staffing coordinated internally.
Projected monthly rent and service packages are expected to start at $3,500 for a one-bedroom unit and $3,995 for a two-bedroom unit. Affordable suites are planned to start at $2,995 per month. An additional $700 per month will apply for a second resident in the same suite to cover service costs. Final pricing is still under development.
King said affordability has been a central consideration throughout the design process.
“The goal has been to create something that is both appealing and affordable,” he said, adding that pricing will continue to be refined as construction approaches.
Boyne Care Holdings recently opened a priority waiting list and has already received applications and deposit cheques.
“The early response has been encouraging,” King said. “We would like to see all suites spoken for prior to construction.”
Once approved, applicants may secure a suite with a refundable $1,000 deposit, with priority based on the date deposits are received.
King said the project will help families keep aging parents in the community rather than having to seek assisted living options elsewhere.
“This allows people to stay closer to home, near family and friends, and in a place where supports are available,” he said. “That peace of mind is important.”
He added the development strengthens Carman’s ability to support residents as they age.
“This fills a gap in the community and helps ensure Carman remains a place where people can continue to live as their needs change,” King said.
More information and application details are available at www.boynecare.ca.
