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537 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON M2R 0A8

7.7
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11 reviews
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7.7
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5 star
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4 star
37%
3 star
18%
2 star
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Child of resident/client
4.0
"Overall a nice community
There are a few improvements that could be made, but in terms of care that they are providing our loved one and the facility they have, it is very good.

About the facility
Forestview Retirement Residence

Forestview Retirement Residence in Toronto, ON is one of senior living communities in the area. To find the right community for your needs and budget, connect with one of A Place For Mom’s local senior living advisors for free, expert advice.

Senior living options offered

Assisted Living

Independent Living

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Amenities
at Forestview Retirement Residence

Healthcare Services

  • Medication Management
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Memory Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Incontinence Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Diabetic Care

Meals & Dining

  • Vegetarian
  • Professional Chef
  • Guest Meals
  • Gluten-free
  • Room Service
  • Anytime Dining
  • Vegan
  • International Cuisine
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Meals Provided
  • Low / No Sodium

Room Amenities

  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Kitchenette
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Garden View
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Private patio, deck, or balcony
  • Air Conditioned
  • Handicap Accessible

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Covered Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available

Pets

  • Dogs Allowed
  • Cats Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Weight Limit (lbs)

Common areas

  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Central Fireplace
  • Library

Recreational areas

  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Game Room
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Fitness Center
  • Jacuzzi

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Grocery Shopping and Errands

Activities

  • Live Well Programs
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Cooking Classes
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Dances
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Bridge Club
  • Happy Hour
  • Birthday Parties
  • Walking Club
  • Holiday Parties
  • Other Religious Services
  • Book Club
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Tai Chi
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Wine Tasting
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Men's Club
  • Montessori Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Art Classes
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Activities On-site
  • Current Events Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Community Service Programs
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Stretching Classes
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Gardening Club
  • Karaoke

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Active promotion

No

Active promotion

No

Active promotion

No

Active promotion

No

Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

Yes

Pet friendly

Yes

Care types offered

2

Assisted Living, Independent Living

Care types offered

2

Assisted Living, Independent Living

Care types offered

2

Assisted Living, Memory Care

Care types offered

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Reviews

for Forestview Retirement Residence

7.7Review score11 reviews
7.7
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
37%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
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A Place for Mom has scored Forestview Retirement Residence with 7.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Forestview Retirement Residence has 11 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.9 out of 5.
Overall Rating
3.9
Cleanliness
4.1
Friendliness
4.1
Care Services
3.7
Staff
3.6
Meals & Dining
3.3
Activities
3.5
Value for Cost
3.9
A Place for Mom has scored Forestview Retirement Residence with 7.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 4 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, Forestview Retirement Residence has 11 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 3.9 out of 5.
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1-11 of 11 reviews
Anonymous - Family/friend
Independent Living
October 2, 2024
4.0
Verified Review
"Overall a nice community
There are a few improvements that could be made, but in terms of care that they are providing our loved one and the facility they have, it is very good.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
4
Staff
4
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
4
Value for Cost
4
SO - Family/friend
Assisted Living
July 30, 2024
3.0
Verified Review
Review for Forestview Retirement Residence
It took me a long time to adjust his health plan while he was there. There was a lot of turnover with their health and wellness manager role. The rest of the services were fine. When he had an episode with his dementia they kicked him out of the residence even though I was willing to pay to move him to the assisted living floor. Their demands for the move was to have 24 hour PSW care and a guard on the assisted living floor. I would not recommend to a friend or others. I picked Forestview with the intention to move him to assisted living floor but they gave me no options to work with when he declined.
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Care Services
2
Staff
3
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
3
Value for Cost
2
Anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
February 16, 2023
4.0
Verified Review
Overall I am pleased
I visited quite a few facilities and what stands out most is the mix of people. I saw elders from all ethnic groups in the facility. I think people from different backgrounds would feel comfortable here. I think the staff could encourage the residents more to participate in the activities that they have provided. I would recommend Forestview to others looking.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
4
Staff
5
Activities
3
Value for Cost
5
anonymous - Family/friend
Assisted Living
November 30, 2022
4.0
Verified Review
Overall pleased
The staff is incredibly friendly and caring. They go out of their way to help and make the residents comfortable. The staff in the kitchen are my favorite. They are wonderful to my dad. They really got to know him and his habits. The only complaint is administrative support. I have had to do some chasing. I initiated the transfer to switch family doctor and it took 3 months and still transfer is. Or complete.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Care Services
4
Staff
5
Meals & Dining
4
Activities
3
Value for Cost
4
MING L - Family/friend
Independent Living
April 13, 2021
1.0
WORST EXPERIENCE EVER
I have lost all my trust in this place.
Cleanliness
1
Friendliness
1
Care Services
1
Staff
1
Meals & Dining
1
Activities
1
Value for Cost
1
David - Family/friend
Independent Living
March 2, 2021
4.5
Verified Review
Beautiful independent home
We chose Forestview because it was an Adventist home and they keep kosher. We liked that it was a mixed community. In non covid times, they have fantastic activities. The halls are beautiful and bright and the art is lovely. They had a really nice facility overlooking a forest valley, it is stunning. There is nothing really walking distance, but there is a lot of independence offered. The staff were very respectful of freedom of the residents and it was a good experience. I would recommend to others looking.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
December 5, 2019
5.0
I had a pleasant tour of Forestview. Attractive decor and roomy bright dining room and various activity rooms. A nice variety of activities I would enjoy in the monthly program. The resident studio and 1 bedroom apts. I viewed were a good size for the price. The building faces a treed ravine and is in a quiet area.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
September 12, 2019
5.0
Tough Decision
The most difficult decision to make is when we were told that our loved one could not come home after her recovery at the hospital. We never knew that we would have to bring her to an Assisted Living retirement home. With the dementia we know it was no longer safe to go home alone. We were completely clueless on assisted living retirement homes. After doing multiple tours of other retirement homes, we looked at Forestview. We were so impressed with staff, cleanliness of all the facilities. The rooms were all well lit. We actually felt as if we were is a hotel. From the entrance to the Country Kitchen to the Bistro. We decided that this was the place for our loved one. We wanted to give Forestview a try for at least 3 months to see if our shy, non English speaking mother would thrive in this environment. This shy mom, loves the staff, engages in some activities. Who knew she would love to paint! The staff has even learned a few words in Italian! We are very happy to see her happy.
Cleanliness
4.5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
4.5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
May 7, 2019
5.0
An exceptional community, everything you could want for your loved ones. Our tour staff [name removed], was wonderful, she addressed all our questions & concerns in our next step for transition. All floors, dining areas, reception area were immaculate in care. The corridors leading up to the room all had support rails on the walls to assist the residence. The residence were all smiles as we walked through the doors, not over crowed, and she knew all the residents by name. This is on the top of our list for next steps. Thank you.
Cleanliness
5
Friendliness
5
Value for Cost
5
Care Services
5
Activities
5
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
January 25, 2019
4.0
Beautiful place with state of the art facilities and luxury for residents. But too pricey on a day to day basis and too isolating for the location for public transportation. Although I would choose this place if it were me and my partner moving in, because the views are amazing and the staff very welcoming!
Cleanliness
4
Friendliness
4
Value for Cost
4
Care Services
4
Activities
4
Anonymous - Toured community
Independent Living
February 7, 2018
3.0
This home looks like it will be very good once completed. Some suites will have a lovely view of the ravine. Good programming and food choices. Rated 3 only because I haven’t actually seen the building - completion mid March.
Cleanliness
3
Friendliness
3
Value for Cost
3
Care Services
3
Activities
3
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Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for Assisted Living. To ensure that a community meets your needs and expectations, we recommend that seniors and family members:

  • Tour the location: Touring allows you to speak to current residents and staff, and helps you confirm the accuracy of the community description and photos. Use our touring checklist to help guide your visit.

  • Confirm the availability of required services: Before you commit, make sure that the community offers all the services your senior needs, and that those services can be provided within your budget.

  • Know the Ontario regulations for Assisted Living: Each state has its own laws and inspections processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Depending on your state, you may even be able to look up inspection reports for the community(ies) you’re considering. Learn more about Ontario regulations for Assisted Living.

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Forestview Retirement Residence offers Studio and 1 Bedroom. Learn more.

A Place for Mom has scored Forestview Retirement Residence 7.7 out of 10 using our proprietary review score.

 

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