Senior Residences in Pointe-aux-Trembles

Pointe-aux-Trembles is Montreal's easternmost district, sitting along the St. Lawrence River. A peaceful community with a close-knit identity and among the most affordable senior residences on the island — it's an increasingly popular choice for families seeking quality and accessibility.

Why choose Pointe-aux-Trembles for a senior residence?

• Lowest prices on the island — among the most affordable certified senior residences in Montreal, with an average around $2,180/month
• Exceptional natural environment — St. Lawrence River access, riverfront parks, fresh air, peaceful scenery
• Large, well-equipped residences — PAT is home to some of the east's largest facilities with pools and medical clinics
• Strong community bonds — established local identity, support networks, and sense of safety
• Medical care on-site — CHSLDs and medically supervised residences are present in the area itself

Types of residences available

• Large residences (Cat. 3) — 90–447-unit complexes with personal care, 3 meals/day, shuttle and indoor pool
• Medication management residences (Cat. 2) — for semi-autonomous seniors needing help with medication
• Private funded CHSLDs — for fully dependent seniors requiring intensive 24/7 medical care

PAT is particularly well suited for families planning a care continuum — from assisted-living residences through full-care CHSLDs, all within the same area.

Getting around from Pointe-aux-Trembles

• Bus route 189 (Notre-Dame Est) — main east-west artery through PAT, connecting to Radisson metro
• 189X Express — direct service to downtown during rush hours
• Highway 40 — easy access from Repentigny, Lanaudière, and the North Shore for visiting family
• Most residences provide medical shuttle service to outside appointments

Nearby services

• Health — CLSC Rivière-des-Prairies–Pointe-aux-Trembles, CHSLDs in the area, Santa Cabrini Hospital (20 min)
• Pharmacy — Jean-Coutu and Pharmaprix on Notre-Dame Est, with delivery service
• Grocery — IGA, Metro and neighbourhood grocery stores
• Nature — Promenade-Bellerive park (riverfront), Pointe-aux-Prairies nature park

Budget and pricing in Pointe-aux-Trembles

• Cat. 2 residences (medication) — from $1,200–$1,800/month
• Cat. 3 residences (personal assistance) — $1,800–$2,800/month — the island's lowest rates at this care level
• Private funded CHSLDs — government-regulated rates, subject to eligibility criteria

At the same budget, you will generally get more space and more services in PAT than in central neighbourhoods.