Types of long-term care

Home support services can help with personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation for individuals living at home or as a source of relief for caregivers. 

Review a list of home support agencies or visit the New Brunswick Home Support Association.  

For more information or to apply, visit Social Supports NB.

Special care homes are for adults in fair health who are capable of walking or using a wheelchair with some assistance, and who do not require 24-hour nursing care.

These homes offer support with activities like dressing, bathing, and medications. 

Level 2:

• Individuals are somewhat independent 

• Acceptable mobility but may need a walker or wheelchair

• If a dementia diagnosis was given, it is in the early stage

May need help with tasks like getting in the tub or remembering to take medications

Level 3G (Generalist): 

• Getting around is more difficult for the individual

• A dementia diagnosis would still be in the early stage

• Struggles with more daily tasks like bathing, dressing or eating 

Review a list of special care homes in New Brunswick.  

NB Special Care Home Association

For more information or to apply, visit Social Supports NB.

Nursing homes are for those individuals who require round-the-clock nursing care and supervision. These homes have staff available 24/7 to offer help with personal care, meals, medications, and housekeeping. 

They also have Licensed Practical Nurses and Registered Nurses available to support health needs.

Level 3A:

• Full-time nursing care is required 

• Individuals cannot get out of bed and needs support moving 

• Dementia may present in middle to late stage

Review a list of nursing homes or visit the New Brunswick Nursing Home Association. 

For more information or to apply, visit Social Supports NB. 

Memory care homes are designed to support the later stages of dementia. With higher staff-to-resident ratios, they can provide help with eating meals, getting dressed, bathing and other daily activities. 

Because they are specifically designed for people living with dementia, common features include single-floor accessibility, secure facilities, a maximum of 18 residents and a fenced-in courtyard.

Level 3B:

• Individuals have significant memory problems  

• Dementia would be in the middle to late stage

• Individuals frequently gets lost when left alone

• Individuals may be incontinent

Review a list of memory homes in New Brunswick.  

For more information or to apply, visit Social Supports NB.

For more information on preparing for your move, click download PDF to review the booklet, Going to a Nursing Home.