The Dunfield Retirement Residence

The Dunfield Retirement Residence is wonderfully located in Midtown Toronto and is equal parts elegant and comfortable. The staff operates as a family which extends to the residence. There are great dining and entertainment choices to keep residence active and engaged. I have friends who live here and they are very happy with the choice they made.

Such a beautiful facility. From the interior design to its service. The entrance is grand and sofisticated. Looks like a hotel lobby. The staff are nice and welcoming. There are pay parking by the streets. Right at the corner of Yonge and Dunfield. Walking distance to everything and transportation is so convenient too.

The workers are smoking at the back next to our balcony window. My wife is pregnant and its a serious issue for us. I've emailed the management and there's been no world.

My parents moved to the Dunfield 7 years ago. It has been their home where they have welcomed family and friends and celebrated many special occasions. The dining room quickly became our family's favourite gathering place. Sadly, our father died this past winter at the Dunfield of old age (91). With Ontario public health's Covid-19 restrictions in place, this was an extraordinarily challenging time but I want to thank the ENTIRE Dunfield staff for their tireless efforts, their remarkable care and kindness in helping my parents and family navigate the necessary lockdowns and restricted visitor policies. On a brighter note, for 6 years our family gatherings in the dining room were numerous and it is very nice that a few of us can once again gather and enjoy a meal with our mom in the Alcove. Mom has good friends at the Dunfield, a testament to her but also the other wonderful residents who help make the Dunfield a warm, friendly, caring and special place to live.

The Dunfield cares so much about mom and about all of us. The people are wonderful, the management, the office staff, the PSW's, the nurses, the serving staff at the restaurants and the cleaners and maintenance teams. EVERYONE treats mom and us like family. They care about tiny needs and major things. It is always clean and safe and so family friendly. It is an incredible location, a wonderful environment and a very special place to spend time. AND, the food is great in the restaurants. Worth the investment for a very happy and loving residence for mom and for our family time when we visit.

My father has been living at the Dunfield Retirement Residence for a few years and we have been extremely pleased with the residence in all aspects of the building, facilities, staff, restaurant and administration. The general manager, James, is consistently supportive and helpful, doing whatever he can to meet our needs and address our questions/requests. The staff is friendly, inviting and helpful. We feel that our father is in excellent hands at the Dunfield and would recommend this residence to anyone looking for a place for their loved one.

I can't say enough about how wonderful the Dunfield is. It is impeccably maintained and the staff couldn't be more supportive and enthusiastic. I like it so much I want to move in!

My mother stayed at the Dunfield on the Assisted Living Floor from mid Jan - early April 2012. We discovered that the staff left her alone, fallen on the floor of her room for 4 hours before anyone noticed. Our private caregiver found her. My mother was also placed in a right side accessible unit when she was had right side neglect from a stroke. Which means, she needed a left side accessible unit. Add to this situation, my mother was asked to leave the dining room b/c the residents were complaining that she needed help with eating. ( as in, they did not want her caregiver to help her….) So…flash forward to Tuesday June 20th. My husband sits on a bench on the lawn outside the building to read his emails on his phone during his lunch break. He works on Eglinton Ave. A few minutes later, staff member came out and told him to leave as “the residents were complaining.” Colonialism is not dead in this place. I am disgusted to learn that nothing has changed. Do not send your family members here. its costs the same to hire privately and keep your loved one at home. Don’t let the fancy chandeliers and grand piano persuade you.

My father and mother have been staying at the Dunfield for years. It’s definitely one of the best retirement homes in the city. Beautiful Dining room for get togethers with the entire family. If you can stay there you will love it.

My 85 year old Father moved into the Dunfield Residence November 2021. This was a very stressful time for him as he was leaving a toxic relationship and sadly leaving behind his beloved rescue animals. Catherine and the staff at the Dunfield made his transition incredibly smooth and positive. Since he has been at the Dunfield he has literally thrived. He has not been this happy or healthy for years! It took a little time but now he is participating in exercise and activities virtually everyday. He told me recently that this was the best thing he could have done. He loves all of the staff and they treat him with such respect and kindness. Many of the other residence have reached out to him for lunch and dinner dates. I cannot say enough positive things about the Dunfield, it should be on top of your list if you are looking for an excellent living situation for yourself or your loved ones. ps he has since rescued a senior cat which is also allowed at his new lovely home!