Jarlette Health Services

Jarlette Health Services is a Canadian family-led senior living and long-term care provider based in Midland, Ontario. Founded in 1970, the organization began with a single home and has grown over five decades into a family of retirement lodges, long-term care communities, other senior accommodations and campuses of care across Ontario. Its founding philosophy — family-guided leadership, personal accountability and commitment to excellence — continues to shape how care is delivered today. The company describes its mission as providing senior living experiences that place residents and families at the centre of every decision. It combines evidence-based practices with a people-first philosophy to create environments where residents feel secure, respected and valued. Its approach integrates clinical excellence, compassionate service and thoughtful innovation to support meaningful daily living. Jarlette communities are designed to feel familiar, secure and supportive, creating a sense of belonging for residents and peace of mind for families. Jarlette Health Services operates retirement and long-term care communities across Ontario. Its homes offer flexible, supportive and tailored living solutions that evolve with residents' needs. The organization emphasizes personalized attention, structured support and a collaborative approach that includes family members in meaningful ways. Its Philosophy of Living is grounded in dignity, respect and a commitment to delivering professional care in welcoming, well-managed communities which "feel like home." It focuses on open communication, transparency, accountability and responsiveness in everything it does. The organization is guided by a strategic plan shaped by four pillars: Quality of Life, High-Performing Teams, Engaged Relationships, and Business Stewardship. Through continuous improvement and deliberate planning, it strives to strengthen the resident experience, empower its teams and ensure responsible growth across all communities. Jarlette Health Services is committed to providing programs and services that respect the dignity and independence of all individuals, residents and employees alike. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), it works proactively to remove barriers and ensure equitable access across its communities and workplaces. It is also committed to fostering environments where residents, families and team members feel valued, heard and supported. As a private, family-led organization, Jarlette Health Services does not trade on a public stock exchange. It remains headquartered in Midland, Ontario, where it was founded, and continues to operate a portfolio of senior living communities throughout Ontario.

Jarlette Health Services was founded in 1970 in Midland, Ontario, by Alex and Roberta (Bobbie) Jarlette. The organization began with a clear vision rooted in compassion, high standards and community connection. What started as a single home has grown into a family of retirement lodges, long-term care communities, other senior accommodations and campuses of care across Ontario. Over five decades, the organization expanded its footprint across Ontario while maintaining its founding philosophy of family-guided leadership, personal accountability and commitment to excellence. This philosophy continues to shape how care is delivered today. The company remains family-led and headquartered in Midland, Ontario. In recent years, Jarlette Health Services has articulated a strategic plan — its path forward — shaped by four pillars: Quality of Life, High-Performing Teams, Engaged Relationships, and Business Stewardship. Through continuous improvement and deliberate planning, the organization strives to strengthen the resident experience, empower its teams and ensure responsible growth across all communities. The organization has also formalized commitments to accessibility and inclusion. It is committed to providing programs and services that respect the dignity and independence of all individuals, residents and employees alike. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), it works proactively to remove barriers and ensure equitable access across its communities and workplaces. It also fosters environments where residents, families and team members feel valued, heard and supported. Today, Jarlette Health Services operates a portfolio of senior living communities across Ontario, offering flexible, supportive and tailored living solutions that evolve with residents' needs. Its homes are designed to feel familiar, secure and supportive, creating a sense of belonging for residents and peace of mind for families.

• 2026

  Published the Jarlette Journal – July 2026.

• 1970

  Founded in Midland, Ontario, by Alex and Roberta (Bobbie) Jarlette, starting with a single home.

• Expanded over five decades into a family of retirement lodges, long-term care communities, other senior accommodations and campuses of care across Ontario.

• Adopted a strategic plan shaped by four pillars: Quality of Life, High-Performing Teams, Engaged Relationships, and Business Stewardship.

Family-led senior living provider combining evidence-based practices with a people-first philosophy, focused on dignity, respect and communities that feel like home.

• Retirement lodges

  Flexible, supportive and tailored living solutions for seniors that evolve with individual needs.

• Long-term care communities

  Communities providing professional care in welcoming, well-managed environments.

• Campuses of care

  Integrated senior living campuses offering a continuum of care.

• Other senior accommodations

  Additional housing options for seniors across Ontario.

1. 1Long Term Care & Retirement Living in Ontario | Jarlette Health Servicesjarlette.com
2. 2About | Jarlette Health Servicesjarlette.com
3. 3Jarlette Journal - July 2026 | Jarlette Health Servicesjarlette.com
4. 4Jarlette Health Serviceswikidata.org