{"id":31935,"date":"2021-01-29T18:50:34","date_gmt":"2021-01-29T23:50:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/accesresidences.com\/difference-chsld-residence-privee\/"},"modified":"2026-01-27T09:00:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T14:00:52","slug":"the-difference-between-a-chsld-and-a-private-residence-for-seniors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/accesresidences.com\/en\/the-difference-between-a-chsld-and-a-private-residence-for-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"The difference between a CHSLD and a private residence for seniors."},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The difference between a CHSLD
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Do you know the difference between a CHSLD<\/span>\u00a0
and a private seniors\u2019 residence (PSR)? Our specialists in accommodation for seniors will be more than happy to shed light on the differences.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

When the time comes to<\/span>\u202ffind the perfect residence<\/span><\/a>\u202ffor a senior,\u00a0<\/span>fully understanding their needs<\/span><\/b>\u00a0is important. A private or public CHSLD does not offer the same services and is not aimed at the same client base as a private residence. This is why our specialists support families when the time comes to make\u00a0difficult decisions.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0unable to choose between a CHSLD and a private residence, we can help and guide you toward the right choice. Feel free to check out\u00a0<\/span>our complete file<\/span><\/b>\u00a0which will give you a better understanding of the difference between a CHSLD and a private seniors\u2019 residence.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What is the difference between a CHSLD and a private seniors\u2019 residence? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In order to grasp the difference between a CHSLD and a private seniors\u2019 residence, let\u2019s start by defining the role of these establishments, their objectives and what they offer.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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What is a CHSLD? <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The acronym CHSLD refers to a\u00a0<\/span>C<\/span><\/b>entre\u00a0d\u2019<\/span>H<\/span><\/b>\u00e9bergement\u00a0et de\u202f<\/span>S<\/span><\/b>oins\u00a0de\u202f<\/span>L<\/span><\/b>ongue\u202f<\/span>D<\/span><\/b>ur\u00e9e (residential or long-term care centre). This type of accommodation is designed for a client base with moderate to severe autonomy loss due to physical or cognitive decline. In such residences, the focus is on\u00a0<\/span>healthcare and activities of daily living (ADL)<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

There are three kinds of CHSLD in Quebec (public, contracted private and non-contracted private). The main difference between these three types of CHSLD is that there is no state intervention\u00a0with regard to\u00a0selecting a client base and available places in a non-contracted private CHSLD. Access to a state-run CHSLD is often a long and laborious process and requires involvement on the part of your social worker. If you\u00a0don\u2019t\u00a0have a social worker,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0vital that you\u00a0submit\u00a0a request to your CLSC before seeking a place in a CHSLD managed by a public health agency. The most efficient approach is to begin by reaching out to an\u00a0Acc\u00e8s\u00a0R\u00e9sidence\u00a0Advisor. They can guide you through the decision-making process (private or public).<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

CHSLDs are primarily intended for seniors who have reduced autonomy and require a<\/span>\u00a0range of care and more intensive support<\/span><\/b>. For example, if a senior is no longer able to walk, transfer (move into or out of a bed,\u00a0chair\u00a0or wheelchair), feed themself or is incontinent, they may receive adequate care in a CHSLD. Certain CHSLDs also offer specialist services such as occupational therapy and physiotherapy. An\u00a0Acc\u00e8s\u00a0R\u00e9sidence\u00a0Advisor can guide you toward the establishment that best suits the senior\u2019s needs. CHSLDs are also subject to strict rules and are regularly evaluated by government authorities to ensure that they\u00a0comply with\u00a0the required standards. CHSLDs must\u00a0<\/span>meet certain requirements<\/span><\/a>\u202fin order to\u00a0obtain a licence.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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