About Us
MacLeod Cares. It’s what we do.
With 14 locations in Atlantic Canada, MacLeod Cares is a trusted name in retirement living & senior care services. We take pride in providing safe, high-quality care while paying special attention to the little things you love. Come live or work with us and experience the difference for yourself.
Caring is top of mind in everything we do. And, we take great pride in doing it well. Whatever the type of care and style of living you are looking for, the MacLeod Cares difference is evident:
- We are resident-focused in everything we do
- Our facilities provide a home-like setting
- We have caring professionals offering 24/7 care
- We do our best to incorporate the little things you love
Discover the MacLeod Cares difference. Contact one of our locations now to schedule a tour.
About The MacLeod Group
The MacLeod Group was founded in 1981 with a vision to become the recognized leader in high-quality retirement living and senior care by building on a solid foundation of family values and a sense of community. Today, MacLeod Cares still holds fast to our late founders’ vision as we own and operate 14 long-term care facilities and retirement living communities across the Maritimes.
Our Founders – Brian and Irene MacLeod
The late Brian and Irene MacLeod founded MacLeod Group Incorporated in 1984, which has since grown into one of the largest nursing home operators in Atlantic Canada.
Brian earned a BA from Mount Allison University, majoring in philosophy and psychology. Before founding the company, he served as Band Administrator of the Whycocomagh Band for three years and was later honoured as an Honorary Chief in recognition of his service.
Beyond founding MacLeod Group, Brian remained deeply involved in and committed to his local community. He served on the St. James United Church Board and the Board of Directors of the Antigonish Affordable Housing Society, and he established the Festival Antigonish Foundation. He also served on numerous committees at Mount Allison University and as a member of the Board of Governors of Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC). His commitment to community and education extended to NSCC’s Port Hawkesbury Campus, where he made a major gift to establish Mawio’mi Place, a presentation and cultural space for Mi’kmaq students.
In 2023, Brian was awarded the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal for Nova Scotia, recognizing his significant impact on his community and his strong commitment to community spirit, volunteerism and service to others.
Our Executive Committee
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Ramsay Duff
Chief Executive Officer -
Doug Stephens
Chief Human Resources Officer -
Dave Stewart
Chief Financial Officer
Supporting Your Community
MacLeod Cares is proud to support local Maritime communities and the organizations that make living better for Maritimers. These include local organizations like the Mahone Bay Volunteer Fire Department and the South Shore Community Health Centre in Crapaud, PEI.
Philanthropic Partners
MacLeod Cares proudly supports many organizations in the arts, culture, education and research sectors. Current philanthropic partnerships include: Antigonish Highland Games, Festival Antigonish, Mount Allison University, Nova Scotia Community College, St. Martha’s Hospital Foundation and the Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation.
Reflections by Carolyn Brown
A collection of stories and reflections written by retired staff member Carolyn Brown.
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It Can’t Be Fall!
by Carolyn Brown of our Riverside Court location in Woodstock, NB As I look out and realize where we are in the time of year,…
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Better Late Than Never
by Carolyn Brown of our Riverside Court location in Woodstock, NB Well, I would have to lay claim to that statement today as I’m late…
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With Fond Memories
by Carolyn Brown of our Riverside Court location in Woodstock, NB Life moves steadily on in the “big yellow house” with the welcome mat out…