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Home is where the heart is. Within its walls, your family grows, encounters challenges and makes lifelong memories.

Learn about the various programs, resources, services and supportive living options available for seniors in Edmonton.

Tenancy Support

Tenant Support can provide the following:

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Housing Support and Referrals

Hello Seniors Program

Hello Seniors offers community social services to older adults (aged 55+). Outreach and General Support Workers help seniors navigate complex systems and complete forms for pensions, government benefits, transportation, and housing. They also connect seniors to community resources that promote education, recreation, food security, and overall well-being.

The program can help seniors:

  • Clarify their needs and goals based on readiness and available resources
  • Navigate systems such as housing, food and transportation
  • Navigate government benefits, pensions, educational and recreational programs
  • Connect with healthcare professionals when needed
  • Connect with supports to address complex issues, such as mental health, addiction, elder abuse, and social isolation
  • Find reputable service providers for snow removal, yard maintenance, housekeeping, and personal services through Seniors Home Supports
  • Understand decision-making tools and how to use them

For More Information

To access the program, please call 211 and press 2 for Seniors Information Line or contact a partner organization directly.

Greater Edmonton Foundation (GEF) Seniors Housing

GEF Seniors Housing owns and manages affordable accommodations for low to moderate income seniors age 65 years and older.

Services include:

Independent Living Apartments and Duplexes

  • Clean, bright, well maintained buildings
  • Some buildings located next to supportive living lodges
  • Staff on site

Supportive Living Lodges

  • Social and recreation activities
  • Housekeeping and linen service
  • Delicious meals and snacks
  • Staff on site 24/7

Visit Greater Edmonton Foundation Seniors Housing or phone 780-482-6561 for more information.

Financial Assistance

The Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP)

The Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP) is a program available to eligible wheelchair users to modify their home to be more wheelchair accessible. Applicants can apply for a RAMP grant of up to $7,500.

Call 780-427-5760 for more information.

Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) 

Alberta Aids to Daily Living helps Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic or terminal illness pay for basic medical equipment and supplies.  

Call 780-427-0731 for more information. 

Edmonton seniors can take advantage of financial assistance offered by the Government of Alberta.

Contact Us

311 Contact Centre

Phone  311 | Outside Edmonton and Video Relay Service (VRS): 780-442-5311 | TTY 711

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