Expanding home support services for Alberta seniors

To help maintain seniors’ well-being, independence and safety in their homes and communities, 15 community organizations have received funding to help them expand their services. Six initial grants were awarded in July 2022 for projects that are now operating and nine additional grants were awarded in June of this year.

Drumheller’s new seniors housing project will be located by the Hillview Lodge.

“Seniors across our province deserve to live vibrant lives as they age. This funding is critical to ensure that seniors have the supports they need to live independently in their homes and communities,” said Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services.

These non-medical services range from social and emotional supports to help with everyday tasks such as housekeeping, yard and snow removal, transportation to and from appointments, and meal delivery. Together with home care and other community services, this expansion will help address the increasing complexity of needs as Albertans age.

One of the approved projects for this year is the Drumheller/Starland Older Adult Community & Home Support Project, which will receive $175,000.