DESCRIPTION
Elderhouse is a 17-unit supported living prototype designed for replication across populations needing housing supports. A small-home alternative to institutional care, it responds to seniors’ fears of isolation, loss of autonomy, and being “warehoused.” Designed as a shared home, Elderhouse fosters connection, dignity, and whole-person health through 24/7 on-site support, family-style meals, and Alberta Health Homecare services. Fourteen accessible units and three independent one-bedroom suites allow residents to age in place with flexible supports.
DETAILS
Affordability Framework
7 supportive units at 60% MMR; 7 units at 75% MMR; 3 1-bedroom independent units at 90% MMR
Target Completion Date
31-12-2027
Total Project Cost
$5,321,483
Total Units
17
Affordable Units
17
Populations Served
Seniors
Project Funding
Funding Required
$1,161,000 equity to supplement government funding & existing funds raised.
Funds Raised
City of Calgary Land $810,000; JLF Contribution (to date) $324,472; LeMay Architects $28,958; Municipal Predevelopment/Fee Rebate Grant $151,200; CMHC SEED $27,000; Pledges $75,000; JLF Fundraising (in process) $400,000; AB Housing Partnership Program $1,611,399 (unconfirmed); Federal Affordable Housing $732,454 (unconfirmed)
Use of funds
If successful, funds will enable JLF to begin construction.
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