Housing Program

Canadian Mental Health Association - Edmonton Region


Description
Provides affordable housing for people with mental illness and / or low income.

Service offers:

  • long-term, affordable housing for people with mental illness and / or low income

Includes:

  • access for tenants to all other agency programs and services

Affiliation: Edmonton Police Service's Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
Key Provider: advocacy and wayfinding co-ordinators, housing services staff (manager and director), peer supporters
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • 18 years and older
  • with low income (need to have a verifiable source of income)
  • and a history of mental illness
  • who are capable of independent community living
  • and have a demonstrated need for subsidized housing
Application Process
Service Access: Application Required, To access service, each application requires:
  • proof of current income
  • written reference from a previous landlord
  • written reference from a doctor or community professional that confirms suitability for independent living and how ongoing support services will be provided
  • signed addendum agreeing to rules and regulations of Crime Free Multi-Housing Program
Pet policy: 
  • pets are approved on a case-by-case basis
  • a maximum of 2 cats or 1 small dog (15 pounds or under) are allowed
  • fish are allowed

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: Yes,

Wait list is based on need and not when application received.


Telephone
780-414-6300
Fax
780-482-7498
Web Site
http://www.cmha-edmonton.ab.ca
Email
main@cmha-edmonton.ab.ca
Languages
English
Fees
Fee: Yes,

Rent varies according to building and income. Contact for details.


Fee Reduction: No
Membership Fee: Yes,

Annual Special $2.50


Annual Basic $5.00


Annual Standard $20.00


Annual Corporate $50.00


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: Yes - Includes:
  • elevators
  • automatic front doors (internal doors not automatic)
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Last Verified On
July 4, 2024
Address
10010 105 Street NW
Edmonton, AB, T5J 1C4
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Hours of Operation
Mon
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Tue
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Wed
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Thu
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Fri
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM

Closed statutory holidays.