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Social housing agreement

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The Governments of Canada and Alberta signed a social housing agreement on June 30, 2016. The agreement transfers the federal government’s 75 per cent interest in jointly-owned affordable housing... More ≫

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The Governments of Canada and Alberta signed a social housing agreement on June 30, 2016. The agreement transfers the federal government’s 75 per cent interest in jointly-owned affordable housing properties and full responsibility for affordable housing programs to the province.

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Core need income thresholds (CNIT)

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The Community Housing Program provides subsidized rental housing to low-income families, senior citizens, and individuals with special needs who cannot afford private sector accommodations.... More ≫

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The Community Housing Program provides subsidized rental housing to low-income families, senior citizens, and individuals with special needs who cannot afford private sector accommodations. Applicants whose income falls below local income limits are eligible to apply. This document provides the local income limit for municipalities throughout Alberta.

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day resource toolkit

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This toolkit was designed to help individuals, organizations and communities plan annual activities to raise awareness on elder abuse and to highlight the need for appropriate action.

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Alberta's affordable housing system

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This infographic explains affordable housing in Alberta, outlines the financial support provided by each level of government, the different types of housing programs, and factors that affect the... More ≫

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This infographic explains affordable housing in Alberta, outlines the financial support provided by each level of government, the different types of housing programs, and factors that affect the supply of and demand for affordable housing.

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Care conversations : it’s about you and the person you support

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This fact sheet encourages conversations between caregivers and the person receiving support.

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Care options : choosing the best plan for you and the person you care for

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This fact sheet encourages discussion about caregiving options.

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Social isolation of seniors

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This two-volume toolkit includes will help organizations and individuals approach the social isolation of seniors. Volume I raises awareness about social isolation among seniors, introduces some... More ≫

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This two-volume toolkit includes will help organizations and individuals approach the social isolation of seniors. Volume I raises awareness about social isolation among seniors, introduces some useful concepts related to social innovation, and shows how social innovation can help to address social isolation in Canadian communities through examples. Volume II includes tools to help individuals and organizations develop lasting community partnerships to reduce the social isolation of seniors.

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Affordable housing programs in Alberta

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This fact sheet summarizes information about affordable housing programs in Alberta.

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Proposed future directions for Alberta’s affordable housing system

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This fact sheet summarizes information about affordable housing system: guiding principles, outcomes for Albertans, system and community outcomes.

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Balancing work and caregiving : tips for employed caregivers of family or friends

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Presents tips for employed caregivers of family or friends when balancing work and caregiving.

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