My Home

Think about the home you live in now.

Use our checklist below to think through your options as you age.

Click Here to see the Home checklist

Resources

Around the home

There are plenty of businesses in Edmonton designed to help seniors with moving, de-cluttering/downsizing, as well as regular and seasonal housework.

You can contact Seniors Home Supports Program for referrals to the service provider you need. They have divided Edmonton into six areas, so find the right association for your location by looking at the map at the bottom of their page.

Click here for more information on the services provided and how the referral process works.

Map and chart taken from http://www.seniorshomesupports.com/seniors.html

Fall prevention

If you're concerned about falling at home, the Canada Safety Council has a few suggestions for what to look at around your house. Click here to see their recommendations.

Finding Balance also offers some suggestions: Click here.

Modifying your home

It is recommended you make changes to your home for an easier transition as you age. The Canada Safety Council has produced a checklist of what you will want to consider changing around your home. Click here to see that list.

These business can help:

Libertad Ltd: Click here or call 780-965-6710
- Libertad will audit your home and community for possible risks and areas of concern as you age.
Little Things: Click here
- Little Things is a contracting company that can install age-friendly accommodations in your home.

If you're using a wheelchair, or consistently use a four-wheeled walker, you can apply for a grant to make your home accessible. Click here for more information.

You may also be eligible for the Senior Home Adaptation and Repair Program (SHARP) grant. Click here for more information.

Finding a new home

There are people and organizations trained to help you find a new home that's right for your needs.

Home for Life is a joint initiative between City of Edmonton and Age Friendly Edmonton. They provide information for folks buying or building a home, who are thinking about aging in place. Click here for more information.
The Sage Housing Program assists seniors and their family or caregivers to find the right living situation. Give them a call for more information, 587-773-1764.
The Great Edmonton Foundation is also a non-profit organization designed to help seniors find appropriate living. Click here or call 780-482-6561.
Real Estate agencies often have a specialist in buying and selling homes for seniors. You can either contact the agency and ask for the senior representative, or do a search on the internet for the agency you prefer.
Alberta Seniors Communities & Housing Association has a lot of information about looking for a new living situation, as well as a housing directory designed to find the right house based on your needs. Click here for more information.
HomeEd is a non-profit organization designed to help folks find affordable rent and housing solutions. Click here for more information or call 780-474-5706.

The Sage directory has a wealth of information for finding the right place for your needs. You can access it by clicking here. Information on housing options begins on page 130, with maps and charts on page 140.

Help with relocating

Moving to a new home can be overwhelming, especially when you need to downsize but don't have the ability to do it all on your own. In addition to calling Seniors Home Supports Program for a referral, here are some organizations that specialize in assisting seniors with their moves.

Seamless Transition can help with home and relocation management, downsizing, and home inventory.
TLC Transitions can help with home organization, relocation, and estate assistance.