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Assisted Living

Assisted living facilities and supportive housing

Assisted living (called supportive living in Alberta) is for seniors who need help with some daily activities โ€” bathing, dressing, medications, or mobility โ€” but don't require full nursing-home care. Residents have their own space plus meals, housekeeping, 24-hour staff, and personal-care support. Spaces may be private-pay or publicly funded through an AHS assessment.

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Common questions

What does assisted living include? +

Typically a private suite plus meals, housekeeping, laundry, recreation, 24-hour staff, and help with personal care. The mix varies by residence and care level (e.g., SL3, SL4).

How is assisted living funded in Alberta? +

Some supportive-living spaces are publicly funded via an AHS assessment; others are private-pay. Accommodation and care can be funded differently.

How is it different from a nursing home? +

Assisted/supportive living suits people who need some help but are fairly independent; long-term care provides 24-hour complex nursing.