The Alberta Government is investing more than $300,000 in Joey’s Home, a Winnifred Stewart Association housing project for people with disabilities. This funding will go towards building five new units in Joey’s Home Mindful Hearts Memory Care Centre, with the goal of opening in 2025.
Opened in 2007, Joey’s home was made with the mission of helping individuals with diverse abilities access the supports they need, Moss passed away in 2020 at the age of 57. Joey’s home will provide 17 specialized housing units for individuals with dementia-related issues and intellectual disabilities.
Jason Nixon is the Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services, and joined CFWE to discuss the importance of carrying Joey’s legacy within the city.
Joey, alongside many other Edmontonians living with diversabilities called a Winnifred Stewart Association project home. With many of the residents including Joey’s dedication to the community, Elks and Edmonton Oilers, Nixon says it’s important to provide housing for these residents to make sure they can thrive in all aspects of life.
Emily Ruttan, CEO of the Winnifred Stewart Association said – “We are so grateful to the province for expanding access to more affordable housing options for Albertans and for sharing in our commitment to increasing levels of inclusion and independence within our community. This investment is critical to meeting the demand for affordable specialized housing like that offered at Joey’s Home. Diverse communities make for richer neighborhoods and this contribution enriches lives.”
The Affordable Housing Partnership Program (AHPP) will spread $66 million over 450 new homes and supportive facilities including:
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- $25 million for Enoch Cree Nation to build a mixed-income Elders lodge on the reserve.
- $21.2 million for the Métis Nation of Alberta to construct housing for people recovering from addictions in Edmonton.
- $9.5 million to Trochu Housing Corporation to build seniors housing in Trochu.
- $4 million to the Lethbridge Housing Authority to build a homeless shelter in Lethbridge.
- $2.2 million for Concept Investment Partners to build affordable, accessible housing for older Albertans in Lethbridge.
- $1.9 million for Hearth Social Profit Company Incorporated to convert a hotel into supportive housing for people recovering from addiction in Red Deer.
- $1.6 million to build affordable housing in Lake Louise.
- $340,000 to the Winnifred Stewart Association to build permanent supportive housing in Edmonton.
