Housing, Outreach, and Support

Our Role in Housing Support

While CMHA Calgary is not a direct provider of housing, we work closely with partners such as Alberta Health Services to connect individuals to housing resources. Our focus is on providing mental health support and linking individuals to the right programs, including housing services, so they can receive the comprehensive care they need.

The programs featured below are part of the continuum of services CMHA Calgary provides, however, these programs are only accessible through referrals from our partners.

AMH Supported Housing Program – Recovery-Focused Housing Criteria

In collaboration with AMH, CMHA Calgary supports the AMH Supported Housing program, a recovery-focused housing network for individuals with moderate to severe mental health needs. This transitional housing offers structured support, helping clients build life skills, independence, and resilience. Program eligibility includes active engagement with Recovery Alberta, readiness for treatment, and a need for supportive housing. Click below to download the full program overview and criteria document for more details, or reach out to CZ.AMH.Housing@recoveryalberta.ca.

Supportive Living Program
Our Supportive Living Program supports adults (18+) with severe and persistent mental health conditions to increase independence. Clients work with CMHA Calgary’s team for goal setting, skill development, and community engagement.

Program Highlights:

• Tailored support with stepped-level care
• Individualized SMART goals
• Connections to community resources
• In-house wellness and activity groups

Referrals are through Alberta Health Services’ Regional Housing Program.

Apartment Program
The Apartments Program supports clients living independently in Horizon Housing. CMHA Calgary coordinators assist clients with routines, skill-building, and wellness.

Key Supports:

• Budgeting, meal planning, and household maintenance
• Connection to community resources
• Coping and problem-solving skills

Referrals are through Alberta Health Services’ Regional Housing Program.

Continuing Connections
Continuing Connections provides support for individuals (18–65+) in long-term care facilities, promoting confidence, wellness, and hope.

Key Services:

• Skill-building groups and therapeutic recreation
• Community program assistance

Available in partnership with Alberta Health Services at select care centers.

Independent Living Support
The Independent Living Support (ILS) Program empowers clients to enhance life quality and independence through personalized skill development.

Goals include:

• Life skills and mental health awareness
• Home and money management
• Community connection and leisure activities

Referrals are through Alberta Health Services’ mental health clinics.