A directory of belonging
Places where community is built into where you live — not another club to visit, but somewhere the people around you are part of daily life. Monasteries that welcome guests, cohousing, co-ops, ecovillages, seniors villages, and neighbourhoods that actually function. Start where you are.
Compiled with AI, checked by nobody yet. These are starting points, gathered for Alberta — real places as far as we know, but details change. Verify with a phone call before you set your heart or drive across the state.
AgeCare Midnapore provides comprehensive long-term care and designated supportive living services in a caring atmosphere. The community focuses on resident well-being and quality of life.
Visit website →This lodge provides safe and affordable housing for Indigenous individuals and families, fostering a supportive community environment. It offers culturally relevant programs and services to enhance well-being and connection.
Visit website →The Good Samaritan Society provides a range of senior living and care options across Alberta, focusing on creating supportive and engaging communities for residents. They offer various levels of care, from independent living to long-term care.
Visit website →Part of the international L'Arche federation founded by Canadian Jean Vanier, offering shared homes and day programs in Calgary. People with intellectual disabilities and their assistants build community around friendship and mutual support.
A L'Arche community founded in the early 1970s where people with and without intellectual disabilities share homes and daily life. It welcomes live-in assistants and friends into a culture of mutual care and belonging.
Points West Living provides supportive living and long-term care services in various Alberta locations, emphasizing a person-centered approach. Their communities are designed to create a home-like environment with opportunities for social engagement.
Visit website →St. Michael's Grove Manor provides supportive living and long-term care services with a focus on compassionate care. The community aims to create a comfortable and engaging home for its residents.
Visit website →The Bethany Group is a leading provider of health and housing services for seniors and others in need across central Alberta. They are dedicated to creating caring communities that enhance the quality of life for their residents.
Visit website →The Hamlets at Red Deer provides comprehensive care and supportive living services in a warm, community-oriented environment. It offers a range of programs and activities to enhance the quality of life for its residents.
Visit website →The Hamlets at Westgate offers a range of care options for seniors, fostering a supportive and engaging environment. Residents benefit from personalized services and a strong sense of community.
Visit website →The Mustard Seed offers supportive housing and community services for individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty. They provide a safe and caring environment, helping residents rebuild their lives and find stability.
Visit website →Calgary Cohousing is an urban cohousing community designed to foster connection and mutual support among its residents. It offers private homes alongside extensive shared spaces for community activities and meals.
Visit website →Cochrane Cohousing is a developing community focused on sustainable living and strong neighbourly connections. It aims to provide private homes with shared amenities to foster a supportive and interactive environment.
Visit website →Harvest Hills Cohousing is a vibrant community designed for intergenerational living, fostering connection and mutual support among residents. It features shared common spaces and regular community meals, encouraging a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →Legacy Cohousing offers a vibrant, intergenerational living experience with private homes clustered around extensive common facilities. Residents actively manage their community and enjoy frequent social gatherings.
Visit website →Calgary's first cohousing community, built in the inner-city neighbourhood of Winston Heights with 18 homes around a common house. Residents of all generations share meals, gardens and a commitment to sustainable urban living.
Silver Sage Cohousing is an established multi-generational community designed for active participation and mutual support among residents. It features shared common spaces and regular community meals, fostering a strong sense of belonging.
Visit website →Wildflower Cohousing is a vibrant multi-generational community designed for connection and mutual support. Residents share common facilities and participate in community governance.
Visit website →This housing co-operative provides affordable and secure housing options for families in Cochrane. Members actively participate in the governance and maintenance of their community, fostering a collaborative living environment.
The regional association supporting housing co-operatives across northern Alberta, based in Edmonton. It provides education and management support so member co-ops can offer secure, affordable community housing.
One of Canada's largest housing co-operatives, a townhouse community of several hundred homes established in Calgary in the late 1960s. Members govern the co-op together, making it a stable, affordable home for families of all backgrounds.
One of Edmonton's earliest continuing housing co-operatives, a riverside community known for its participatory spirit and recent deep-green renovations. It welcomes households seeking affordable, member-controlled housing.
A long-standing non-profit housing co-op in Calgary's Sunnyside neighbourhood near the Bow River. Its members share governance and grounds, offering an affordable, community-minded alternative to renting in the inner city.
This emerging ecovillage aims to create a sustainable and interconnected urban living experience. Residents are committed to ecological principles, shared resources, and fostering a strong sense of community.
While primarily a religious congregation, Westwood Unitarian fosters a strong intentional community among its members, often engaging in shared social and service activities. It provides a welcoming space for spiritual growth and communal connection.
Visit website →The Abbey of Our Lady of the Prairies is a Trappist monastery offering a contemplative spiritual retreat. While primarily a monastic community, it provides guest stays for those seeking quiet reflection and a unique community experience.
Visit website →Habitat for Humanity builds affordable homes and fosters strong, vibrant communities where families can thrive. Through their homeownership program, they create opportunities for stability and community engagement.
Visit website →Bethany Care Society provides compassionate care and housing options for seniors in several Alberta communities, including assisted living and long-term care. Their mission is to create supportive environments that promote quality of life for residents.
Visit website →Christenson Developments offers a range of seniors' communities across Alberta, providing independent and supportive living options. These communities often feature extensive amenities and social programs designed to foster an active lifestyle.
Visit website →Origin at Spring Creek offers a vibrant seniors' living community nestled in the Rocky Mountains, providing independent and assisted living options. Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities and programs designed to promote an active and social lifestyle.
Visit website →Shepherd's Care Foundation operates multiple seniors' living communities across Alberta, offering a range of care levels from independent living to long-term care. They focus on creating vibrant communities where residents can thrive with dignity and support.
Visit website →The Gardens at Westhills offers independent and assisted living for seniors in a vibrant, amenity-rich setting. Residents can enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle with opportunities for social connection and personal growth.
Visit website →The Grand Trunk offers independent and supportive living options for seniors, emphasizing a community-focused lifestyle. Residents benefit from various social activities and amenities designed to promote well-being and engagement.
Visit website →The Manor Village at Fish Creek Park provides luxurious senior living with a strong emphasis on community and active lifestyles. Residents benefit from a wide array of services and social programs in a beautiful setting.
Visit website →The Manor Village at Signature Park offers luxurious independent and assisted living options for seniors. Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities and social activities designed to foster community.
Visit website →The Views at St. Joseph's offers a supportive and engaging environment for seniors, with a focus on community and personalized care. Residents enjoy a variety of amenities and social opportunities designed to promote an active lifestyle.
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