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Video Tour of Westwinds Communities
Westwinds Communities has been fortunate to partner with Alberta Seniors and Community Housing Association (ASCHA) to produce videos that highlight the Seniors Lodges and the Affordable Housing program.
Lodge residents, staff and board members were great participants in the videos along with Member of Parliament John Barlow. Videos can be viewed through the link:
New Rent Supplement Program
The Government of Alberta redesigned its Rent Supplement Program. With more flexibility in housing choice, the program now includes a long-term benefit for those most in need that provides support directly to tenants.
These changes to the Rent Supplement Program will have no impact on benefit levels for the most vulnerable, particularly those receiving AISH and Income Support.
Restrictions Lifted
July 16, 2021
Westwinds Communities is pleased to advise that effective July 19th, 2021 several restrictions for Lodge visits are being lifted.
Masks are still required in common areas.
About Us
Westwinds is the largest provider of subsidized and affordable rental housing for families and individuals living within Foothills County; a key provider of affordable seniors lodge and independent living within Foothills County; and the sole operator of the rent supplement program for those living in Foothills County and surrounding area. Over the past sixty years, more than 12,000 households have benefited from our programs and services.
Share Your Story
Making a big change, such as moving from your home to a lodge, can be very unsettling. However, there are people that have made the move and wished they had done it sooner.
We would welcome you to share your story to help alleviate the worries and share what it is like to live in the lodge.
Supportive Living
A SUPPORTIVE LIVING CENTRE OR “LODGE” IS A SUPPORTIVE RESIDENCE PROVIDING ACCOMMODATION TO THE SENIORS OF ALBERTA.
Sandstone Lodge
Sandstone Lodge, 101 Centre Court, Okotoks is centrally situated in a park setting in a community with City amenities. This well maintained lodge features 46 suites.
High Country Lodge
High Country Lodge, 707 Government Road, Black Diamond is an intimate, friendly and well maintained lodge featuring 41 suites.
Medicine Tree Manor
The Medicine Tree Manor, 901A MacLeod Trail SW, High River opened its door to High River and area seniors in October 2017 featuring 100 suites.
Independent Living
INDEPENDENT LIVING IS A SUBSIDIZED RENTAL PROGRAM. IT PROVIDES HOUSING TO SENIORS AND SENIOR COUPLES WHO HAVE A LOW OR MODEST INCOME. TENANTS PAY RENT BASED ON 30% OF QUALIFYING INCOME FROM ALL HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS.
Valley Villa
Located at 401 Windsor Avenue in the picturesque town of Turner Valley, Valley Villa is a single storey four apartment building.
Sheep River House
Located at 21 Elma Street, Okotoks in the picturesque town of Okotoks, Sheep River House is a three storey four apartment building.
Spitzee House
Located at 530-4th Avenue High River, nestled next to George Lane Park, Spitzee House is a three storey apartment building consisting of 15 one bedroom suites and 15 studio suites.
Soderberg House
Tucked into a well established residential area, Soderberg House is located at 901 Macleod Trail High River. A single storey building containing 20 units.
Glen Mead Park Properties
Glen Mead Park apartments are situated at 701, 703 & 709 Government Road in Black Diamond, in close proximity to High Country Lodge.
Frequently Asked Questions
View our frequently asked questions about our supportive living, independent living, community living, affordable housing and rent supplement, by clicking below: