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Seniors Apartments

Discover the comfort and security that you will find living in a bright, friendly, and well maintained seniors apartment building. Also known as the Seniors Self-contained Housing Program, this program provides affordable apartment-style rental accommodations to seniors who are able to live independently with or without assistance of community based services. Leduc Regional Housing Foundation has seniors apartment buildings located in in all communities throughout the Leduc Region - Leduc, Beaumont, Devon, Calmar, Thorsby, and New Sarepta.

Attractive one-bedroom units feature a comfortable living-dining area, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, storage room, and large closets. The carpeted unit includes a fridge, stove, and drapes. Wheelchair accessible suites are also available upon request.

Most of the seniors apartment buildings managed by Leduc Regional Housing Foundation have the following services:

social clubs
common lounge and hobby areas
elevators
coin operated laundry facilities
building maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I Eligible

To be eligible to apply for housing in the Seniors Apartments Program, you must first meet all six (6) of the following eligibility requirements:

Criteria	Requirements
Citizenship	Applicants must: be Canadian citizen; or have landed immigrant status; or have residency equal to that required for Canadian citizenship. If there is any doubt as to their citizenship, an applicant will be asked for proof of citizenship.
Residency	One or more individuals of a household must have lived within the geographical boundary of Leduc County for at least one year immediately prior to making application; or one or more individuals of a household must have lived within the geographical boundary of Leduc County for any previous ten years of their life.
Age	Applicants must be sixty-five (65) years of age or over. Only one of a couple need be sixty-five (65) years of age or over. If there is a significant difference in age, the younger person may be required to give up his/her residency if the other has need of an alternate facility.
Underage Applicants	In the case where there are on-going vacancies LRHF may consider individuals and couples fifty (50) years of age and over who exhibit characteristics normally attributable to seniors sixty-five (65) years and older. Prior approval must be obtained from the Executive Director for acceptance of these applicants. An applicants' health must be such that they are mentally, physically and emotionally capable of providing for their own needs, with or without the assistance of community based services.
Functional Independence	An applicant's health must be such that they are mentally, physically, and emotionally capable of providing for their own needs, with or without the assistance of community based services. A medical must be completed by a doctor to document an applicant's ability to provide for his/her own needs.
Suitability	If there exists a high probability that an applicant possesses a significant social problem(s) which could disrupt the peaceful enjoyment of other residents, he/she may be found unsuitable for accommodation.

How much rent would I pay?

Rent is based on 30% of your gross monthly income, including pensions (OAS, CPP, private), supplements (Guaranteed Income Supplement, Alberta Seniors Benefit), investment, or interest income. Income is reviewed annually with rent set for a one year period. Rent will be adjusted whenever circumstances change.

While heat, water, waste removal, and sewer costs are included in the rental fees, tenants are responsible for the electricity expense, and such items as telephone, cable TV, internet services, and parking. Tenants are able to enjoy reduced cable rates through negotiated agreements with the cable provider.

How do I apply?

An application process determines eligibility for all our housing programs. The applicant is evaluated according to household income thresholds, household composition, asset limits, and citizenship requirements. Once it is determined that the applicant meets the eligibility requirements, they are placed on a waiting list for the most suitable housing program. Priority on the waitlist is determined by level of need.

To apply for the Seniors Apartments Program complete the steps below.

Step 1:	Fill out the application form. Please use pen and print clearly. Click here for a pdf versionof the application package.
Step 2:	Attach all supporting income documentation using the Proof of Income and Assets Guide. Click here for a pdf version of this guide.
Step 3:	Submit your completed application, along with all supporting documentation, in one of the following ways: By dropping off or mailing to our Administration Office at 5118 - 50 Avenue, Leduc, AB T9E 6V4. By emailing to our office at housing@leducregionalhousing.ca By faxing to our office at 780-986-4881
Step 4:	A staff member will contact you by phone or email within 2 weeks to review your application with you. If your application is incomplete, a LRHF staff member will provide you with a checklist of what is required in order to process the application.

After I apply, how long will it take for me to be offered a place?

Your place on our waitlist is determined by your needs and situation, not your application date. Depending on the priority of each new application received, you may move up and down on the waitlist. We cannot inform you of your exact position on the waitlist.

When we have a vacancy available, our Tenancy Administrators will contact you to discuss next steps in the process and ensure you are ready to move.

If there are any changes to your situation while you are on the waitlist, such as a change in income, housing or health, please let us know by calling 780.986.2814 or emailing housing@leducregionalhousing.ca.

Are pets allowed?

Leduc Regional Housing Foundation (LRHF) acknowledges the importance that animals may have in the lives of our Tenants. Tenants, in designated approved buildings, are permitted to have a pet with the prior approval of the Tenant Services Team and as long as the requirements are met properly. Owners and handlers of service animals, pets of Tenants and visiting pets must abide by all regulations as outlined in the Pet (Dog and Cat) and Service Animal: Regulations & Application.

Is smoking allowed in my unit?

As of June 1, 2019, all LRHF buildings are non-smoking. Residents/tenants can only smoke in the designated smoking area.

You cannot smoke in any other area on the property. This means that you cannot smoke in your unit, in any common area (stairwell, laundry room, lobby), on your balcony or patio, or any other place that has not been identified as a designated smoking area.

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