Ayabaskaw Home in Fort Chipewyan

This facility allows senior citizens to continue living in their community in a secure and peaceful atmosphere. The Home is owned by the Province and has been opened since 1982.

Features

• 10 units including kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom and storage room
• Tenants are responsible for their own household needs
• Common area for tenants to watch television, play cards, visit and relax.
• Local FCSS Seniors Program offers tenants an opportunity to participate in bingo, crib tournaments, etc.
• Monthly foot clinics provided by Nunee’s Home Care Nurse
• Staff includes a groundskeeper, night security personnel, and contracted maintenance people.

Criteria:

• 65 years of age
• Residents of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for 3 months
• Household income must be under $65,000

Rental costs

30% of gross monthly income

Ayabaskaw Lodge in Fort Chipewyan

Features

• 15 units consisting of bedroom and bathroom
  
• Three meals plus snacks provided each day
• Housekeeping and laundry services provided daily
• Note: currently there is no health care services available to support Lodge residents

Criteria:

An individual must be a resident of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for a minimum of 3 months and be 65 years of age or older.
Note: Two units are set aside for special need individuals under 65 years

Rental Costs

$800/month, includes utilities

 

Have you dreamed of spending your retirement in your own community, enjoying your own living space, your good friends and familiar surroudings. You're health is good and you are still independent but sure enjoy some one else cutting the grass