This month, the Autism Housing Network of Alberta (AHNA) is focusing on Independent Living options in Alberta. You are invited to attend their June meeting for an opportunity to Ask the Panel about Independent Living Supports and Supportive Roommates.

Many Autistic individuals require specialized supports to increase their ability to live independently. Our panel of experts is available to answer your questions.

• What types of technologies, tools and trainings can help autistic persons improve their ability to live independently?
• What are some of the ways we can prepare our autistic loved ones for independent living?
• Explore what a Supportive Roommate is and hear from professional care givers, including the Center for Autism Services Alberta and Edmonton Integrated Services, as they discuss the steps they take to prepare and assist Autistic persons in living independently.

This meeting is offered In-person at Autism Edmonton’s office (11720 Kingsway Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5G 0X5)

and Virtually, June 28 @6:30 p.m.

To register for this FREE monthly meeting, click the appropriate link below.

Virtual Session: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/656989361867

In-person Session: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/657006894307

About AHNA

Autism Edmonton and Autism Alberta have created an exciting new housing program to advance opportunities with affordable housing providers for autistic adults within the province of Alberta. We are building connections and increasing awareness among communities and rental providers throughout the province. If you are looking for housing solutions within the next year, we can support and help you navigate to housing and other related supports you may need.

*Please note: we currently do not provide emergency housing. Should you be in need of emergency housing we are able to provide you with a list of supports and agencies that you can access to assist you.

Key Program Features:

• Must have income that can support your needs
• Able to live independently
• Complete an intake form that better helps us understand how to best support you

Who is it for:

• Neurodiverse people who have inadequate housing
• Adults living with family looking to move out
• Autistic people in vulnerable or unsafe housing

Things to Consider:

• Are you able to live independently?
• Can the community support your needs?
• What level of support would you need to live in the community?
• Are you looking for friendly, involved neighbours or your own space
• Where would you like to live?
• When would you like to move?

Click Here to join the Network and stay informed of educational and housing opportunities in Alberta. (This link will take you to a sign-up page where you can choose from a variety of areas of interest – please select the Housing option.)