Alberta Lung is dedicated to the care and support of all Albertans in the areas of lung disease and lung health. Check out our patient directory below to find resources for housing, palliative and end-of-life care, health equipment, and more.
Housing
A variety of services are available for Albertans, depending on health and personal needs.
Alberta Health – Continuing Care
Phone: (780) 644-8428
Email: asal@gov.ab.ca
The Government of Alberta offers subsidized housing, monthly rent benefits, and below-market options if you meet financial eligibility.
St. Joseph’s Auxiliary Hospital
10707 29 Ave NW, Edmonton AB. T6J 6W1
Phone: (780) 430-9110
The Salvation Army: Edmonton Centre of Hope
12520 140 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB. T5X 5Z1
Phone: (780) 244-2962
11585 University Avenue, Edmonton, AB. T6G 1Z4
Phone: (780) 988-2250
8304 117 Street NW, Edmonton, AB. T6G 1X1
Phone: (780) 433-6661
468 Southgate Centre NW, Edmonton AB. T6H 5Y7
Phone: (780) 916-5026
Good Samaritan Society Zetter Care Centre
9649 71 Avenue, Edmonton AB. T6E 5J2
Phone: (780) 431-3600
Affordable Seniors Housing in Edmonton
(More options available)
Operation Friendship Seniors Society
9520 108 Avenue, Edmonton AB. T5H 4G2
Phone: (780) 448-5690
Greater Edmonton Foundation Seniors Housing
14220 109 Avenue, Edmonton AB. T5N 4B3
Phone: 780-482-6561
Sage Seniors Safe House.
Phone: (780) 702-1520
Financial Support and Coverage
Canadian Pension Plan & Disability Benefits
Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped
Rent/mortgage assistance for families with seriously ill children.
Alberta Government Emergency Financial Assistance
Funding support for low-income Albertan in dire need.
Financial support for treatment for patients diagnosed with cancer.
Alberta Seniors and Child Health Benefit
Special Needs Assistance for Seniors
Medical support for pediatric needs
Financial support for costs related to healthcare needs for children with illness.
Emergency financial assistance.
Health Equipment and Other Supports
AeroChamber Inhaler Device Assistance Program for Albertans.
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL)
Helps Albertans with disability or illness afford medical equipment and supplies.
Health Equipment Loans Program (HELP)
Short-term loans on health equipment. Referral required.
Phone: (780) 702-8073
Phone: (780) 741-5577
Lung Cancer Canada: Airways of Hope
Virtual support from a Registered Social Worker.
Phone: (416) 785-3439 (ext1)
Toll Free: (1-888) 445-4403 (ext1)
Patient Financial Assistance Program and Indigenous Cancer Patient Navigator.
Phone: (780) 432-8747
Provides support programs for cancer patients and caregivers.
Phone: (1-866) 682-3135.
Transportation Services
Transportation to cancer treatments by volunteer drivers and travel funds.
Phone: (1-888) 939-3333
Companion drivers and home care support.
Phone: (1-877) 613-2479
Caregiver Support
Drive happiness assisted transportation for seniors with reduced mobility.
Phone: 780-424-5438
Provides travel for patients who must travel for testing, treatment, etc.
Education and peer support for patients an their families.
Peer support organization
Phone: (780) 453-5088
A hub of resources, exclusive offers and discounted services, designed to connect caregivers with support.
Phone: (1-888) 737-6668