CMHA in Red Deer confirms end to Pathways to Housing agreement

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CMHA issued a new statement Friday, sharing that they’ve been advised by the provincial government that funding for CMHA’s Amethyst House and Pathways to Housing Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) programs will end effective Sept. 30.

As a result, CMHA will conclude its operation of these programs in Red Deer.

“Our priority throughout this transition is the safety, stability and well-being of the clients we serve. CMHA is working closely with the Government of Alberta and other partners to support an orderly transition and to minimize disruption to clients and their supports,” writes Courtney Ukrainetz, executive director, CMHA Central Region.

“The programs currently support approximately 38 clients; the programs originally had space to house up to 62 program participants. Since July 17, clients have been accommodated in temporary alternate arrangements following the relocation from the program site due to building safety concerns. CMHA continues to work with clients and partners to support their immediate needs while transition planning is underway.”

Ukrainetz goes on to share that the Government of Alberta is now responsible for identifying a future service provider.

“At this time, CMHA does not have information to share regarding the identity or future operating arrangements of that provider,” she says.

In their latest statement, the Ministry of Mental Health and Addiction states the following:

“We are currently working to establish a new permanent supportive housing program in Red Deer that aligns with the Alberta Recovery Model and meets community needs.

“As we are in the early planning stages, no decisions have been made yet about the location of the new program, the operator, or specific eligibility requirements. We look forward to sharing more information with community partners as the work progresses.

“Community engagement is a requirement for any new government-funded permanent supportive housing program. Once an operator has been selected, they will begin conducting engagement activities to share information and address any concerns.”