Hope Heights

A Community of Support and Belonging

About Hope Heights

Hope Heights is a four-storey apartment building located in Crescent Heights, just north of downtown Calgary. With 35 one bedroom units, this building serves a diverse community, providing stable, affordable housing for seniors, young adults, young mothers and their children.

Operated through a unique partnership between Highbanks Society and McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services of Calgary, Hope Heights is designed to support vulnerable populations, with a particular emphasis on Indigenous communities.

Our Vision for Hope Heights
At Hope Heights, we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment for all residents. Our collaborative program focuses on:

Helping individuals maintain long-term housing stability
Creating a mentorship community where elders share traditions and life skills with younger generations
Reducing social isolation through connection and support
Promoting healthy living and well-being
Providing access to cultural programming and community-based resources
Ensuring connection to professional supports and services

Hope Heights is more than just a building—it’s a place where individuals of all ages and backgrounds can come together, learn from one another, and thrive as a community.

Eligibility

Seniors 50+ and Young Adults 18-24 yrs old.
Be able to Live independently
Meet income threshold for affordable housing
Low Acuity

Hope Heights is funded by:

The Hope Heights is managed by:

Contact Us

For more information about Hope Heights, please contact:

hopeheights@mcmancalgary.ca

Program Referrals

All referrals can be made by the community and through nonprofit agencies. We are accepting applications for Seniors currently.

Hope Heights Application

Download PDF Version: Hope Heights Application

APPLICANT-Identifying Information

Name: *

First

Last

Address: *

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Date of Birth: *

Gender: *

Phone Number: *

Email: *

Ethnicity: *

Citizenship Status: *

Primary/Preferred Language: *

Marital Status: *

Do you own a vehicle and require parking? *

Alternative Contact-Family/Social Worker

Is Applicant receiving Case Management/ Support Services?

If yes, Agency Name:

Name:

Phone:

Email:

Co-Applicant Information

Name:

First

Last

Source yes, require

Address:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Date of Birth:

Gender:

Phone:

Email:

Housing History

Last Known Permanent Address:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

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Next to Kin Name:

Relationship to Applicant:

Next to Kin Address:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Primary Phone:

Alternate Contact:

Your reason for wanting/needing to move?

Have you received an eviction notice?

If yes, the reason for eviction:

Current Address:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Current Landlord Name:

Phone Number:

How long at this address:

Rent:

Previous Address:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

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Current Employment Information

Company Name:

Occupation:

Company Address:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

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Supervisor Name:

Phone Number:

How Long:

Income:

$ Per Month:

Income:

List and provide copies of all the income received for each member of the household.

Annual Income:

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Old Age Security

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Old Age Security

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Guaranteed Income Supplement

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Guaranteed Income Supplement

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Alberta Seniors Benefits

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Alberta Seniors Benefits

Name of Employer or Source of Income: AISH

Monthly Amount (before taxes): AISH

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Social Assistance

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Social Assistance

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Canada Pension Plan Disability

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Canada Pension Plan Disability

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Employment income

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Employment income

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Other: (RRSP, Pensions, etc.)

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Other: (RRSP, Pensions, etc.)

Name of Employer or Source of Income: Agency Subsidy (if applicable)

Monthly Amount (before taxes): Agency Subsidy (if applicable)

Total Monthly Income (including employment):

Do you have any debt?

List of Debts:

Physical

Location of Will:

Name of Executor:

Telephone #:

Address of Executor:

Address Line 1

Address Line 2

City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Do you have a personal directive?

If yes, what?

Mental

Do you have any mental health diagnoses that you’re willing to disclose?

If yes, what?

Social

List of Professional and Natural Supports involved:

Other:

Please provide us with why you feel Hope Heights would be suitable for your housing needs.

Please Provide Two Character or Professional References

Name:

Phone Number:

Relationship to Applicant:

Email:

Name:

Phone Number:

Relationship to Applicant:

Email:

Consent to Release Information

In accordance with section 38 (1) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, I give McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association staff permission to disclose and receive pertinent personal information from/to my support workers at the agencies or other people I have identified in this application. I understand that McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association staff will be contacting the references listed regarding information about myself that will assist me in obtaining independent living in Hope Heights.

Print Name

I, [Printed Name]

of the City of Calgary in the Province of Alberta, so solemnly declare as follows:

That I am the applicant.
That the statements made by me in the said declaration(s) are, to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, full and true in all respects: And I make this solum declaration conscientiously believing it to be true and knowing that it is of the same force and effect as if made under oath and by virtue of the Canada Evidence Act.
Declared before me

In the Province of Alberta at the City of Calgary

Signature of Applicant:

Clear Signature

Collection of Personal Information

McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association is collecting your personal information according to the requirements of the privacy laws in Alberta. McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association is committed to protecting your privacy during your participation in our agency’s programs. McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association does not share your information with anyone that you do not agree to, and you may withdraw you consent to share your information at any time. Please be aware that McMan Youth, Family, and Community Services Association provides statistical data to the government; however, the government will not receive your name, date of birth, or any contact or location information (such as address or phone numbers).

Print Name

I, [Printed Name]

of the City of Calgary in the Province of Alberta authorize and consent to the release and sharing of confidential information related to my residency in Hope Heights Housing. This consent is to be effective throughout my residency. I have read, understood, and agree with the above consent.

Date:

Signature of Applicant:

Clear Signature

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