Explain it to us like we’re 5 cause the math isn’t mathing Jailing people without housing is basically housing them but in a more expensive way, in crappier conditions, w/ WORSE outcomes. We KNOW supportive housing is a BETTER, cheaper option. Make it make sense. #homelessness

You absolutely Love. To. See. It This is how it’s done, folks 🏠🏠🏠 Major kudos to Manitoba’s govt for a sensible, humanitarian, and cost-effective response to homelessness

“I was homeless for quite a while, and in jail this time last year. It took me a long time to get housed. But it means everything to me.” Home for the holidays…what has that meant to you these past few days? Housing has meant everything to Reagan. alphahousecalgary.com/home-for-the-h…

Did you know we use a Dispatch system for when you call our HELP Team to request support for vulnerable Calgarians?! Check out this short video to learn more 👇👇

Congratulations to Glasgow for opening The Thistle, the country’s 1st safer consumption space. It takes a lot of courage to move forward w/ these projects when you’re battling misinformation & stigma. Kudos for adding this to your system of care for those struggling w/ addiction

As temperatures will drop due to the cold weather, we recognize the risks faced by those experiencing homelessness. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness, know what cold weather resources are available. Visit calgaryhomeless.com/EWR for more information.

The best kind of news to see on the feed. This is how you do it indeed #HousingForAll

*screams internally* Ahem. All types of housing are good. Having housing is base line. Having housing options is best.

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Two new, year-round day spaces for those exp #homelessness in #yyc !!! We absolutely support this, but these services should NOT be seen as a long-term solution to the ongoing need for more housing options in the city. #homeless #HousingForAll shorturl.at/9RhtX

These are dangerously cold temperatures, Calgary. Take a look at these emergency weather resources and reminder AH’s HELP Team is available 24/7 at 403 998 7388 to help transport street-involved individuals to shelters, warming centres, and resources spaces. #yyc #coldweather

There is nuance to this decision and discussion, absolutely. But broadly speaking the Venn diagram of people who complain the loudest about homelessness and then lobby/advocate/vote against things that will help reduce homelessness is a circle.

"The observance of World Social Justice Day offers us a chance to reflect on the institutional inequalities that prevent people from accessing basic needs like food, water and housing." So that's what we did in our new blog post: shorturl.at/0t5nE

Did you know? 🔍 Alpha House recently undertook a project with Calgary Fire Department and Calgary Roads to relocate the city's needle disposal bins, making it easier for people to safely dispose of needles and keep public spaces clean! #yyc #communitysafety #nojudgement

More homes! More homes! More homes! We love to see it newsroom.calgary.ca/city-of-calgar…

Congratulations to Kathy Christiansen on receiving our Commission's 2025 Lifetime Achievement in Community Policing Award! This award is given to one community member each year that has made a sustained and exceptional contribution to the ideals of community policing in Calgary

Calgary's future will be determined by our ability to collaborate. This is a perfect example of what that looks like in action. Thank you for everything you do together Alpha House Calgary, Calgary Police, City of Calgary Bylaw Services, and Calgary Transit.

The partnership between the Calgary Police Service & Alpha House Calgary helps to ensure that calls related to unhoused individuals in a vulnerable state are diverted to the HELP team, not emergency services. HELP provides trauma-informed, culturally aware & timely service that

Prioritize people over property values and large backyards, please and thanks!

Alpha House Society is doing vital work in Calgary—providing shelter, detox, housing, and outreach for street-involved Calgarians. Pleased to hear they’re expanding their efforts with a new housing program in Forest Lawn, right here in Calgary East. New housing developments