17 Aug
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New Age Services
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Calgary
17 Aug
New Age Services
Calgary
Supportive Roommate Needed for an Independent Adult Male
New Age Services is seeking a compassionate, reliable, and supportive individual or family to provide a Supportive Roommate home for a 50-year-old male who is transitioning into his first Supportive Roommate living arrangement.
This individual has a strong level of independence and is able to complete personal care tasks such as dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene independently. He enjoys maintaining an active lifestyle and benefits from encouragement, structure, and support in managing daily responsibilities and community involvement.
About the Individual The individual has been diagnosed with: Developmental Disability
Organic Brain Disorder
Seizure Disorder
Kidney Disease
Hungry Bone Syndrome He previously lived independently with scheduled staff supports and currently resides with his mother, who is also his guardian.
Support Responsibilities The successful applicant will provide guidance and assistance with: Household management and cleaning
Meal planning and meal preparation
Establishing and maintaining daily routines
Medication management and monitoring
Community participation and recreational activities
Building and maintaining social relationships
Financial management and budgeting
Scheduling, coordinating, and attending medical, dental, and healthcare appointments when family members are unavailable
Supporting a successful transition into a new living environment Program and Schedule Attends a Community Access Program with NAS every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Requires a supportive, secure, and structured home environment.
Ongoing collaboration with the individual's family, guardian, and support team will be required. Home Requirements
Non-Negotiable Requirements No cats in the home
Homes with small children are not preferred
Dogs are acceptable
Legal basement suites will be considered
Must be able to provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment Qualifications Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is considered an asset
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to support medical appointments and health-related needs
Comfortable working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary support team
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are preferred
📌 Supportive Roommate (Calgary)
🏢 New Age Services
📍 Calgary