Rocky Mountain House and Clearwater County are co-hosting a community conversation on seniors housing on July 20, 2026, inviting residents to share their thoughts on what types of homes and supports older adults will need in the years ahead. The event is part of a broader push to get a clear picture of the housing landscape as the seniors population in the area continues to climb.
The talk comes after the Town of Rocky Mountain House and Clearwater County issued a joint request for proposals on April 10, 2026, for a pair of housing needs assessments. One of those assessments is focused squarely on seniors housing. The goal is to give town and county councils, as well as the Rocky Senior Housing Council, solid information to plan for the future.
Numbers from an Alberta Seniors Community Profile show why that planning matters. In 2021, there were 3,469 seniors in Rocky Mountain House, making up 16.9 per cent of the population. That is higher than the provincial average of 14.1 per cent. By 2026, the seniors population is expected to reach 4,264, a jump of 23 per cent.
The Rocky Senior Housing Council already runs Westview Lodge, a 53-unit lodge, and five self-contained senior residences in town. Those homes provide affordable options for seniors who can live independently. The community profile also notes that as of March 2022, 32 per cent of local seniors received the Alberta Seniors Benefit, compared to 24 per cent across the province, pointing to a higher share of lower-income older adults in the region.
The July 20 event gives locals a direct chance to weigh in as the assessments move forward. Residents can help shape what future housing looks like, whether that means more independent living units, assisted living, or other models that will keep seniors in the community they know.
