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Supportive housing provides safe, affordable homes with on-site supports for people who need extra help to live independently. In BC, supportive housing means residents have a private place to live, help from trained staff, and access to programs like life skills training, health care, and community supports. It’s designed for people at risk of homelessness, living with persistent mental illness or substance use challenges, while facing barriers to stable housing.
At Coast Mental Health, our supportive housing sites provide safe, affordable, permanent homes for nearly 500 people living with persistent mental illness. These homes offer stability and a foundation for long-term recovery. With trained staff on-site, residents receive support with daily living, wellness, community connection, and recovery plans that focus on building essential life skills.
Burnham Place is a supportive housing program in Vancouver that provides homes and on-site support services for 68 residents. Operated by Coast Mental Health in partnership with the City of Vancouver since 2021, the program prioritizes Indigenous individuals who are disproportionately represented among the city’s homeless population. Guided by Coast’s psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery model, Burnham Place offers personalized supports including medication management, recovery planning, life skills training, and access to education and employment opportunities.
Residents also benefit from daily meal and laundry services, as well as connections to the Coast Clubhouse, where they can access recreation programs, social supports, and meaningful employment opportunities through initiatives such as The Street Clean Team and Landscaping with Heart.
Rivers Reach ʔi cən tecəl ʔə tə stɑl̕əw is a Is a permanent, supportive housing site with integrated supports. Located in Maple Ridge, Rivers Reach opened in 2025, providing 52 studio apartments for individuals who require support to maintain housing stability and improve their well-being. Rivers Reach offers 24/7 person-centred, trauma-informed care, including on-site clinical health services, medication management, life skills training, nutritious daily meals, and connections to community resources. Co-located at Rivers Reach is Fraser Health HSH (Health in Supportive Housing) Team providing supports for 16 tenants not followed by other Community Teams.
Guided by Coast Mental Health’s psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery model, Community Mental Health Workers collaborate with residents and healthcare teams to develop individualized recovery plans that support personal goals related to health, independence, employment, and substance use recovery. Rivers Reach provides a safe, supportive environment where residents can build stability, strengthen their well-being, and thrive in their community.
Garibaldi Ridge is a supportive housing community in Maple Ridge that provides 51 homes and on-site support services for adults aged 19 to 80 who are experiencing homelessness, mental health challenges, or other complex health needs. Opened in 2019 in partnership with BC Housing, Garibaldi Ridge was created to provide safe, stable housing and recovery-oriented supports for vulnerable community members.
Staffed 24/7 by a dedicated team of managers, program staff, cooks, and nursing professionals, residents have access to personalized supports, primary health care, and assistance in navigating community-based health and mental health services. Nursing support is provided by two nurses, one full-time and one part-time, who work across Coast Mental Health’s three Maple Ridge housing sites. With private rooms that include individual bathrooms and kitchenettes, Garibaldi Ridge offers a welcoming environment where residents can build stability, maintain their well-being, and work toward greater independence.
Located in Maple Ridge, Alouette Heights is a Coast Mental Health supportive housing program that provides 46 self-contained units and housing for 47 tenants, including a couples unit, for adults living with severe and persistent mental illness, including those experiencing physical health and substance use challenges. Coast Mental Health has been operating the building since 2017. At Alouette Heights, residents are supported in a safe, stable, and welcoming setting as they build independence, strengthen life skills, and work toward permanent housing.
Dunbar Apartments is a supportive housing community in Vancouver that provides 51 homes for adults from diverse backgrounds, including those who have experienced homelessness, mental health challenges, substance use or concurrent disorders, and physical disabilities. Opened in 2011 through a partnership between the Province of British Columbia and the City of Vancouver, Dunbar Apartments offers a safe, welcoming environment where residents can access recovery-oriented supports and build meaningful connections.
With compassionate staff available 24/7, residents receive individualized recovery planning, goal setting, advocacy, community referrals, and access to educational, social, and life-skills programs that foster independence and well-being. Nutritious meal services and community events help create a strong sense of belonging and support residents on their recovery journey.
Pacific Coast Apartments (PCA) is a supportive housing community in Vancouver that provides 96 self-contained homes for individuals living with mental health challenges, housing instability, and other complex support needs. Opened in 2011 through a partnership between the Province of British Columbia and the City of Vancouver, PCA offers recovery-oriented supports grounded in Coast Mental Health’s Psychosocial Rehabilitation model.
Staff work alongside tenants to build on their strengths, foster independence, and create meaningful connections both within the building and the broader community. Residents have access to individualized support, medication assistance, safety and wellness checks, appointment accompaniment, recreational programming, and connections to counselling and addiction recovery services. Through activities such as art groups, movie nights, community outings, music programs, and seasonal events, PCA helps residents maintain housing stability while pursuing their personal recovery goals.
Timber Grove Apartments is a supportive housing community in Surrey that provides 50 homes for adults living with mental illness, often alongside concurrent disorders, physical disabilities, or experiences of homelessness. Residents are referred through BC Housing and Fraser Health’s Bed-Based Treatment and Supported Living (BBTSL) team and benefit from a stable, recovery-focused environment. With dedicated staff available 24/7, Timber Grove uses a Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) approach and recovery-focused tools such as the Recovery Star to support each resident’s unique goals and strengths. Through individualized support, relationship-building, and person-centred care, residents are empowered to enhance their well-being, maintain housing stability, and build greater independence within a safe and welcoming community.
Coast view Apartments is a supportive housing community in Vancouver dedicated to adults aged 55 and older who are living with mental health challenges and age-related health concerns. Since 2009, Coastview has provided a safe, welcoming environment where residents can live independently while accessing personalized supports that promote health, well-being, and community connection. Combining Assisted Living and Seniors Supportive Housing, the program offers daily meal services, housekeeping support, medication assistance, a 24-hour emergency monitoring system, and a variety of social, recreational, and wellness activities. Guided by a recovery-oriented approach, staff work alongside residents to build on their strengths, support personal goals, and foster a vibrant community where seniors can maintain their independence while feeling supported, valued, and at home.
