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GEF Seniors Housing - Sakaw Terrace
42Limited5815 Mill Woods Rd S, Edmonton, AB T6L 0B1, Canada, Edmonton, Alberta
About This Community
GEF Seniors Housing is the largest provider of subsidized seniors' housing in Alberta. Sakaw Terrace is one of their locations offering both apartment and lodge accommodations in Edmonton.
Senior Care Path Summary
GEF Seniors Housing is a registered charity and the largest provider of subsidized seniors' housing in Alberta, serving close to 4,000 tenants and residents across multiple locations in Edmonton. Sakaw Terrace is one of their facilities offering flexible housing options.
The organization provides two main housing types: self-contained apartments where residents are responsible for cooking and housekeeping, available as bachelor, one-bedroom, and limited two-bedroom units; and lodge accommodations where housekeeping and meals are provided.
Sakaw Terrace offers affordable housing options (income criteria may be required for apartments). Lodge accommodations at Sakaw Terrace are affordable with no income criteria requirement.
Support Services fees at lodges cover three meals per day plus snacks, weekly housekeeping and linen service, and recreational activities.
Non-medical staff are available 24 hours a day at lodge facilities. Eighty percent of GEF seniors live on less than $2,250 per month, demonstrating the affordability of their housing options.
Staff-to-resident ratio: awaiting confirmation
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Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed 2026-06-22.
Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Largely independent seniors who want meals, housekeeping, and activities handled
- Families seeking publicly-funded or subsidized care
- Couples who want to share a suite
Consider Alternatives For
- Seniors who need 24-hour nursing or complex medical care
- Those who need secure dementia care
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Google Reviews
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7 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
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Nikky Boo
4 years ago · via Google
My Dad loves it here! It's a beautiful place and great staff.
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Shelley Cronin
6 years ago · via Google
Sakaw was amazing with my 100 year old grandpa. Everyone smiled and greeted him all the time and made him feel like he was part of the group. The food is delicious and always a great variety. I was also very impressed with the cleanliness. Thankyou Sakaw.
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Hannah Cronin
6 years ago · via Google
Great place for my great grandpa. Super nice staff! kept us well informed.
Summary of Google Reviews
Summarized by Senior Care Path from GEF Seniors Housing - Sakaw Terrace's Google rating and recent reviews. Confirm specifics with the community.
GEF Seniors Housing - Sakaw Terrace holds a strong 4.3-star rating across 7 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and quality dining and meals.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
- Quality dining and meals
Care Services
- 24-hour non-medical staff (lodge)
Amenities
- Meals (lodge)
- Housekeeping service (lodge)
- Linen service (lodge)
- Recreational activities
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Claim this listing to add detailsKey Features
- Affordable housing
- Subsidized options available
- Non-medical staff available 24/7 at lodges
Accommodation Options
Location
5815 Mill Woods Rd S, Edmonton, AB T6L 0B1, Canada, Edmonton, Alberta T6L 0B1
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