In 1989, the first Shift Staffed Home was opened in Southwest Winnipeg. This home was made available for those with intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges, allowing integration into the community.
Shift Staffed Homes is a support model that provides staffing 24/7. The goal of Shift Staffed Homes is to create a home atmosphere and encourage people to be as independent as possible. Day-to-day living at Shift Staffed Homes consists of many activities such as pet visits, music therapy and more. The homes are designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment where people can thrive and live their best lives.
This home has seen many years of life and warmth, however it is ready to be sold and possibly torn down. A new home has opened in its place, beginning the next chapter in the Shift Staffed Homes story. Currently there are 23 Shift Staffed Homes within the New Directions program in Winnipeg, and the service area is constantly growing and expanding to provide the best care for the adults we support.
