Who We Are
Schizophrenia Society of Alberta (SSA) supports individuals living with schizophrenia as well as their family and caregivers. Our goal is to provide access for our programs to all Albertans affected by schizophrenia.
Our branches located in Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Lethbridge and a satellite office in Camrose, offer services and programming in person, over the phone, and online at no cost.
“1 in 100 people will have some form of schizophrenia in their lifetime.”
Schizophrenia is a common disorder, 10 times more common than AIDS, sudden infant death syndrome. and melanoma combined. Chances are, you've come across someone living with schizophrenia at some point in your life and not even known it.
People living with schizophrenia can and do lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. With the right medical care and emotional and community supports, recovery is possible.
SSA support programs reduce hospital visits, and our housing and support programs cost one quarter of the price of a day in hospital. As a not-for-profit, we rely on financial support from our community in order to sustain and grow these services.
ssa position Statement on Racism and injustice
For over 45 years, the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta (SSA) has sought to improve the quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia and psychosis through education, support programs, public policy and research. We provide support to Albertans affected by schizophrenia, whether directly or as family, friends and caregivers. The SSA stands in solidarity with Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) and other marginalized communities, and in particular, with our clients, employees, volunteers and supporters. Our goal is to ensure that everyone living with schizophrenia and psychosis has the supports they need to lead a meaningful and fulfilling life, regardless of race, ability, gender expression and identity, sexual orientation, religion, or other considerations.
We remain deeply committed to our core values:
Care: providing programs and services that emphasize shared experience, the benefits of community, and the importance of self-care in reaching recovery.
Empowerment: providing supportive employment and housing in an environment free of social stigma.
Education: providing community education to reduce the stigma and clear up misconceptions.