The Problem
Thousands of older adults in Waterloo Region are facing homelessness, and the need for supportive housing is growing faster than ever.
2,371 people are experiencing homelessness in Waterloo Region
630 people are waiting for supportive housing
The number of older adults on the waitlist has risen 120% in just one year
Older adults are now the fastest-growing segment of the housing waitlist. Nearly one in three people waiting for housing is over 50.
60+ years: 329% increase on the waitlist since 2021
55+ years: 700%+ increase since 2021
65+ years: 200% increase since 2022
Older adults are the fastest-growing segment of the waitlist, and demand is not stabilizing — it’s accelerating. Immediate action is needed to ensure safe, supportive housing before the crisis worsens.
Our Modular Supportive Housing Project
SHOW is advancing plans for Waterloo’s first modular supportive housing project designed specifically for older adults. Located at 362 Erb Street, this innovative development will create 10 safe, fully accessible homes with 24/7 supports, giving older adults the stability, dignity, and care they need to age safely and independently.
Modular Advantages
- Speed: Units are built off-site and installed quickly on-site, reducing construction timelines
- Quality & Safety: Each home meets high standards, with durable materials and accessibility features designed for older adults
- Flexibility: Units can be added, moved, or reconfigured as demand changes, ensuring the housing system adapts for the future
- Cost-Effective: Streamlined construction lowers costs without compromising quality
About SHOW
SHOW has a proven model for supportive housing, with 64 units across three buildings already providing safe, accessible homes for older adults. Built on results, we’re scaling our impact: 10+ modular units are planned for 2026, with another 68+ units in the pipeline for 2027 and beyond through our community partnerships.
With deep expertise in housing, community supports, and innovative design, SHOW ensures that older adults not only have a home, but a place where they can thrive with dignity and independence.
Our Residents
"SHOW has given me a chance to rebuild my life.
For that, I am deeply grateful."
Robert
SHOW Resident
Project Timeline
Phase 1: Winter 2025
Planning and Servicing Work Complete
Phase 2: Spring 2026
Site Plan Submission
Official site plans are submitted and under review to ensure all approvals are in place.
Phase 3: Mid-Spring 2026
Fundraising underway
Phase 4: Summer 2026
Project Groundbreaking
From planning to groundbreaking, Waterloo’s first modular supportive housing project is moving forward to deliver safe, supportive homes for older adults in Waterloo.
SHOW has a proven model for supportive housing, with 64 units across three buildings already providing safe, accessible homes for older adults. Built on results, we’re scaling our impact: 10+ modular units are planned for 2026, with another 68+ units in the pipeline for 2027 and beyond through our community partnerships.
With deep expertise in housing, community supports, and innovative design, SHOW ensures that older adults not only have a home, but a place where they can thrive with dignity and independence.
Get Involved
Join us in creating safe, supportive homes for older adults. Please fill out the form below to learn how you can make an impact
Across Waterloo Region, more than 1,000 older adults are experiencing food insecurity and rising pressure on basic needs. This project is designed to respond directly to that reality—strengthening support where it’s needed most.
As the work moves forward, there will be clear opportunities to support, partner, and champion this initiative.
Get involved today!