Thrive Food Security
Food is one of the most important and vital needs to be met in our communities. Unison’s Thrive program aims to combat hunger through a variety of projects and initiatives. For more information, contact 403-705-3222 or ThriveD@UnisonAlberta.com
What We Offer
Unison Market
- Calgary’s only senior-specific food bank
- Supplemental no-cost food market offering choice through our grocery store model
- Criteria: older adults 50+, registration required/by appointment only
- Make an appointment to visit the market: email thrived@unisonalberta.com
Grocery Delivery & Friendly Visits
- Grocery shopping, delivery and friendly visits by volunteers
- Orders can be placed once every 2 weeks
- Criteria: low-income, homebound older adults 50+, requires initial home visit by Thrive staff
- Cost: $5 delivery + cost of groceries
The Garden Studio
The Garden Studio is a plant store with purpose. It is located in the Unison at Kerby Centre building, on the second floor, Room 214. Open Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
All proceeds support Unison’s Thrive Food Security programs, helping seniors access food, connection, and community.
Support Thrive!
Interested in learning more about our programs?
Call 403-705-3222 or email: thrived@unisonalberta.com for more details.
Interested in hosting a Food Drive in your community or business? Please connect with us directly for more details: Phone: 403-234-6569 Email: thrived@unisonalberta.com
Interested in volunteering in our Thrive programs? Please connect with us directly for more details: Phone: 403-234-6570 Email: volunteer@unisonalberta.com
Canadian Accreditation Council of Human Services
Having met the 2019 Edition of Standards, Accreditation is granted to Kerby Assembly (operating as Unison Alberta) for their program Unison Thrive Food Security Calgary (Food Bank Program With Specialized Designation). Granted on the 20th of April, 2024.
Our Sponsors
