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Alternative Residences Alternatives Inc.

Supporting Mental Health in Greater Moncton.

For over 38 years, Alternative Residences Alternatives (ARA) has been dedicated to providing alternative solutions to institutional options for individuals living with mental illness. Today, we are the largest organization in the Greater Moncton area that provides shelter/homes, services and amenities, promoting a greater sense of dignity and the opportunity to re-integrate successfully into the community. With the right housing and support from our dedicated mental health professionals and volunteers, people living with mental illness benefit from a caring compassionate setting, where they can experience an improved quality of life and greater independence.

04/15/2026

Thank you so much to Rotary AIP for your continued support and generosity! The care kits are an incredible gesture that truly make a difference in our residents' lives as they transition into stable housing. Your partnership helps us ensure that those in need feel valued, supported, and connected to the community. We’re grateful for your dedication to making salisbury a brighter place for everyone! 💜

Un grand merci à Rotary AIP pour votre soutien continu et votre générosité ! Les trousses de soins sont un geste incroyable qui fait vraiment une différence dans la vie de nos résidents lorsqu'ils s'installent dans un logement stable. Votre partenariat nous aide à garantir que ceux qui en ont besoin se sentent valorisés, soutenus et connectés à la communauté. Nous sommes reconnaissants de votre engagement à rendre Salisbury plus lumineux pour tous ! 💜

03/13/2026

🔧 Team Spotlight: The Heart Behind the Fixes!!

At Alternative Residences Alternatives, we’re proud to recognize one of the people who helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

For the past 10 years, Martin has been a dependable and hardworking part of our team. From repairing and building to tackling the everyday challenges that come with maintaining our residences, he brings skill, dedication, and care to everything he does.

His hard work at our new Homestead location has made a real difference, helping ensure the space is safe, welcoming, and well cared for the people who will live and work there.

Beyond the tools and projects, he’s also known for being a genuinely great person; always willing to help, always reliable, and always showing up with a positive attitude.

Thank you for your years of hard work, commitment, and the pride you take in what you do. We truly appreciate everything you bring to ARA 👏🏻

03/10/2026

🚨 NOW HIRING – Residential Counsellors
Looking for meaningful work where you can make a real difference in people’s lives?

Alternative Residences Alternatives Inc. is hiring Residential Counsellors for our new Homestead Road location in Steeves Mountain / Salisbury, NB.

We’re currently hiring for:
☀️ Day Shift
🌙 Overnight Shift

Join a compassionate team supporting adults living with mental illness and homelessness while helping them transition into stable housing.

✨ Full-time permanent positions
✨ Health & dental benefits
✨ RRSP match
✨ Supportive team environment
✨ Over 40 years serving our community

📧 Send your resume to hrh@arainc.org
📍 Or drop it off at 1144 Amirault St, Dieppe, NB
🔎 Apply through Indeed

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03/04/2026

Community Partnership Opportunity | Support Adults Living with Mental Illness

Alternative Residences Alternatives Inc. (ARA) is preparing to open Homestead Supportive Living on April 1st. As a nonprofit organization supporting adults living with mental illness through stable housing and community-based supports, we are seeking community and corporate partners to help us fully furnish the home.

We are currently accepting in-kind donations including furniture, household items, small appliances, linens, cleaning supplies, and gift cards.

This is an opportunity for local businesses and community members to make a tangible impact in creating safe, supportive living environments.

Contact: marketing@arainc.org | 506-232-2574

Charitable tax receipts are available for eligible contributions.

We welcome the opportunity to partner with organizations committed to strengthening mental health supports in our community.

12/31/2025

✨ Farewell, 2025. Hello, 2026!!🎊🎉

As we turn the page on another year, our hearts are full of gratitude.

To every volunteer, donor, and supporter who stood with Alternative Residences Alternatives—thank you. Your generosity helped provide housing, stability, and hope to those we serve.

✨ Adieu 2025. Bonjour 2026!!🎉🎊

En tournant la page d’une nouvelle année, nos cœurs sont remplis de gratitude.
À tous les bénévoles, donateurs et soutiens de Alternative Residences Alternatives—merci. Votre générosité a permis d’offrir logement, stabilité et espoir à ceux que nous accompagnons.

With appreciation / Avec gratitude,
The Alternative Residences Alternatives Team / L’équipe d’Alternative Residences Alternatives ❤️

12/23/2025

The Amirault ARA Community received an incredibly thoughtful gift from Joanne from RBC 💙

She donated 18 gift bags filled with essentials, treats, and handmade mittens, delivering one to each resident.
Our residents were thrilled!
Joanne also volunteers throughout the year, playing bingo with residents. Thank you, Joanne, for adding an extra special touch and making this holiday season brighter. 🎄✨
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La communauté ARA d’Amirault a reçu un cadeau incroyablement attentionné de la part de
Joanne de la Banque RBC 💙

Elle a fait don de 18 sacs-cadeaux remplis d’articles essentiels, de petites gâteries et de mitaines faites à la main, en en offrant un à chaque résident.
Nos résidents étaient ravis !
Joanne fait également du bénévolat tout au long de l’année en jouant au bingo avec les résidents. Merci, Joanne, d’avoir ajouté une touche toute spéciale et d’avoir illuminé cette période des Fêtes.🎄✨

12/22/2025

🌟 Real Stories. Real Impact. 🌟

At ARA, every story matters. This holiday Monday, we’re highlighting the power of support and community, one story at a time 🎄

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🌟 De vraies histoires. Un réel impact. 🌟

À ARA, chaque histoire compte. En ce lundi des Fêtes, nous mettons en lumière la force du soutien et de la communauté, une histoire à la fois. 🎄

12/10/2025

Sometimes life feels messy—like a string of lights that just won’t untangle. But this picture reminds us that challenges don’t last forever. With time, patience, and hope, things slowly fall into place again. Brighter moments are ahead. ✨

Share this with someone who may need the reminder that better days are coming.

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Parfois, la vie paraît chaotique—comme une guirlande de lumières impossible à démêler. Mais cette image nous rappelle que les défis ne durent pas toujours. Avec du temps, de la patience et de l’espoir, les choses finissent par se remettre en place. Des moments plus lumineux nous attendent. ✨

Partage ceci avec quelqu’un qui a peut-être besoin de se rappeler que de meilleurs jours arrivent.

12/09/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Annual Tree Lighting Event on Thursday! ✨ The evening was filled with community spirit—from warm hot chocolate and cookies to outstanding live comedy and a beautiful tree lighting that truly kicked off the holiday season.

We’re grateful to our dedicated volunteers from Atlantic International Passport Rotary Club and to our team members who worked behind the scenes to make the event a memorable experience for all.

A special thank-you as well to our two incredible comedians, who took time out of their day to share their talent and bring so much laughter to the night. We truly appreciate you!

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Merci à toutes celles et tous ceux qui se sont joints à nous pour notre cérémonie annuelle d’illumination de l’arbre jeudi ! ✨

La soirée a été remplie d’un bel esprit communautaire — entre chocolat chaud, biscuits, excellente prestation humoristique en direct et un magnifique éclairage de l’arbre qui a véritablement lancé la saison des Fêtes.

Nous sommes reconnaissants envers nos bénévoles dévoués du Rotary Club Atlantic International Passport, ainsi qu’envers les membres de notre équipe qui ont travaillé dans les coulisses pour faire de cet événement un moment mémorable pour tous.

Un merci tout particulier à nos deux humoristes exceptionnels, qui ont pris le temps de partager leur talent et d’apporter tant de rires à la soirée. Nous vous apprécions énormément !

12/02/2025

🎄✨ Hello, December! ✨🎄

The holiday season is here—a time for connection, joy, and community. 💜 At ARA, we understand that living with mental illness can bring unique challenges, and the holidays aren’t always easy. That’s why we remain committed to providing safe, supportive homes and compassionate care for adults living with mental illness in Greater Moncton.

This Christmas season, we’ll be:

🎁 Sharing inspiring stories from our ARA community
🎁 Highlighting programs and activities that make a meaningful difference
🎁 Showing ways you can help bring warmth and light to someone’s season

At ARA, our mission is to provide community-based housing and support that fosters independence, enhances quality of life, and strengthens connection.

Let’s make this December full of hope, kindness, and community—together. ✨❄️

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🎄✨ Bonjour décembre ! ✨🎄

La saison des Fêtes est arrivée — un moment de connexion, de joie et de communauté. 💜 À ARA, nous savons que vivre avec une maladie mentale peut être difficile, et que les Fêtes ne sont pas toujours simples. C’est pourquoi nous demeurons engagés à offrir des foyers sécuritaires, du soutien et des soins empreints de compassion aux adultes vivant avec une maladie mentale dans la région du Grand Moncton.

Cette saison de Noël, nous partagerons :

🎁 Des histoires inspirantes de notre communauté ARA
🎁 Des programmes, activités et événements qui font une réelle différence
🎁 Des façons dont vous pouvez apporter chaleur et lumière au temps des Fêtes de quelqu’un

La mission d’ARA est d’offrir des services de logement et de soutien communautaires qui favorisent l’indépendance, améliorent la qualité de vie et renforcent les liens avec la communauté.
Ensemble, rendons ce mois de décembre rempli d’espoir, de gentillesse et de connexion. ✨❄️

11/26/2025

We are proud to congratulate David, one of our dedicated Residential Coordinators, on becoming a Canadian citizen. This is an important and meaningful milestone, and we are excited to celebrate it with him. Welcome to the Canadian club, eh, David! 🇨🇦👏
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Nous sommes fiers de féliciter David, l’un de nos coordonnateurs résidentiels dévoués, pour l’obtention de sa citoyenneté canadienne. Il s’agit d’une étape importante et significative, et nous sommes enthousiastes à l’idée de la célébrer avec lui. Bienvenue dans le club canadien, David! 🇨🇦👏
🇨🇦 🎉

Address

1144 Rue Amirault Street
Moncton, NB
E1A1E2

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Website

http://alternativeresidences.org/

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Who We Are

For over 36 years, Alternative Residences Alternatives (ARA) has been dedicated to providing alternative solutions to institutional options for individuals living with mental health challenges. Today, ARA is one of the largest organizations in the Greater Moncton area that provides housing, services and amenities by promoting a greater sense of dignity and while providing the opportunity for the clients to re-integrate successfully into the community.

ARA consists of four adult community residences that provides twenty-four-hour support to thirty-one clients. This includes a transition or teaching residence of eight clients, five shared accomodations for twenty-seven residents, and three affordable community appartment complexes with sixteen residents.

Our Mission: “To provide a continuum of community based housing and support services, with a recovery-oriented focus, providing individualized and client-centered services by working in collaboration with our partners in the addiction and mental health field.”

With the right housing and support from our dedicated mental health professionals and volunteers, people living with mental health challenges benefit from a caring compassionate setting, where they can experience an improved quality of life and greater independence.