In the heart of Cochrane’s Sunset Ridge community stood a home unlike any other, built with purpose, generosity, and a commitment to helping children in need. Homes for Hope, an initiative by Sam and Suzanne Iaquinta with Castellano Homes, was more than a $1.35 million custom-built home; it was a beacon of hope for families relying on the Alberta Children’s Hospital and the Stollery Children’s Hospital.

The initiative was born from personal experience when one of the Iaquinta’s twin boys faced a severe lung infection. Witnessing the extraordinary care at both hospitals, they were determined to give back. Launched in 2013, all proceeds from the home’s sale supported the Pediatric Transport Teams at these hospitals, ensuring children in crisis received urgent care.

“When you go through something like that as a parent, it changes you,” said Sam Iaquinta. “We wanted to make a real impact for families facing those terrifying moments. This home is our way of giving back.”

A Legacy of Giving

The first Homes for Hope project began in 2021 in Airdrie’s King’s Heights. The proceeds supported the Pediatric Transport Team and children’s mental health care. Now, the legacy continues in Cochrane’s Pinnacle Estates at Sunset Ridge.

A Community Effort

Bringing Homes for Hope to life was a community effort, with 61 companies and 213 skilled trades volunteers. Melcor Developments, the land developer for Sunset Ridge, played a key role. “At Melcor, we believe great communities are about connection and support,” said Graeme Melton, VP of Communities at Melcor Developments. “This initiative shows what’s possible when people come together for a greater purpose.”

Supporting Pediatric Transport Teams

Net proceeds from this home’s sale directly support Pediatric Transport Teams at Alberta Children’s Hospital in Calgary and the Stollery Children’s Hospital in Edmonton. These teams provide critical care to sick and injured children across Western Canada.

Visit us at:

128 Sunrise Heath SW, Cochrane, AB

A team member will provide a private tour during the following hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 2 – 8 pm
• Saturday & Sunday: 12 – 5 pm

For inquiries, contact [email protected]

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