Continuing Care in Alberta

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Provincial standards for health services and accommodations in continuing care are in place.

All supportive living and long-term care operators must comply with the accommodation standards. They include:

Maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents;
Nutritious meals that meet Canada's Food Guide;
Routine cleaning and housekeeping of resident rooms and common areas; and
Mandatory criminal record checks for new employees and volunteers.

All publicly-funded health care services in home care, supportive living and long-term care must comply with the health service standards. They include:

Addressing the needs of clients through standardized assessments, care planning and care coordination;
A shift to a client centered model of care including the active involvement of the resident, client and family in an individual's assessment and care planning;
Recognition of wellness initiatives that focus on maintaining and improving the health of clients; and
A focus on quality improvement at both the care level and the operational level.