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Supportive living accommodation standards [2007]

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The purpose of the Accommodation Standards is to ensure that all supportive living facilities maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security and quality of... More ≫

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The purpose of the Accommodation Standards is to ensure that all supportive living facilities maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security and quality of life of Albertans living in those facilities. The Accommodation Standards will direct operators of supportive living facilities in the delivery of quality accommodation services to residents. The Accommodation Standards are based on the input provided to the MLA Task Force on Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards in 2005.

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Supportive living accommodation standards [2006]

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The purpose of the Accommodation Standards is to ensure that all supportive living facilities maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security and quality of... More ≫

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The purpose of the Accommodation Standards is to ensure that all supportive living facilities maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security and quality of life of Albertans living in those facilities. The Accommodation Standards will direct operators of supportive living facilities in the delivery of quality accommodation services to residents. The Accommodation Standards are based on the input provided to the MLA Task Force on Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards in 2005.

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Long-term care accommodation standards [2006]

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The purpose of the Accommodation Standards is to ensure that long-term care facilities maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security and quality of life of... More ≫

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The purpose of the Accommodation Standards is to ensure that long-term care facilities maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security and quality of life of Albertans living in those facilities. The Accommodation Standards are based on the input provided to the MLA Task Force on Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards in 2005.

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Continuing care health service standards [2006]

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs,... More ≫

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The intent of the Continuing Care Health Service Standards is to identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs, preferences and abilities of each client. The standards are divided into two parts: A. Putting Individuals First: Providing Quality Continuing Care Health Services. B. Quality Improvement and Quality Assurance. These standards were developed as a result of the public consultations undertaken by the MLA Task Force on Continuing Care Health Service and Accommodation Standards in 2005. These standards replace the 'Basic Service Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities', released in April 1995.

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Safe and healthy : a guide to managing an aging workforce

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This publication outlines how employers, managers and supervisors can adapt workplaces, tools and procedures to deal with age-related changes. It can also help employers overcome common... More ≫

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This publication outlines how employers, managers and supervisors can adapt workplaces, tools and procedures to deal with age-related changes. It can also help employers overcome common misperceptions about older workers' capabilities, and can assist all workers to better understand and adapt to physical and psychological changes as they age. While this publication specifically addresses health and safety issues for older workers, most of the health and safety information provided applies to workers of any age.

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Saying farewell : a helpful guide with information and forms to assist you through the death and dying process. Third edition

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The information in this booklet can help you do some of the planning that may help your family and friends in the time after your death. Cultural beliefs, traditions and practices can easily be... More ≫

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The information in this booklet can help you do some of the planning that may help your family and friends in the time after your death. Cultural beliefs, traditions and practices can easily be incorporated into these plans. This booklet provides information about funerals, legal requirements surrounding death, burial, wills, estates, paperwork and financial assistance.

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Safety for aging farmers

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Farmers over the age of 60 are at high risk for injury and death on Alberta farms. By acknowledging personal limitations and working with friends and family to decrease hazards, senior farmers can... More ≫

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Farmers over the age of 60 are at high risk for injury and death on Alberta farms. By acknowledging personal limitations and working with friends and family to decrease hazards, senior farmers can continue to work on the farm in a safe environment. The farm community, friends and family can take an active role in ensuring that senior farmers work in a safe environment.

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Saying farewell : a helpful guide with information and forms to assist you through the death and dying process. Second edition

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The information in this booklet can help you do some of the planning that may help your family and friends in the time after your death. Cultural beliefs, traditions and practices can easily be... More ≫

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The information in this booklet can help you do some of the planning that may help your family and friends in the time after your death. Cultural beliefs, traditions and practices can easily be incorporated into these plans. This booklet provides information about funerals, legal requirements surrounding death, burial, wills, estates, paperwork and financial assistance.

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Tracking progress : a progress report on continuing care reform in Alberta

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In November 1999, the Long Term Care Review Policy Advisory Committee released the report Healthy Aging: New Directions for Care. The Committee report and additional public input and suggestions... More ≫

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In November 1999, the Long Term Care Review Policy Advisory Committee released the report Healthy Aging: New Directions for Care. The Committee report and additional public input and suggestions were thoroughly reviewed by Alberta Health and Wellness, and in April 2000 the government released its response to the report. Entitled Strategic Directions and Future Actions: Healthy Aging and Continuing Care in Alberta, the report presented a government strategy to develop an improved, sustainable and affordable continuing care system for Albertans. This report, Tracking Progress, shows the progress to date in each of the strategic directions set out in the government’s response, and summarizes future plans to keep continuing care reform moving forward.

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Alzheimer disease and other dementias : strategic directions in healthy aging and continuing care in Alberta

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The intent of this document is to provide information and advice to key stakeholders for the planning of continuing care services for this special population. This document will be made available... More ≫

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The intent of this document is to provide information and advice to key stakeholders for the planning of continuing care services for this special population. This document will be made available to the following individuals and organizations: • All government departments, in particular Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Seniors, Alberta Community Development, Alberta Learning and Alberta Infrastructure; • Health authorities, physicians and other health providers; and • Other agencies directly involved in the provision of dementia care services, community partners such as the Alzheimer Society of Alberta, housing providers and interested individuals from the public.

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