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Supportive living accommodations in Alberta : a guide to new continuing care legislation

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"Supportive Living Accommodations in Alberta: A Guide to New Continuing Care Legislation" provides an overview of supportive living accommodations within Alberta’s continuing care system and a... More ≫

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"Supportive Living Accommodations in Alberta: A Guide to New Continuing Care Legislation" provides an overview of supportive living accommodations within Alberta’s continuing care system and a summary of the new legislative framework under the Continuing Care Act.

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Getting started : continuing care licensing handbook

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This guide is to assist operators of continuing care homes and supportive living accommodations to meet the licensing requirements of Alberta’s Continuing Care Act. Getting Started answers the... More ≫

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This guide is to assist operators of continuing care homes and supportive living accommodations to meet the licensing requirements of Alberta’s Continuing Care Act. Getting Started answers the questions prospective operators may have when applying for a licence to provide continuing care services. It describes how to apply for a licence and what is expected of licensed operators. It also describes what is involved in the inspection and monitoring of accommodations and what to expect when a provider is in contravention with Alberta Health and enforcement is required. We encourage prospective operators to schedule a pre-consultation meeting with the Continuing Care Licensing Office to discuss their plans before starting this application process

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Accommodation standards : supportive living accommodation : information guide

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According to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, all licensed supportive living operators are legally required to follow the provincial standards. The accommodation... More ≫

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According to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, all licensed supportive living operators are legally required to follow the provincial standards. The accommodation standards provide the standards for voluntary, public, and private organizations operating supportive living accommodations in Alberta. The standards direct operators of supportive living accommodations in the delivery of quality accommodation services to residents.  The purpose of the accommodation standards is to ensure that all supportive living accommodations maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security, and quality of life for Albertans living in those accommodations. Operators of supportive living accommodations will also be able to provide assurances to residents, employees, the public and municipalities that their accommodations are operating in accordance with established accommodation standards.

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Accommodation standards : continuing care home information guide

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According to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, all licensed type A and type B continuing care home (formerly long-term care and designated supportive living,... More ≫

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According to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, all licensed type A and type B continuing care home (formerly long-term care and designated supportive living, respectively) operators are legally required to follow the provincial standards. The accommodation standards provide the standards for voluntary, public, and private organizations operating type A and B continuing care homes. The standards direct operators of continuing care homes in the delivery of quality accommodation services to residents. The purpose of the accommodation standards is to ensure that all type A and B continuing care home operators maintain a high quality of accommodation services that promote the safety, security, and quality of life for Albertans living in those continuing care homes. Operators of continuing care homes will also be able to provide assurances to residents, employees, the public and municipalities that their continuing care homes are operating in accordance with...

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Continuing care health service standards : information guide

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According to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, The Continuing Care Health Service Standards establish the minimum expectations in the provision of high quality,... More ≫

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According to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, The Continuing Care Health Service Standards establish the minimum expectations in the provision of high quality, individualized health care services, provided to clients receiving publicly funded services from type 1 and type 2 home and community care providers residents of type A and type B continuing care homes. This includes assessed health and personal care services provided by nurses, therapists, health care aides and other health care professionals.

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Accommodation standards : continuing care home

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Pursuant to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, adherence with the Accommodation Standards – Continuing Care Home is a mandated requirement for type A and B continuing... More ≫

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Pursuant to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, adherence with the Accommodation Standards – Continuing Care Home is a mandated requirement for type A and B continuing care home (formerly long-term care and designated supportive living, respectively) operators in Alberta. The Accommodation Standards - Continuing Care Homes provide the standards for voluntary, public, and private organizations operating type A and B continuing care homes. The accommodation standards establish the minimum standards of accommodation services, such as meals, building maintenance, security, and housekeeping, social or leisure activities, and resident and family involvement to promote safety, security, and quality of life for clients and residents.

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Accommodation standards : supportive living accommodation

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Pursuant to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, adherence with Accommodation Standards – Supportive Living Accommodation is a mandated requirement for supportive living... More ≫

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Pursuant to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act, adherence with Accommodation Standards – Supportive Living Accommodation is a mandated requirement for supportive living accommodation operators in Alberta. The Accommodation Standards - Supportive Living Accommodation provide the standards for voluntary, public, and private organizations operating supportive living accommodations in Alberta. The accommodation standards establish the minimum standards of accommodation services, such as meals, building maintenance, security, and housekeeping, social or leisure activities, and resident and family involvement to promote safety, security, and quality of life for clients and residents.

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Continuing care health service standards

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Continuing care health service standards (CCHSS) are a legislated requirement of operators pursuant to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act. The standards set the minimum... More ≫

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Continuing care health service standards (CCHSS) are a legislated requirement of operators pursuant to the Continuing Care Regulation under the Continuing Care Act. The standards set the minimum requirement that operators in the continuing care system must comply with in the provision of publicly funded health care. The CCHSS direct requirements related to the provision of publicly funded health care in the continuing care system, applying to operators providing facility-based care in continuing care homes as well as those providing home and community care.

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Duty to notify – Decision guide

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Operators and providers must notify the Continuing Care Licensing Office of specific serious circumstances within 48 hours. Specific serious events include those that are a health or safety risk... More ≫

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Operators and providers must notify the Continuing Care Licensing Office of specific serious circumstances within 48 hours. Specific serious events include those that are a health or safety risk to clients or residents, or may jeopardize the ability of the operator or provider to provide care. Use the Duty to Notify Decision Guide to determine if an incident is reportable.

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Continuing care design standards and best practices in Alberta, 2023 (CCDS)

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Promotes innovative design for continuing care homes (which includes long-term care and designated supportive living) and supportive living accommodations that provide continuing care services in... More ≫

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Promotes innovative design for continuing care homes (which includes long-term care and designated supportive living) and supportive living accommodations that provide continuing care services in Alberta. The overall goal of the resource is to integrate design concepts to facilitate the provision of quality accommodation and health care services within comfortable, safe, aesthetically pleasing, and home-like environments. All newly-constructed continuing care homes larger than 14 spaces that receive public funding must meet the standards outlined in this document. In cases of difference between these documents and national/provincial codes, the most restricted and higher requirements shall govern.

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