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Addiction and mental health supports

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The Emerging Substances Police Advisory Committee of Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services developed these cards for police services to distribute to members of the public. These cards will... More ≫

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The Emerging Substances Police Advisory Committee of Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services developed these cards for police services to distribute to members of the public. These cards will be given to individuals by law enforcement when addiction and mental health concerns are suspected, and will assist with connecting those individuals with appropriate community agencies, support and resources.

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Directive to AHS respecting consolidation and alignment of mental health and addiction services

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This directive from the Minister of Mental Health and Addiction to Alberta Health Services outlines steps to improve alignment and collaboration in the delivery of services.

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Alberta Child and Youth Well-being action plan

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Sets out the 10 recommendations established by the Child and Youth Well-Being Panel to help support the well-being of children and youth impacted by COVID-19. The expert advisory panel was... More ≫

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Sets out the 10 recommendations established by the Child and Youth Well-Being Panel to help support the well-being of children and youth impacted by COVID-19. The expert advisory panel was appointed in May 2021 to better understand the full scope of the psychological, social, educational, and physical effects on children and youth of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Toward an Alberta model of wellness : recommendations from the Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Council

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Outlines the recommendations of the Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Council, which was appointed in November 2019 to provide recommendations to improve access to recovery-oriented... More ≫

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Outlines the recommendations of the Alberta Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Council, which was appointed in November 2019 to provide recommendations to improve access to recovery-oriented care and better support Albertans who need help to get on their path to recovery.

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Child and Youth Well-Being Review final report

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The Child and Youth Well-being Review was established to better understand the full scope of the psychological, social, educational and physical effects related to the COVID-19 pandemic on... More ≫

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The Child and Youth Well-being Review was established to better understand the full scope of the psychological, social, educational and physical effects related to the COVID-19 pandemic on children and youth. The panel engaged with a wide range of Albertans, including researchers, educators, health care professionals, and mental health experts, as well as parents and kids. The report contains recommendations for government.

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Report to the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General : public inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes... More ≫

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Represents the findings of a public fatality inquiry into the death of Wenhuan (Jason) Xu, including determination of the date, time, place and circumstances of the death. Also includes recommendations on how to prevent similar incidents which led to the death under investigation. See the usage considerations section of this record for more information about public fatality inquiries.

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Moving forward : progress report on valuing mental health : next steps

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Valuing Mental Health: Next Steps, released June 2017, outlined 18 actions to improve the integration of addiction and mental health services in Alberta. This progress report outlines the progress... More ≫

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Valuing Mental Health: Next Steps, released June 2017, outlined 18 actions to improve the integration of addiction and mental health services in Alberta. This progress report outlines the progress of government and community partners to implement those 18 actions, sets out future activities, and shares stories and anecdotes from those involved and impacted.

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Creating connections : Alberta's addiction and mental health strategy : interim report 2011-2014

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This interim report is intended to provide a snapshot of activities related to implementing Alberta’s Creating Connections Strategy from 2011 to 2013. Under each strategic direction, a high-level... More ≫

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This interim report is intended to provide a snapshot of activities related to implementing Alberta’s Creating Connections Strategy from 2011 to 2013. Under each strategic direction, a high-level progress update is provided, along with comments related to the important work completed to date. Key achievements and upcoming milestones are identified.

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Gap analysis of public mental health and addictions programs (GAP-MAP) : final report

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GAP-MAP was designed to inform Alberta's Addiction and Mental Health Strategy. Generally, the approach of most governments to developing strategic priorities has emphasized consultations,... More ≫

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GAP-MAP was designed to inform Alberta's Addiction and Mental Health Strategy. Generally, the approach of most governments to developing strategic priorities has emphasized consultations, discussions, and priority-setting exercises. The approach taken in GAP-MAP was to demonstrate the value of a planning approach that emphasizes evidence-informed discussions about priorities. To this end, the project has attempted to produce a detailed, comprehensive, and systematic description of provincially funded addiction and mental health services in relation to population need. Results from the project are intended to lay the groundwork for building a population-based model for addiction and mental health service planning in Alberta.

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Creating connections : Alberta's addiction and mental health strategy

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Alberta Health and Wellness and Alberta Health Services have developed a mental health strategy to guide actions to improve the health and mental well-being of Albertans in all areas of the... More ≫

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Alberta Health and Wellness and Alberta Health Services have developed a mental health strategy to guide actions to improve the health and mental well-being of Albertans in all areas of the province. The ultimate goal is to reduce the prevalence of addiction, mental health problems and mental illness in Alberta through health promotion and prevention activities and to provide quality assessment, treatment and support services to Albertans when they need them. To achieve these goals, the strategy outlines actions to be taken in five key areas: building health and resilient communities; fostering the development of healthy children, youth and families; enhancing community-based services, capacity and supports; addressing complex needs; and enhancing assurance in the Alberta mental health care system.

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