Publications

Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee annual report

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, a branch of Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services, provides services, tools and support for personal and financial matters to vulnerable... More ≫

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The Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee, a branch of Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services, provides services, tools and support for personal and financial matters to vulnerable Albertans and their families. The annual report presents information about the OPGT goals and progress made in reaching them.

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Well-being and resiliency : a framework for supporting safe and healthy children and families

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The Well-being and Resiliency Framework provides rationale for and describes the ways of working to promote well-being and resiliency in Alberta. It defines the key elements of the prevention... More ≫

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The Well-being and Resiliency Framework provides rationale for and describes the ways of working to promote well-being and resiliency in Alberta. It defines the key elements of the prevention continuum of services, identifies desired outcomes, supports decision-making on funding and service delivery and promotes an understanding of how trauma impacts development. The framework captures emerging research and leading practices and reflects the cultural diversity of Alberta. It also incorporates Indigenous perspectives on well-being and resiliency. The framework offers an interconnected perspective by sharing insights about how well-being and resiliency are promoted from both western and Indigenous worldviews.

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Well-being and resiliency : the miyo resource kâ-nâkatohkêhk miyo-ohpikinawâwasowin

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The miyo resource discusses foundational beliefs and approaches of Indigenous peoples to promote well-being and resiliency and outlines an evaluative process that honours an Indigenous worldview.... More ≫

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The miyo resource discusses foundational beliefs and approaches of Indigenous peoples to promote well-being and resiliency and outlines an evaluative process that honours an Indigenous worldview. This resource supports provincial implementation of the Well-Being and Resiliency Framework by outlining an evaluative framework that recognizes culturally-based practice and assesses program effectiveness and the achievement of outcomes in a meaningful way. The miyo resource was developed recognizing that western-based evaluation practices are generally not effective when working with Indigenous communities. It includes a model for service delivery and outcome and performance measurement that accurately and culturally assesses the impact and value of culturally designed services provided by and for Indigenous client populations.

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Well-being and resiliency : evaluation framework

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The Evaluation Framework describes the desired results of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework and outlines ways to monitor progress towards and understand meaning of outcomes. It supports... More ≫

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The Evaluation Framework describes the desired results of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework and outlines ways to monitor progress towards and understand meaning of outcomes. It supports provincial implementation of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework by serving as a platform for ongoing monitoring, adaptation and continuous improvement. The Evaluation Framework will ensure the desired outcomes identified in the Well-being and Resiliency Framework are clearly articulated to be specific, measurable, reasonably achievable, relevant and timely. The Evaluation Framework includes indicators and measures for the defined continuum of services; processes to measure and report on outcomes and effectiveness of wellbeing and resilience programs provincially; and supports regular reporting on the achievement of the overarching outcome of helping children and youth be safe and reach their full potential.

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Building strength, inspiring hope : a provincial action plan for youth suicide prevention 2019 - 2024

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This provincial action plan for youth suicide prevention takes a comprehensive, long-term strategic approach by building on effective activities and programs already underway and supporting the... More ≫

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This provincial action plan for youth suicide prevention takes a comprehensive, long-term strategic approach by building on effective activities and programs already underway and supporting the development of new stakeholder-identified initiatives to meet the needs of the youth and families they serve.

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Honouring the proclamation of Month of the Artist

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Presents the Royal Proclamation made through Order in Council (O.C. 339/2018) on Novermber 14, 2018, proclaiming the month of January of each year as Month of the Artist in Alberta.

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What we're hearing : PDD review panel

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Brief overviews of the results of engagement sessions for the Persons with Developmental Disabilities review. Each report includes information on the number of participants and key themes or... More ≫

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Brief overviews of the results of engagement sessions for the Persons with Developmental Disabilities review. Each report includes information on the number of participants and key themes or issues heard by the appointed review panel during each session.

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Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols Regulation interpretative guide [2018]

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The over-riding objective of the Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols Regulation (DTPR) is to ensure that people who are injured in collisions receive fast and effective treatment to support their... More ≫

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The over-riding objective of the Diagnostic and Treatment Protocols Regulation (DTPR) is to ensure that people who are injured in collisions receive fast and effective treatment to support their recovery. This guide provides information for insurers, lawyers, and primary health care practitioners (physicians, chiropractors, and physical therapists). The guide includes information about the DTPR and how it should be applied, as well as claims and billing processes. For more information, visit http://insurance.alberta.ca/health-care-practitioners.

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Continuing care health service standards : information guide [2018]

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The Continuing Care Health Service Standards (CCHSS) Information Guide is solely for information and is intended to support a consistent understanding of the CCHSS and their application. The... More ≫

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The Continuing Care Health Service Standards (CCHSS) Information Guide is solely for information and is intended to support a consistent understanding of the CCHSS and their application. The intended audience for this guide is health standards compliance auditors, Operators, Clients and their families or legal representatives and the public. The guide provides the specific CCHSS standards, what may be accepted as evidence of compliance with the CCHSS and continuing care resources.

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Continuing care health service standards [January 2016 and amended July 16, 2018]

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The Continuing Care Health Service Standards (CCHSS) identify standards for the provision of quality continuing care health services that take into consideration the individual needs, preferences... More ≫

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The Continuing Care Health Service Standards (CCHSS) 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 CCHSS represent a legislated requirement and set the minimum requirement that operators in the continuing care system must comply with in the provision of health care.

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