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Implementation Oversight Committee recommendations: status update

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An implementation oversight committee was appointed to prioritize responses to previous recommendations for improving the child intervention system. It made recommendations to the Minister of... More ≫

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An implementation oversight committee was appointed to prioritize responses to previous recommendations for improving the child intervention system. It made recommendations to the Minister of Human Services in two progress reports, in April and August of 2014. This summary looks at the status of the ministry's response to each recommendation as of December 2016.

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Ministry of Human Services' response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “10-month-old Lily : an investigative review”

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In 2013, a 10-month-old infant in parental care passed away. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the manner of death was accidental and the cause of death was drowning. The... More ≫

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In 2013, a 10-month-old infant in parental care passed away. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the manner of death was accidental and the cause of death was drowning. The family was receiving services under assessment at the time of the death. Our thoughts are with this young child’s immediate and extended family and community.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate annual report

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The Child and Youth Advocate Act requires the Advocate to report annually to the Legislative Assembly about the work of the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA). This document provides... More ≫

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The Child and Youth Advocate Act requires the Advocate to report annually to the Legislative Assembly about the work of the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate (OCYA). This document provides the ministry response to the Advocate’s annual reports.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the AL fatality inquiry report

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the May 3, 2011 death of 14-week-old AL, released on December 1, 2015. The ministry response includes... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed the fatality inquiry report into the May 3, 2011 death of 14-week-old AL, released on December 1, 2015. The ministry response includes information gathered from a review of existing policies and current ministry initiatives related to issues identified in the report.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “17-year-old Catherine : an investigative review”

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In 2013, a 17-year-old youth in parental care died by suicide following attendance at a rural hospital for suicidal ideation. The Child and Youth Advocate Act investigated the death and released a... More ≫

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In 2013, a 17-year-old youth in parental care died by suicide following attendance at a rural hospital for suicidal ideation. The Child and Youth Advocate Act investigated the death and released a review which made three recommendations regarding collaboration, assessments and working with suicidal youth. This report provides the response of the Ministry of Human Services to these three recommendations.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “16-year-old Sam serious injury”

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In 2013, a 16-year-old residing in care sustained a brain injury after attempting suicide. This youth, now a young adult, receives supports and services to meet his needs as a result of the... More ≫

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In 2013, a 16-year-old residing in care sustained a brain injury after attempting suicide. This youth, now a young adult, receives supports and services to meet his needs as a result of the injury, which affected his motor skills, mobility, speech and memory. This document presents the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations regarding assessments, healthy relationships and attachment, and working with suicidal youth.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "8-year-old Ella: an investigative review"

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In 2013, a staff at a group care facility went to awaken an eight-year-old girl in their care. She was breathing heavily and would not wake up, which was attributed to her prescribed sleep... More ≫

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In 2013, a staff at a group care facility went to awaken an eight-year-old girl in their care. She was breathing heavily and would not wake up, which was attributed to her prescribed sleep medication. Shortly thereafter, staff returned to wake her and found her unresponsive. Staff began CPR and called 911. Despite all efforts, the child was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner advised that the cause of death was trichloroethanol toxicity and the manner of death was undetermined. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations aboutabout three key areas related to practice and processes concerning services to vulnerable children in Alberta.

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Ministry of Human Services’ Response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “9-year-old Bonita serious injury”

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In 2013, a nine-year-old child living with her parents in her First Nations community was taken to hospital, where it was determined that she was suffering from septic shock as a result of severe... More ≫

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In 2013, a nine-year-old child living with her parents in her First Nations community was taken to hospital, where it was determined that she was suffering from septic shock as a result of severe dental decay. Inadequate housing, school attendance, neglect, parental addictions and chronic poverty were all noted concerns that were being addressed by several service delivery partners within the community. This report provides the Ministry response to the three recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "Six-week-old Nicole : an investigative review"

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant fell asleep on her father’s chest; when he awoke, he found her unresponsive. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the manner and cause of death... More ≫

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant fell asleep on her father’s chest; when he awoke, he found her unresponsive. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner determined that the manner and cause of death was undetermined. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA recommendations about two key areas related to practice and processes concerning services to vulnerable children in Alberta.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate "Baby Dawn: bed-sharing with infants in foster care"

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant was found unresponsive in her foster parents’ bed. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA one recommendation about safe sleeping practices and... More ≫

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In 2013, a six-week-old infant was found unresponsive in her foster parents’ bed. This report provides the Ministry response to the OCYA one recommendation about safe sleeping practices and bed-sharing with infants.

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