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Part of Continuing care

Continuing care in Alberta

Albertans can get the health, personal and accommodation services and supports they need and want.

Introduction

Alberta’s continuing care system provides Albertans with the health, personal care and accommodation services they need to support their independence and quality of life.

Any Albertan can receive continuing care services, no matter their age, diagnosis or the length of time they need support.

For more information about services and eligibility, see Continuing care – Overview.

In focus

Information and resources about continuing care for clients and families.

Information and resources about continuing care for operators and providers.

Services

Continuing care services include assistance with:

  • dressing
  • eating and bathing
  • meal preparation
  • respite
  • wound care
  • medication administration
  • many other health care and support services 

These services and supports may be provided in different settings including:

  • individuals’ homes
  • community-based service locations
  • supportive living accommodations
  • continuing care homes

For more information, see Continuing care – Overview.

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