The Alberta government has good news for aging Albertans.
To meet the needs of an aging population and support the future of the province’s continuing care system, Alberta’s government has committed $1 billion over the next three years to transform continuing care in the province.
The funding looks to improve quality and care for aging Albertans including the delivery of more care in the community and also to better workforce capacity and improve the quality of continuing care in Alberta.
The initiative is aimed at helping Albertans age with dignity and the province has signed a five-year, $627 million bilateral funding agreement with the federal government to support home care and continuing care initiatives.
Home care initiatives will include enhancing home care services, improving access to palliative and end-of-life care, increasing support for caregivers, and expanding non-medical supports.
“Investing in the well-being of our aging population is investing in the heart of Alberta. Along with our community partners, we have taken significant steps to ensure every Albertan receives the care they deserve as they age. This funding will build on the work we have done to create a continuum of care that not only meets the needs of today but also ensures a sustainable and responsive system for the future.”
According to the Jason Nixon, Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services
Continuing care initiatives will include the expansion of workforce education, training and development and also provide workforce mental health support.
The province has also added $654 million in funding to improve access to spaces for ageing Albertans which will include those who do not require hospitalization but still require further support.
The province is also dedicated to delivering culturally appropriate care for our aging Indigenous population.
Dr. Katherine Chubbs, president and CEO, The Good Samaritan Society added that “Providing our residents with quality of life, access to innovative and sustainable services, and giving them a sense of belonging to a community are fundamental principles of The Good Samaritan Society. This funding agreement will support us and other care providers in meeting our goals in the years to come.”
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