Alberta Health Services
In Alberta, Alberta Health Services is responsible for the services delivered through hospitals, community health centres, continuing care facilities, public health programs, and home care. They deliver health services across the Province and work with communities to deliver health services to local residents.
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Why are Canadians avoiding their long-term care planning?
A survey for Manulife Financial reveals that seven out of 10 Canadians said they would prefer to have an annual physical exam than spend an hour discussing their long-term care needs. This reluctance in discussing their future long-term care needs helps explain why only 21 per cent of Canadians have factored long-term care costs into their retirement planning.
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Top Ten Signs That Your Senior Relative May Need Housing Assistance
Determining whether or not a senior relative may require a change in living arrangements can be difficult. To provide a starting point, The Care Guide has issued its Top Ten Signs indicating that a senior may require housing assistance.
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What To Look For When Choosing a Retirement Residence in Ontario
To find out if a residence suits your needs and preferences you need to personally visit it, if possible, more than once. Call ahead to the residences that interest you to schedule a tour. If you visited during the day, visit a second time in the evening.
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