Alberta Health

Alberta health union launches campaign against ‘threats’ posed by UCP

One of the province’s largest health care unions is wading into the political arena by launching a media campaign to counter “threats” to public health care posed by the potential election of the United Conservative Party next … READ MORE

Province hiring its first advocate for people with disabilities

‘This doesn’t answer all of the issues, but it’s definitely a start.’ Minister of Community and Social Services Irfan Sabir is overseeing the creation of a new office that will advocate for people with … READ MORE

Eligibility and application for AADL benefits

Learn about eligibility requirements for Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) and how to apply for and access benefits. Cost sharing of benefits The Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) program helps Albertans with a long-term … READ MORE

Alberta spends $2.4M an hour on health care — how do we reduce spending?

In the coming year, the Alberta government will spend about $22 billion on health care. That’s almost 40 per cent of the provincial government’s total budget. Foothills Medical Centre, Alberta Health Services By Brooks … READ MORE

From para-athlete to advocate: Tony Flores is Alberta’s new disability advocate

‘The role is simply a voice for our community’ Tony Flores has been named the province’s first Advocate for Persons with Disabilities. He competed for years in Para-Nordic skiing. Tony Flores supplied photo CBC News … READ MORE

We’re really getting left behind: AISH recipient laments lack of new funding

Benefit payments for disabled Albertans stagnate as province’s minimum wage continues to rise. A stormy view of the Alberta legislature, as AISH recipients call for increased benefits. CBC News By Alicia Asquith, CBC News … READ MORE

Disabled Albertans ignored, says Edmonton mother

“People with disabilities have become an afterthought.” Leah McRorie, a mother of two adult children with disabilities, is calling on the Notley government to deliver on its promise to review the Program for Persons with … READ MORE

Bearspaw boy struggles toward recovery, years after being choked by lanyard

It’s a looming five-year anniversary Kamila Kitzul is loath to ponder. On Dec. 12, 2012, her eight-year-old son Nicholas donned a hall pass dangling from a non-breakaway lanyard for a trip to the boys’ washroom at Bearspaw School, … READ MORE

Alberta doctors highest paid in Canada

A new report shows the number of doctors in Alberta is growing and so too is the cost. Rockyview Hospital expansion project 2005 to 2011, Calgary AB. Stantec and CANA By Slav Kornik, Global News September 28, 2017 Numbers from the … READ MORE

Alberta Health Services signs massive new technology deal

The Alberta Health Services board has approved a $459-million deal with a U.S. technology giant to equip the health authority with an advanced clinical information system. Dr. Verna Yiu, president and CEO of Alberta Health Services. … READ MORE

Alberta’s health system needs overhaul, auditor general says

Auditor general Merwan Saher wants the health-care system to make a ‘quantum leap’. Patients’ health information should flow to all of that person’s care providers, auditor general Merwan Saher says in his … READ MORE

Mark Pickup challenged AADL policy to get a replacement power chair

Mark Pickup is a gifted writer who chooses words thoughtfully, methodically and philosophically. So it’s no big surprise to hear the phrase he used to describe his experience last week. I have been disabled with aggressive multiple … READ MORE

Aids to Daily Living program could be outsourced to Alberta Blue Cross: AUPE

The province’s largest public sector union has some concerns about an anticipated move by the government to outsource the Aids to Daily Living program. Alberta Aids to Daily Living, AADL helps Albertans with a long-term disability, … READ MORE

Relieve pain of osteoarthritis with a custom knee brace

OA is the leading cause of Total Knee Replacements and affects a third of people aged 65 and older. The incidence rate of this degenerative disease with no cure is growing. OssKin Evoke Top 2 custom knee braces we recommend to … READ MORE

$54.5M gift creates a brighter future for children and women

Largest single donation to the University of Alberta means better health outcomes. The sound of footsteps ascending the stairs heralds six-year-old triplets David, Ryan and Liam Ennis. They spill into the living room laughing and … READ MORE

Community and Social Services contacts, including AISH and PDD

Health Benefits, Eligible individuals and families with limited incomes can access free health benefits through several government programs. See locations in Alberta Works and Alberta Supports Centres Adults who leave income support … READ MORE

Seniors programs and services guide 2015–2016

Published by Alberta Seniors September 2015 For more information about seniors programs and services, please call: Alberta Supports Contact Centre Toll‐free anywhere in Alberta: 1-877-644-9992 Seniors programs and services … READ MORE

Health benefits: Coverage, access and service

Health benefits coverage with public health and private insurance plans Save with your public health benefits coverage. Braceworks is an approved provider with Alberta Aids to Daily Living AADL Work Safe BC BC Pharmacare Manitoba … READ MORE

Maximum Healthcare and Mobility in Calgary

Braceworks recommends Maximum Healthcare and Mobility in Calgary, an AADL Approved Wheelchair Provider, for exceptional customer support and service for all your home health care product needs, including wheelchairs. Note that AADL … READ MORE

IDEAS Calgary

The IDEAS group was formed as a means of providing multi-disciplinary services to children and their families. Of the eight people who started IDEAS in August 1992, Karen McIntosh remains as the director. New associates have been … READ MORE

Cause and Effect Foundation in Calgary

Cause and Effect Foundation is an Early Intervention Program committed to delivering individualized programming to each child within their natural environments including preschool, home, and community. Programs and services promote … READ MORE

Children’s Link Society

Staffed by parents that have been there, The Children’s Link Society is Calgary’s first and only special needs connection. Whether newly diagnosed or struggling through critical life events, our service connects parents with the … READ MORE

Alberta seniors programs and services guide 2014–2015

Published by Alberta Health, July 2014 Alberta Supports Contact Centre Toll-free anywhere in Alberta: 1-877-644-9992 Edmonton: 780-644-9992 See Health services – page 20 Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan – page 20 … READ MORE

Approved orthotic service providers in Calgary

Orthotics required for daily use for a minimum of six months are a cost-shared benefit with Alberta Aids to Daily Living, AADL. Clients pay 25% of the cost of all benefits covered under AADL, up to a maximum of $500 per family per … READ MORE

Refresh your brace with new straps

Pop a rivet? Blow a strap? Drop-in service for minor repairs while you wait. Drop off your used devices for recycling. Please call ahead. Braceworks is located in Calgary, Alberta Canada ☞ See map below Amy Lisbeth photo Have … READ MORE

Apply for AADL benefits

Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) helps Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic or terminal illness to pay for basic medical equipment and supplies. Services and information Approved vendors list Authorizers and vendors Find … READ MORE

AADL Authorizer and vendor information

Prosthetic and Orthotic Device Validation Certificate The AADL Prosthetic and Orthotic Device Validation Certificate, PDF, has been revised based on collaboration with the Alberta Association of Orthotists and Prosthetists (AAOP). … READ MORE

AADL program information

Cost sharing of benefits The Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) program helps Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness or terminal illness to maintain their independence at home, in lodges or group homes by providing … READ MORE

Quantity and Frequency Review request forms

Download Quantity and Frequency Review request forms QFR Appeal to Director QFR Checklist QFR Request form Contact AADL Source Government of Alberta Updated 30 April 2019 Get Adobe Acrobat … READ MORE

PaceKids

Pacekids is a dynamic, active environment, specializing in family-centred, therapeutic learning objectives that nurture each child’s unique developmental and physical needs through a variety of programs. Our personalized, tailored … READ MORE

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