Assisted Living Alberta

Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) delivers, coordinates and oversees home and community care and continuing care health services in Alberta, helping Albertans live safely and independently in the places they call home.

How can we help you?

Most people arrive here at one of three moments. Start with the one that sounds like you.

I want to learn about assisted living care options

Learn how care works in Alberta, the types of care and services available, planning ahead for care, and coverage and financial supports associated to care.

Learn More

I want to access care

Follow step-by-step guidance to get assessed and set up with the right care and supports.

Access care: step by step

Already receiving care? Learn about resources available while in care

Resources and supports while receiving care, including giving feedback, emergency preparedness, and what to do when your needs change.

Resources while in care

I am looking for...

Understanding assisted living in Alberta Rehabilitative / Restorative care

Getting care: step by step Home & community care

Planning ahead Information for health care professionals

Types of care & services Adult day programs

Coverage & financial support Continuing care homes

Resources while in care Palliative & end-of-life care

How to access care

OPTION 1

Through the ALA Access Centre

The ALA access centre answers your questions, walks you through the process, and connects you to the right help.

Call the ALA Access Centre

Get connected to a Case Manager

Your Case Manager assesses your needs

Access your Case Manager's recommendations

Access care: Step by step

OPTION 2

Already working with a health care provider?

Your family physician, nurse practitioner, care team or other health care provider can help you access continuing care and connect you with appropriate services.

Who ALA serves?

People with...

Individuals who require 24-hour supervision or nursing care
People transitioning from hospital to community or facility-based care

Individuals with long-term or progressive health conditions requiring ongoing supports

Post-acute recovery (for example, after surgery, illness, or injury)
Rehabilitation supports to regain independence
Palliative and end-of-life care

Older adults

people experiencing age-related health care changes and require additional support with their:

health
mobility, or
cognition

Children & youth...

home care, community care, or continuing care support  
post-acute, rehabilitation, or transitional care following hospitalization

developmental, physical, or cognitive disabilities.
acute, chronic, or complex medical conditions

palliative or end-of-life care

Explore available services
Learn about care options
Find programs in your community
Understand next steps

Information for...

What we do

About us

We work to improve care delivery across Alberta

Understanding assisted living in Alberta

ALA provides Albertans with the support they need through a comprehensive assisted living system.

Your care team

Learn who supports you in care journey. Find out what each role does and how to connect with the right person for your needs.

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