Bridging the Gap Between Home Care and Supportive Living in Alberta

Explore Alberta’s supportive living options tailored to seniors’ changing needs. From SL1 to Long-Term Care, Delight Home Care ensures smooth transitions and personal support every step of the way.

Introduction

As seniors age, their health and daily needs often increase, making it difficult for them to continue living independently at home. In Alberta, a wide range of supportive living options are available for seniors who need more help than what home care services can provide. These include group homes, senior lodges, assisted living residences, and long-term care facilities.

🏘️ Types of Supportive Living in Alberta

Alberta offers supportive living solutions that vary in care level, cost, and services. Facilities may be public, private, or non-profit and must be licensed under the Supportive Living Accommodation Licensing Act. They may also be regulated by Continuing Care Health Service Standards if they provide health services.
🔗 Glossary of terms

Two common types include:

• Group Homes: House 4–10 individuals with support staff.
  
• Assisted Living Facilities: Accommodate 10 or more residents and provide a mix of services.
  

🏥 Levels of Supportive Living (SL1–SL4D)

Alberta Health Services (AHS) categorizes supportive living into four levels:

🏠 SL1: Private Residences & Independent Living

Ideal for seniors who are mostly independent but want access to optional services like meals or light housekeeping. These are privately run, and residents pay for accommodation and any extra services.

🏡 SL2: Senior Lodges

Designed for low- to moderate-income seniors. SL2 facilities offer private rooms, meals, and 24-hour non-medical staff. Costs are regulated, ensuring seniors retain at least $315 monthly for personal needs.
🔗 SL2 details

🧑‍⚕️ SL3, SL4 & SL4D: Designated Supportive Living

Available through AHS assessment, these levels support more complex medical needs:

• SL3: Scheduled care with support staff.
  
• SL4: Includes LPNs and unscheduled care.
  
• SL4D: Specialized dementia care.
  

🏨 Long-Term Care for High Needs

Seniors with unpredictable and complex medical conditions are placed in Long-Term Care facilities:

• 24/7 professional nursing care
  
• Most medical supplies and medications are covered by AHS
  
• Often resemble hospital environments

💰 Costs & Financial Assistance

Accommodation costs range from $1,601 to $1,950 per month for those not receiving financial support. Those eligible for the Alberta Seniors Benefit or AISH may have costs subsidized.
🔗 Accommodation Charges

📋 How to Access Supportive Living or Long-Term Care

A senior’s journey begins with an AHS case manager who assesses needs and helps select three preferred facilities. If none are available, AHS places the senior temporarily elsewhere while keeping them on a waitlist for their top choice. Declining temporary placement means seeking private care or returning home with paid support.

🤝 Delight’s Role in Smooth Transitions

Transitioning between care settings can be stressful. That’s where Delight Home Care steps in:

• Provides companionship during waitlist periods

Our goal is to ensure every senior feels safe, respected, and emotionally supported during each phase of their journey.

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