References to continuing care (including home care, designated supportive living, long term care and hospice) may not reflect the updated language or terms found in the new Alberta Continuing Care Act effective April 1, 2024. Refer to the Continuing Care Glossary for definitions.
Effective July 31, scheduling visits with loved one(s) in continuing care sites is no longer required, as per the Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) .
Also effective July 31, visitation for continuing care and congregate living settings, inclusive of hospice, have returned to normal visitation processes, following CMOH Order 36-2021. We continue to respond to COVID-19 and are keeping key measures in place to protect Albertans, including those in high-risk settings like continuing care sites.
As a reminder, additional operational requirements remain in place for visitors including but not limited to:
Good public health practices, such as hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, and environmental cleaning will help to prevent the spread of germs.
Learn more about AHS Family Visitation.
