Home and community care:

• is publicly funded personal and healthcare services for clients of all ages living in a private residence or other setting, such as suites in a retirement residence or lodge.
• assists people to remain well, safe and independent in their home for long as possible.
• philosophy promotes client independence, and supplements care and supports provided by families and community services.

Who Provides Care in Home & Community Care?

• AHS provides healthcare services or contracts other healthcare providers to provide care
• Healthcare services are provided by a team of skilled individuals who support the client to continue living in the community
• Depending on your needs, your care team may include a nurse, social worker, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, to name a few
• The client and family are active partners of the care team

Home and community care does not provide all services a client may need but can help clients to navigate to other supports provided in your community. A case manager works directly with the client and is responsible for assessing the client’s needs and ensuring the overall coordination of care and services.