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FAQ Category: Respite & 24/7 Care
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What’s the difference between rotating shifts and live-in?
Rotating shifts consist of 8–12-hour blocks with continuous waking coverage; this model is best for high-activity environments or complex clinical…
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How do we access overnight respite beds?
Contact your zone’s Home & Community Care/Continuing Care Access line; a Case Manager reviews eligibility and books short-term facility-based respite…
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How do you protect health information during respite?
We document only what’s needed for safe care and share updates with consent, following Alberta’s privacy requirements and AHS IPC…
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What if we need pediatric respite?
Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) may fund respite and in-home or in-community supports for eligible families. Additionally, Assisted…
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