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By The Canadian Press

Alberta Seniors mark Home Care Report Card with High Marks

Sep 9, 2016 | 6:22 AM

EDMONTON –  Alberta seniors are giving home care in the province top grades.

A survey by the Health Quality Council of Alberta (HQCA)says the majority of those who responded rated personal care services as good, very good or excellent.

There were some slight geographical differences.

Clients in Calgary and Edmonton rated the quality of their home care at 7.9 out of 10 compared with 8.2 in smaller cities such as Red Deer, Grande Prairie and Lethbridge.

Seniors in rural areas were most satisfied at 8.4 out of 10.

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The HQCA conducted this survey in collaboration with Alberta Health in order to identify areas for improvement and highlight areas of success in home care.

The survey included feedback from seniors aged 65 and older who were receiving long term supportive and maintenance home care.  

Health council CEO Andrew Neuner says providers can be proud of the results, but he adds there is still work to be done.

The full report can be read on the HQCA website

by The Canadian Press

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