2008 News Releases & Announcements

August 2008 News Releases & Announcements

Aug 22
Link to external website What will you need as a senior? Online survey closes August 31
Aug 15
Link to external website Recognize Albertans who make a difference for people with developmental disabilities

July 2008 News Releases & Announcements

July 31
Link to external website Accommodation fees adjusted to meet increasing operating costs in long-term care facilities
July 29
Link to external website Seniors’ lodges receive $2.2 million funding boost
July 21
Link to external website AISH clients can earn more while still receiving financial assistance
July 15
Link to external website New online resource a helpful tool for Albertans selecting a supportive living facility
July 14
Link to external website New online survey asks: What will you need as a senior?
July 9
Link to external website New chair and deputy chair appointed to Premier’s Council on disabilities

June 2008 News Releases & Announcements

June 24
Link to external website Province adjusts income exemption and thresholds for Alberta Seniors Benefit program
June 20
Link to external website Three members appointed to Persons with Developmental Disabilities Northwest Community Board
June 20
Link to external website Westlock resident appointed to Persons with Developmental Disabilities Northeast Community Board
June 20
Link to external website Red Deer resident appointed to Persons with Developmental Disabilities Central Community Board
June 20
Link to external website Two Calgarians appointed to Persons with Developmental Disabilities Calgary Community Board
June 20
Link to external website Lethbridge resident appointed to Persons with Developmental Disabilities South Community Board
June 11
Link to external website Enhanced Personal Directives Act takes effect on June 30
June 4
Link to external website Albertans honoured for outstanding volunteer service to seniors
June 2
Link to external website New legislation to better protect Albertans unable to make decisions for themselves

May 2008 News Releases & Announcements

May 30
Link to external website You can help prevent brain injuries
May 30
Link to external website New awareness materials help Alberta seniors avoid financial abuse
May 29
Link to external website Alberta prepares for an aging population
May 16
Link to external website Banff residents nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website Calgarians nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website Coaldale, Lethbridge, Nanton, Redcliff and Warner residents nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website East central Albertans nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website Edmonton, Leduc and Sherwood Park residents nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website Northeast Albertans nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website Northwest Albertans nominated for service to seniors
May 16
Link to external website West central Albertans nominated for service to seniors
May 9
Link to external website Falher, Grande Prairie, High Prairie and Peace River residents recognized for improving communities for people with developmental disabilities
May 9
Link to external website Celebrate Alberta’s seniors and their contributions to the province

April 2008 News Releases & Announcements

Apr 25
Link to external website Government funds will help keep Red Deer Meals on Wheels rolling

February 2008 News Releases & Announcements

Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help upgrade supportive living units in Viking
Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help upgrade supportive living facility in Nanton
Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help upgrade supportive living units in Lethbridge
Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help upgrade supportive living units in Banff
Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help create supportive living units in Wetaskiwin
Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help create supportive living units in Lac La Biche
Feb 1
Link to external website Province to help create supportive living units in Athabasca

January 2008 News Releases & Announcements

Jan 31
Link to external website Government increases AISH rates and supports employment
Jan 30
Link to external website New provincial funding keeps meals on wheels
Jan 14
Link to external website Government creates more than 400 affordable supportive living spaces

A complete listing of Government of Alberta news releases and announcements can be found at the Alberta Communications Network.

Contact us for more information: seniors.communications@gov.ab.ca