About Us

Founded under the Societies Act in 1981, the Alberta Continuing Care Association (ACCA) is a voluntary, non-profit organization representing owners and operators of continuing care (long term care and designated supportive living) facilities and home care and support organizations throughout the province of Alberta.

The Association's purpose is to advance and elevate the status of continuing care by promoting awareness of its needs and potential to government, labour and allied health services, and the community by recognizing the needs of Albertans and by providing a strong voice forum for all members.

Our members employ over 16,000 Albertans who deliver over 21 million hours of hands-on care annually to more than 46,000  seniors and younger disabled adults in Alberta's continuing care system. ACCA membership represents the only organization in Canada with an alliance of:

To be successful in the industry, the providers of continuing care services need to be aware of market trends and customer needs and choices.  The Association has a role in helping its members respond to these forces while developing a higher profile for this service industry in the province. 

Our Vision

To advocate and champion the best continuing care system in Canada. 

Our Mission

Enhancing quality of life for individuals receiving continuing care by assisting members in networking, advocacy, education and pursuit of best practices.

Our Values

• Support members in the pursuit of quality of care and service for Albertans
• Promote professionalism, sensitivity and empathy in all interactions
• Integrity in relationships and accountability in the use of public funds

ACCA's number one priority is to increase the quality of care for the Albertans in our members' care.  The Association is a credible voice for the industry and acts as an advocate for high standards and quality performance by its members.
 

2011 Key Strategic Directions

A.     Secure adequate and predictable resources for quality care
B.     Enhance relationships with government, Alberta Health Services and key stakeholders
C.     Advocate for meaningful and clear outcome

Other Strategic Priorities

• Engaging Membership
• Research
• Communication/Educating the Public
• Workforce
• Association Leadership

Partnership Development

ACCA will: 

• Collaborate with other health care services/organizations to advocate for a seamless continuum of care for Albertans
• Continue to remain a key stakeholder on the Continuing Care Workforce Planning Committee with Alberta Health and Wellness, Alberta Seniors & Community Supports, and Alberta Advanced Education and Technology
• Maintain links to Alberta Health and Wellness and Alberta Seniors and Community Supports

Voice at the Table

ACCA will continue to be a voice on the following committees and meet with respective ministers and officials:

• Continuing Care Collaborative Committee
• Canadian Alliance for Long Term Care
• Meet with government policy committees
• Meet with government regulatory and inspection agencies:

♦   Protection for Persons in Care

♦   Accommodation Standards and Licensing Unit

♦   Health and Wellness Compliance Unit

♦   Alberta Health Services Quality Compliance Unit

♦   Health Facilities Review Committee

♦   Health Quality Council of Alberta

• Meet with respective Ministers/Officials:

                     ♦   Alberta Health and Wellness

                     ♦   Alberta Health Services

                     ♦   Alberta Seniors and Community Supports

                     ♦   Alberta Employment and Immigration

                     ♦   Alberta Advanced Education and Technology

                     ♦   Alberta Education

                     ♦   Alberta Infrastructure

                     ♦   Individual MLA’s

                     ♦   Government caucus committees

                     ♦   Federal Government officials

                     ♦   Alberta Municipal Affairs