Long Term Needs

Self Managed Care

Self Managed Care is an “Alberta Health Services funding model intended for Clients who wish to take direct responsibility for their care arrangements and for Clients with a Legal Representative(s) who, on behalf of Client, wish to take direct responsibility for a Client’s care arrangements”. In this model, clients or their representatives will be required to set up a separate banking account used only for the purpose of receiving funding from AHS and disbursing the funds to pay for client services, according to the needs assessed. To access this service, contact your local Community Care for more information, assessment for Self Managed Care eligibility and to determine your specific needs.The Community Care access number is 1-855-371-4122 (select the option for North Zone when prompted) and they will direct you to your nearest Community Health Provider. You may refer yourself or someone else (with their consent).