Care from the heart.
Life doesn't have to be perfect to be wonderful. You and your family deserve a helping hand for the harder times, so you can get the most from the great times.
support for your unique needs.
From respite care to recurring visits, Compassion Network nurses and caregivers offer a way to reduce stress and uplift those with mild to moderate dementia.
Our nursing team will work with you and your family to create an outcome-based approach to alleviate some of the negative effects associated with dementia. We'll ensure your individual needs are met, and strive to create a custom care plan that works great for you.
- Socialization & friendly visits
- Cognitive memory tests
- Cognition exercises
- Personal care & hygiene
- Home & laundry help
- Home and/or facility visits
questions
Do you provide transportation services?
Driving can become more difficult as we age. The loss of a driver's license has a big impact on one's dignity, freedom, and quality of life. Furthermore, the lack of transportation options tailored towards seniors and those with disabilities is an emerging barrier in our communities.
We recognize these challenges faced by our clients. Although we do not offer transportation services, we do, on a case-by-case basis, assist or accompany our clients with outings to social and recreational activities, medical appointments, and dining out. This a small part of our caregiving and companionship focused services as transportation is not our strong suit. Instead, we do our best to refer our clients to services that are dedicated to assisted transportation. Some examples include:
Edmonton Area - Drive Happiness
Calgary Area - Calgary Seniors' Resource Society
If you are looking for transportation services, we encourage you to check out the above resources.
Are you accredited?
We sure are! Compassion Network is accredited by Accreditation Canada since 2020. Accreditation Canada is an independent, non-profit organization that accredits health care organizations that meet their standards in quality, safety, and efficiency.
How do I reach you after hours?
We have 24/7 on-call service for urgent matters. To reach us after hours, call 1-877-432-1676 and press extension 3 for triaging. Please note that calls deemed non-urgent will be returned the next business day.
How do you pick a caregiver for companionship?
We ensure that all of our caregivers have the necessary training whether a Health Care Aide certificate or higher education. We base the choice on compatible personalities and skill level. All of our Health Care Aides are registered with the Alberta HCA directory.
What services are required for a nurse instead of a Health Care Aide?
LPN Nurses provide services such as
- Record vital signs
- Collect urine samples from patients
- Dress wounds
- Administer medications out of scope of a Health Care Aide (narcotics, Insulin, Intramuscular, Subcutaneous, Intravenous, PICC, etc.)
- Deliver health education programs
- Dialysis
- Foot Care (with additional certification)
Health Care Aides:
- Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing and other personal hygiene activities
- Assist with feeding patients
- Assist with bed transfers, lifting, turning and walking
- Assist with range of motion exercises
- Assist with simple wound care, respiratory equipment use or urinary care
- Report on patient condition to the nurse
- Assist patients to take their medications
- Communicate with patients
- Take and record vital signs
Do you direct bill through Blue Cross?
Yes! Compassion Network is an authorized provider for Alberta Blue Cross, including AHS' Client Directed Home Care program, and can direct bill for most services.
What type of cleaning service do you provide?
We provide general housekeeping services for senior living sites and full service cleaning services in the community.
"My Mom suffers dementia and we were looking for additional "companion care" for her in the nursing home. LOVELY! Reading, meal support, conversation & additional personal care! Super piece-of-mind for our family! THANK YOU!"
