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Protection for Vulnerable Adults
The Government of Alberta is committed to safeguarding vulnerable adults through the following programs and services:
Personal Directives
Personal Directives are legal documents that you can write in case something happens and you cannot make your own personal decisions in the future.
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Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship
On October 30, 2009 the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act came into force, replacing the Dependents Adult Act. This legislation better addresses the current needs of Albertans by providing more supportive decision making options and safeguards to protect vulnerable adults who are no longer able to make all of their own decisions.
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Protection for Persons in Care
The Protection for Persons in Care Act promotes the safety and well-being of adult Albertans who receive services from publicly funded agencies. These agencies must protect Albertans from abuse and maintain a reasonable level of safety. The Protection for Persons in Care program is part of Alberta Seniors and Community Supports.
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Fraud Awareness
In Alberta and across Canada, seniors are less likely to report themselves as victims of crime than younger age groups. Several resources and agencies are available to assist seniors, caregivers and others faced with a potential fraud situation.
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