Budget 2013 supports vulnerable Albertans, including children at risk, adults with disabilities and the homeless. Operational funding for the Ministry of Human Services will be nearly $4.3 billion in 2013-14.
The Michener North and South site facilities will close in 2014. The Michener group homes will remain open. Over the next several months, PDD Central will work closely with the individuals living at Michener, their families, guardians, and staff to plan their transition into the community.
This webpage will be updated throughout the year with information about the Michener transition and the progress of our planning for new homes for the individuals who currently live at Michener.
The Ministry of Human Services is part of Premier Redford’s strategy to take action on Albertans’ priorities.
Human Services is responsible for the following programs and services:
Premier Redford announced today the appointment of 84 community, business and agency leaders to the Premier’s Council on Alberta’s Promise. The appointments are in effect until March 31, 2016.
Fourteen early learning and child care professionals who excel in their work with children and families are recipients of this year’s Awards of Excellence.
Children who witness violence in the home or the loss of a parent due to family violence can be profoundly affected. Because of this, the proposed Children First Act would create a Family Violence Death Review Committee to identify risk factors and patterns.
The Alberta government is increasing support and protection for children in Alberta with the Children First Act.
