Language

Google Translate Disclaimer

A number of pages on the Government of Saskatchewan's website have been professionally translated in French. These translations are identified by a yellow box in the right or left rail that resembles the link below. The home page for French-language content on this site can be found at:

Renseignements en Français

Where an official translation is not available, Google™ Translate can be used. Google™ Translate is a free online language translation service that can translate text and web pages into different languages. Translations are made available to increase access to Government of Saskatchewan content for populations whose first language is not English.

Software-based translations do not approach the fluency of a native speaker or possess the skill of a professional translator. The translation should not be considered exact, and may include incorrect or offensive language. The Government of Saskatchewan does not warrant the accuracy, reliability or timeliness of any information translated by this system. Some files or items cannot be translated, including graphs, photos and other file formats such as portable document formats (PDFs).

Any person or entities that rely on information obtained from the system does so at his or her own risk. Government of Saskatchewan is not responsible for any damage or issues that may possibly result from using translated website content. If you have any questions about Google™ Translate, please visit: Google™ Translate FAQs.

GOVERNMENT INVESTING IN CARE FOR VULNERABLE ADULTS

Released on December 19, 2012

The Province of Saskatchewan will provide an additional $3.3 million per year to Approved Private Service Homes and Mental Health Approved Homes that care for adults with intellectual disabilities and/or mental health issues.

"These homes provide a family atmosphere for vulnerable adults and enable them to be involved in their communities," Social Services Minister June Draude said. "Our government's continued investment in these homes and those who operate them is an important part of our commitment to improve quality of life for all Saskatchewan people, and to make this province the best place to live for people with disabilities. These are key goals in our Saskatchewan Plan for Growth, and today's announcement will help us achieve them."

With the $3.3 million investment, Level of Care rates in Approved Private Service Homes and Mental Health Approved Homes will increase by 15 per cent effective February 1, 2013.

"There is a substantial cost to providing good quality, sustainable care to meet the needs of Saskatchewan's most vulnerable citizens," Saskatchewan Approved Private Homes Inc. (SAPH) President Iris Miller Dennis said. "Minister Draude and her colleagues have listened to the needs of SAPH and our 400 Approved Private Service Home Providers, who share their family homes with more than 1,000 residents. On behalf of all of us, thank you."

Approved Private Service Homes and Mental Health Approved Homes are licensed private homes for people with intellectual disabilities and/or mental health issues. These homes make it possible for residents to enjoy family living in the community, and give them a chance to develop social, recreational and living skills to the extent they are able.

Between November 2007 and March 2012, the province increased Level of Care Rates in Approved Private Service Homes and Mental Health Approved Homes by 26.4 per cent. Today's announcement brings that increase to 41.4 per cent over the last five years.

-30-

For more information, contact:

Trish Alcorn
Social Services
Regina
Phone: 306-787-0916
Email: trish.alcorn@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-536-1479

We need your feedback to improve saskatchewan.ca. Help us improve