One of the operating principles of the Alzheimer Society of Calgary is to be accountable and responsible. We are committed to efficient practices and to the effective, sustainable stewardship of all assets entrusted to us. This commitment is demonstrated in the accessibility of our day-to-day operational information and by the professional company we keep.
As a charitable organization we comply with all municipal, provincial and federal laws that govern our conduct and practices. The Alzheimer Society of Calgary is an accredited adherent of Imagine Canada's Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code.
| Our most recent Audited Financial Statements | Affiliated Professional Codes of Ethics |
| Our Annual Report | Volunteer Acceptance |
| Staff Accreditation |
Review our Audited Financial Statements (PDF 1.04 MB)
Read our Annual Report (PDF 1.87 MB)
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Staff Accreditation
- In addition to the diverse skill set of our staff, many staff members have completed dementia care awareness and skill-building programs and several are further qualified as Best Friends™ Associate Trainers
- All staff must read and sign a Confidentiality Agreement
- All staff require a Police Security Clearance
Club 36 Staff have these additional accreditations:
- Certified Personal Care Attendants, Licensed Practical Nurses or Recreation Therapists
- 100% First Aid Certification
- Qualified instructors of older adult fitness classes
Club 36 follows the standards and guidelines developed for Day Programs by Alberta Health Servies, Calgary Zone. The Director of Dementia Care Programs is a member of the Adult Day Program Managers Association of Alberta.
Affiliated Professional Codes of Ethics
Members of our staff are often members of other professional organizations with additional ethical and accountability standards including:
- Association of Fundraising Professionals
- International Association of Business Communicators
- Alberta College of Social Workers
- College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta
- Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association
Volunteer Acceptance
- All prospective volunteers are interviewed by the Alzheimer Society of Calgary Community Relations Coordinator
- Some positions require a Police Security Clearance
- Volunteers must read and sign a Confidentiality Agreement
- Some positions require reference checks
- To ensure volunteers have the skills and knowledge necessary to perform their role(s) effectively the Alzheimer Society of Calgary provides training for most volunteer positions.