Kindersley Health Service Needs Assessment
A formal agreement has been signed between the Heartland Health Region and the Town of Kindersley engaging the services of Western Management Consultants to assess the every-day primary health care services and needs of Kindersley and area residents. Kindersley is a growing community. It has experienced steady population growth over the past five years, with this trend anticipated to continue in coming years. Ensuring adequate primary health care capacity for the people of this area is an important priority.
Putting patients first is a top priority for health system leaders and providers. A patient-focused primary health care system ensures timely access to appropriate care, with assistance to navigate services and supports for maintaining good health. Primary health care makes better use of a full range of health professionals, working to full scope of practice, with a physician as a key team member.
The Ministry of Health is supportive of health regions who engage communities directly to develop sustainable, patient-first delivery of health care services. Work on The Kindersley Needs Assessment began in early 2014. This work represents more than an engagement process, but is a partnership between the Heartland Health Region and one of its largest communities focused on improving the delivery of primary health care services in the Kindersley area.
Physicians, health care providers, patients and families will be engaged in the assessment of primary health care services, which will take place this fall. Focus Groups will be happening in early October. Dates will be confirmed in the very near future. A final report is expected in late fall 2014.
Western Management Consultants (WMC) is an independent, Alberta based consultancy established in 1975, and is well respected across Canada. WMC strives to assist clients in many areas, often focused to define and implement change.
For further information, please contact Mayor John Enns-Wind at 306-463-2675 or Greg Cummings, CEO Heartland Health Region at 306-882-4111.
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