What It Means to Be Trauma-Informed?
Alberta Health Services
This resource offers a foundational understanding of trauma-informed practice tailored for staff working across health and community services. It highlights the importance of recognising how trauma affects individuals and communities, and how this awareness shapes the way we interact and provide care.
Key principles outlined include creating safe, transparent, and supportive environments that prioritise trust, choice, collaboration, and cultural humility. The resource encourages fostering empathy and reducing the risk of re-traumatization.
By integrating these practices, staff can better support healing and resilience, promoting positive outcomes for those we serve. This document serves as a practical guide to embedding trauma-informed values into everyday work.