Adult Disability Services in Alberta
Income support, employment services, community living, and other programs for adults with disabilities in Alberta.
Programs
Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)
Up to $1,901/month (2025)Alberta's primary income support for adults with a permanent disability that severely limits their ability to earn a living. Includes health benefits for the recipient, spouse, and dependent children. CRITICAL: Alberta claws back the $200 CDB from AISH recipients dollar-for-dollar. Priority processing is available for terminal and palliative cases. Budget 2025 included $49 million in cuts to the AISH program, though the government claims no income loss due to CDB offset — advocates strongly dispute this.
Eligibility: Must be an Alberta resident aged 18+, have a permanent medical condition that severely limits ability to earn a living, and meet financial eligibility criteria including asset limits.
Official websiteAlberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP)
Proposed core benefit: up to $1,740/month (ADAP) vs $1,940/month (AISH post-launch)NEW program launching July 1, 2026, for people with severe disabilities who ARE able to work. Features the highest employment income exemption in Canada. A single combined application covers both AISH and ADAP. All existing AISH clients will transition to ADAP on July 1, 2026, and can request reassessment for AISH through December 31, 2027. Regulations expected Spring 2026.
Eligibility: Must be an Alberta resident with a severe disability who has the ability to work. Financial eligibility criteria apply. Single combined application with AISH.
Official websiteAlberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL)
Covers 75% of approved costs for most items; 100% for some itemsA provincial program that helps Albertans with a long-term disability, chronic illness, or terminal illness by covering a portion of the cost of basic medical equipment and supplies needed for daily living.
Eligibility: Must be an Alberta resident with a valid Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan number and have a long-term disability, chronic illness, or terminal illness requiring medical equipment.
Official websitePersons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD)
Varies based on assessed needs and service planAlberta's program for adults 18+ with a developmental disability diagnosed before age 18. Provides residential care, employment support, and community programs through a network of service providers like Entrust Disability Services. Application can begin at age 16 with services starting at age 18. Coordinated application process with AISH. Significant waitlists exist, and funding increases have been below population growth plus inflation rate (7.3%).
Eligibility: Must be an Alberta resident aged 18+ with a developmental disability that was diagnosed before age 18. Apply starting at age 16.
Official websiteOrganizations Serving Adults (15)
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Alberta Association Of The Deaf
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 131373318RR0001
Alberta Cultural Society Of The Deaf
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 891606048RR0001
Alberta Deaf & Hard Of Hearing Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 107009409RR0001
Alberta Deaf Sports Association
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 133713990RR0001
Alberta School for the Deaf
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in Edmonton, Alberta. Provides education, training.
Alberta Society of the Deaf Blind
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 830137287RR0001
Canadian Hard Of Hearing Association - Edmonton Branch
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 889909396RR0001
Canadian Hard of Hearing Association - Calgary
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 890497605RR0001
Connect Society - Deafness, Education, Advocacy & Family Services
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 106732092RR0001
Deaf & Hear Alberta
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in Calgary, Alberta. Provides support services, resources.
Edmonton Association Of The Deaf
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 892888959RR0001
Excel Society (The) - Deaf Support Services
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by hearing loss and deafness in Edmonton, Alberta. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.
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