Children's Disability Services in Alberta
Programs and services available for children with disabilities in Alberta, including autism funding, therapy programs, respite care, and family support.
Programs
Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)
Individualized support services (not monthly cash payments)Alberta's program supporting families caring for children with disabilities. Not diagnosis-based but needs-based for each individual family and child. An Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) is created with an assigned worker. Covers autism therapy, respite, child care, school support, and counseling. Enhanced Family Support available for higher-needs children. NOTE: Families moving FROM Ontario TO Alberta for better autism supports is a documented trend. Significant waitlists exist.
Eligibility: Child must be under 18, an Alberta resident, and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Assessment is needs-based, not diagnosis-based.
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 websiteOrganizations Serving Children (24)
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Aboriginal Housing Society
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Lethbridge, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Accessible Housing
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Calgary, Alberta. Offers housing, residential support.
Accessible Housing Society
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 106682032RR0001
Blessing Home Care and Group Home Ltd.
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Edmonton, Alberta. Provides housing, residential support.
C.A.R.E. (CREATING ACCESSIBLE RESIDENTIAL ENVIRONMENTS) HOUSING SOCIETY
Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 136650769RR0001
CARE Housing Society
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Edmonton, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.
Child Development Dayhomes
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Edmonton, Alberta. Offers housing, residential support.
Child Development Dayhomes
Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Fort Mcmurray, Alberta. Offers housing, residential support.
Community Living Alternatives Services
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Calgary, Alberta. Provides residential support, community inclusion, employment support.
Core Assn Group Home 4th
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Provides housing, residential support.
Creative Community Living Activities (a Division of Calgary Alternative Support Services)
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Calgary, Alberta. Provides residential support, community inclusion, employment support.
Easter Seals McQueen Home
Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by ALS in Edmonton, Alberta. Provides housing, residential support.