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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 website

Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL)

Covers 75% of approved costs for most items; 100% for some items

A 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 website

Organizations Serving Children (44)

Advance Occupational Therapy Service

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Provides therapy, treatment.

Barrhead Association For Community Living

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 118799360RR0001

Blessing Home Care and Group Home Ltd.

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Edmonton, Alberta. Provides housing, residential support.

Bridges Community Living

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 130636590RR0001

Calgary Community Living Society

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Calgary, Alberta. Provides advocacy, support groups, resources.

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.

Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 106830060RR0001

Developmental Disabilities Resource Foundation (Ddrf)

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 893605048RR0001

Dynamite Respite & Community Services

Nonprofit organization supporting individuals and families affected by intellectual disabilities in Calgary, Alberta. Provides respite care.

G R I T (Getting Ready For Inclusion Today) Calgary Society

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 899795652RR0001

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