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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.

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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 (15)

Catholic Family Services Society of Grande Prairie

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.

Connect Society - Deafness, Education, Advocacy & Family Services

Registered Canadian charity providing disability-related services. CRA Registration: 106732092RR0001

Dynamite Respite & Community Services

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

FSCD Family Supports for Children with Disabilities

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Calgary, Alberta. Offers family support, parent resources.

Family Education Society

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.

Family Ties (1997) Association

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Lethbridge, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.

McMan Youth Family & Community Services Association

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Fort Mcmurray, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.

Metis Child & Family Services Society Of Alberta

Nonprofit organization providing disability support services in Edmonton, Alberta. Offers advocacy, support groups, resources.

Mom Next Door Respite Care

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

SOF Shining Star Respite Services

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

Senior Helpers 4u - Alzheimer’s, Dementia, Respite & Personal Care Edmonton

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

St. Albert Sturgeon Hospice Association

Provides emotional support to those 18+ affected by a life-limiting illness. Supports span the entire palliative journey — from diagnosis through death, grief, and bereavement. Includes resources, volunteer companionship, respite, education, and peer support groups.

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