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Criminal record checks fact sheet

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This resource was developed by the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program to help parents and guardians understand the importance of criminal record checks when hiring staff to support a... More ≫

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This resource was developed by the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program to help parents and guardians understand the importance of criminal record checks when hiring staff to support a family member with developmental disabilities.

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Abuse prevention and reporting fact sheet

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This information sheet describes the abuse prevention and response protocol developed by the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program. The protocol is intended both to prevent abuse and to... More ≫

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This information sheet describes the abuse prevention and response protocol developed by the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program. The protocol is intended both to prevent abuse and to ensure an appropriate response to any form of maltreatment that might occur toward an individual supported by the PDD program.

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Persons with developmental disabilities community conversation : from Genia Leskiw, MLA for Bonnyville-Cold Lake to the Minister of Seniors and Community Supports

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PDD is making changes to the program in response to the recommendations that came out of the 2011 administrative review. The goal is to improve the program so that it achieves excellent results... More ≫

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PDD is making changes to the program in response to the recommendations that came out of the 2011 administrative review. The goal is to improve the program so that it achieves excellent results for the people it supports, operates the same way across the province, and uses its funding as efficiently as possible. This is a summary of the key themes and ideas presented at all six focus group sessions held in June 2011.

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A community conversation about the future : a discussion guide for service providers and families, June 2011

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Discussion Guide used at focus groups in June [2011].

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What we heard : increasing flexibility for families, summary of 2009-2010 family managed services stakeholder consultations

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The Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program engaged consultants to conduct consultations with adults with developmental disabilities, PDD community board staff and stakeholders of... More ≫

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The Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program engaged consultants to conduct consultations with adults with developmental disabilities, PDD community board staff and stakeholders of the Family Managed Services program. Stakeholders were asked to provide feedback regarding their perspective on what is working well in FMS, what is not working, and what they would like to see changed. The consultations revealed four broad areas for change: the Family Managed Services Agreement (FMSA), funding, resources and supports for families, and communication.

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What we heard about increasing flexibility in the PDD contracting process : summary report

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In the spring of 2010, PDD Community Boards held engagement sessions in their regions to obtain input from service providers and individuals and families on how to increase flexibility in the... More ≫

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In the spring of 2010, PDD Community Boards held engagement sessions in their regions to obtain input from service providers and individuals and families on how to increase flexibility in the contracting process between PDD Community Boards and their contracted agencies. This report provides a summary of what we heard from engagement participants.

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PDD administrative review : fact sheet

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Summarizes information about the review of the administration of the PDD program.

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Caring now and for the future : Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program

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Six Priority Actions have been identified to make the PDD program more effective and efficient in supporting Albertans with developmental disabilities. The Priority Actions will help the program... More ≫

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Six Priority Actions have been identified to make the PDD program more effective and efficient in supporting Albertans with developmental disabilities. The Priority Actions will help the program be more responsive to individual needs and focus on achieving positive outcomes for the people it supports.

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Improving AiSH : explaining the changes to AiSH

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In February 2005, the MLA AISH Review Committee made eleven recommendations to improve and renew the AISH program. In April 2005, the Government of Alberta accepted the recommendations and... More ≫

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In February 2005, the MLA AISH Review Committee made eleven recommendations to improve and renew the AISH program. In April 2005, the Government of Alberta accepted the recommendations and immediately increased the maximum monthly living allowance and employment income exemptions.

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Renewing AISH : explaining the changes to AISH

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Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) program provides financial and health-related assistance to eligible adults with a disability. The disability must be permanent and substantially... More ≫

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Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) program provides financial and health-related assistance to eligible adults with a disability. The disability must be permanent and substantially limit the person’s ability to earn a living. AISH clients may also be eligible to receive supplemental assistance (a child benefit and personal benefits) through the AISH program.

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