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Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Program

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The PDD program funds programs and services with the goal of helping persons with developmental disabilities be part of their communities and to live independently. Services are provided to... More ≫

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The PDD program funds programs and services with the goal of helping persons with developmental disabilities be part of their communities and to live independently. Services are provided to support individuals in their home, work, and social environments based on their needs. These services enhance the already existing support of family, friends, and people in community.

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PDD Program change initiatives : project overview

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The Change Initiatives Project sets out standard guidelines for all regions to use when determining eligibility, assessing needs, and planning services, complete with timelines for each stage in... More ≫

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The Change Initiatives Project sets out standard guidelines for all regions to use when determining eligibility, assessing needs, and planning services, complete with timelines for each stage in the process.

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Is Family Managed Services (FMS) right for you? fact sheet

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This information sheet describes Family Managed Services agreements, which allow an individual with a developmental disability, their family, or a close friend, to directly hire staff and/or hire... More ≫

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This information sheet describes Family Managed Services agreements, which allow an individual with a developmental disability, their family, or a close friend, to directly hire staff and/or hire a service provider that has been approved by the Persons with Developmental Disabilities Program.

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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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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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