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About the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT)

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Fact sheet that explains what the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee is and what it does.

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Persons with Developmental Disabilities Family Managed Services (FMS) : FMS administrator guide for financial record-keeping

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The purpose of this guide and accompanying fact sheet is to help Family Managed Services (FMS) administrators create, gather and keep the right documents and records to show they have met the... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide and accompanying fact sheet is to help Family Managed Services (FMS) administrators create, gather and keep the right documents and records to show they have met the terms of their PDD-FMS agreement, and that supports and services were received and paid for as intended.

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Family Support for Children with Disabilities : family guide for financial record-keeping

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The purpose of this guide and the accompanying fact sheet is to help families create, gather and keep the right documents and records to show that Family Support for Children with Disabilities... More ≫

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The purpose of this guide and the accompanying fact sheet is to help families create, gather and keep the right documents and records to show that Family Support for Children with Disabilities supports and services were received and paid for as intended. This is important as families are required by legislation to keep this information and provide it if requested.

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Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate : mandatory reviews into child deaths

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The... More ≫

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Contains the responses of the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services to recommendations from the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for mandatory reviews into child deaths. The Child and Youth Advocate Act provides the Advocate with the authority to conduct investigative reviews. The Advocate may investigate systemic issues arising from the death of a child who was receiving child intervention services within two years of their death. The Act requires each ministry to respond publicly within 75 days of the release of a report.

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Co-decision-making : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act [2022]

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This information sheet explains co-decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. If an adult's ability to make personal decisions is impaired but they can make decisions with... More ≫

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This information sheet explains co-decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. If an adult's ability to make personal decisions is impaired but they can make decisions with good support, co-decision-making may be an option. The adult who needs support doesn't lose authority to make their own decisions. They share that authority with their co-decision-maker.

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Supported decision-making : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act [2022]

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This information sheet explains supported decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Supported decision-making gives someone authority to access your personal information... More ≫

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This information sheet explains supported decision-making under the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act. Supported decision-making gives someone authority to access your personal information and help you make and communicate your decisions. This is for adults who have the capacity to make their own personal decisions but would like to have someone they trust help them in the decision-making process. This would be helpful for capable people who face complex decisions, people whose first language is not English, and people with mild disabilities.

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Provincial Parent Advisory Committee, Family Support for Children with Disabilities annual report

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Annual reports of the Family Support for Children with Disabilities Provincial Parent Advisory Committee.The committee provides input and feedback on policies, procedures and services as they... More ≫

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Annual reports of the Family Support for Children with Disabilities Provincial Parent Advisory Committee.The committee provides input and feedback on policies, procedures and services as they affect families of children with disabilities to ensure legislation continues to have a positive impact on families and their children. The Advisory Committee also provides systemic advocacy for families of children with disabilities and assists in the development of strategies to increase public awareness on the challenges and opportunities faced by families of children with disabilities.

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The CNIB Foundation Specialized Technical Equipment Program : program manual

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The Specialized Technical Equipment Program (STEP) provides consumer products and assistive technology to Albertans who are blind, partially sighted and deafblind. This equipment is necessary in... More ≫

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The Specialized Technical Equipment Program (STEP) provides consumer products and assistive technology to Albertans who are blind, partially sighted and deafblind. This equipment is necessary in maintaining one's independence at home and within their community. Eligible equipment is identified in the STEP Approved Product List.

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Advocate for Persons with Disabilities strategic plan

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The Advocate for Persons with Disabilities represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of persons with disabilities. The strategic plan serves as the basis for key actions the Advocate and the... More ≫

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The Advocate for Persons with Disabilities represents the rights, interests and viewpoints of persons with disabilities. The strategic plan serves as the basis for key actions the Advocate and the Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities will undertake to champion and support the inclusion of persons with disabilities in Alberta’s social and economic fabric.

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Staying safe and healthy in your home : general home safety tips

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This tip sheet provides information and guidance to help individuals with disabilities and their families understand and plan for general safety in their home. Includes a plain-language version.

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