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Frequently asked questions for professionals : applying for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD)

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This document is a guide for professionals who may be talking to clients about the Persons with Developmental Disabilities program.

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What to expect : Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD)

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This document lets potential applicants to the Persons with Developmental Disabilities program know what to expect if they are planning to apply.

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Interim Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) policies

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This set of interim policies makes temporary changes to existing Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) policies during the public health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, to help... More ≫

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This set of interim policies makes temporary changes to existing Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) policies during the public health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, to help ensure clients are able to access the services they need during this time.

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What we're hearing : PDD review panel

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Brief overviews of the results of engagement sessions for the Persons with Developmental Disabilities review. Each report includes information on the number of participants and key themes or... More ≫

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Brief overviews of the results of engagement sessions for the Persons with Developmental Disabilities review. Each report includes information on the number of participants and key themes or issues heard by the appointed review panel during each session.

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Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program : Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol (APRP)

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The Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol is a policy framework that identifies proactive strategies for preventing abuse and procedures to follow when responding to allegations of abuse,... More ≫

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The Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol is a policy framework that identifies proactive strategies for preventing abuse and procedures to follow when responding to allegations of abuse, including addressing the immediate safety and security needs of the individual. Adherence to the protocol is mandatory for all PDD-funded stakeholders, including community service providers and administrators of Family Managed Services (FMS), as well as services directly run and operated by Persons with Developmental Disabilities program.

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Open letter from the Minister of Human Services to Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) service providers

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Describes work being done by the ministry of Human Services to promote service quality to persons with developmental disabilities, support informed choice for Albertans, and increase consistency,... More ≫

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Describes work being done by the ministry of Human Services to promote service quality to persons with developmental disabilities, support informed choice for Albertans, and increase consistency, transparency and accountability in the ministry's contracting processes.

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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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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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