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Enregistrement de la directive personnelle [French]

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When you register your personal directive with the Government of Alberta, approved health care professionals can find out if you have a personal directive and the contact information for your... More ≫

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When you register your personal directive with the Government of Alberta, approved health care professionals can find out if you have a personal directive and the contact information for your agent, if needed. This way the people you trust can be contacted in an emergency.

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Guide to capacity assessment under the Personal Directives Act

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This guide provides general information about capacity assessments under the Personal Directives Act. The guide is intended for the public, people who write a personal directive, people who are... More ≫

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This guide provides general information about capacity assessments under the Personal Directives Act. The guide is intended for the public, people who write a personal directive, people who are named as decision makers in a personal directive, and those who may have a role in conducting capacity assessments (someone named to assess capacity in a personal directive, physicians and psychologists, and service providers).

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Abuse of persons with disabilities : information sheet

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This information sheet summarizes information about abuse of persons with disabilities.

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Viser le succès : enseigner aux élèves ayant un trouble déficitaire de l'attention avec ou sans hyperactivité, de la 1re à la 12e année

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Ce document comprend 8 chapitres: 1- Comprendre le TDA/H; 2- Créer un partenariat école-maison; 3- Comprendre les techniques de gestion du TDA/H; 4- Faire de la classe un milieu favorable; 5-... More ≫

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Ce document comprend 8 chapitres: 1- Comprendre le TDA/H; 2- Créer un partenariat école-maison; 3- Comprendre les techniques de gestion du TDA/H; 4- Faire de la classe un milieu favorable; 5- Choisir des stratégies d’enseignement; 6- Créer des liens et donner de l’espoir; 7- Le passage à l’autonomie; 8- Se tenir au courant .

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FASD 10-year strategic plan 2008

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The FASD 10-Year Strategic Plan provides an overview of the scope and impact of FASD on individuals and families in Alberta. It identifies a vision, mission statement, guiding principles and a... More ≫

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The FASD 10-Year Strategic Plan provides an overview of the scope and impact of FASD on individuals and families in Alberta. It identifies a vision, mission statement, guiding principles and a broad framework for the coordination, planning and delivery of FASD services across Alberta

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William Watson Lodge : Kananaskis country

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William Watson Lodge is situated in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, overlooking the Lower Kananaskis Lake. When Kananaskis Country was established in 1977, the Government of Alberta announced its... More ≫

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William Watson Lodge is situated in Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, overlooking the Lower Kananaskis Lake. When Kananaskis Country was established in 1977, the Government of Alberta announced its intention to develop selected areas within Kananaskis Country as multi-use recreation areas for all Albertans. William Watson Lodge was opened September 22, 1981 by then Premier Peter Lougheed and his wife Jeanne. Jeanne has been accredited with the idea of creating a facility for the disabled in Kananaskis Country. The Lodge has proved to be the most successful facility for persons with disabilities within the Alberta Parks system.

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Accommodating students with exceptional needs in charter schools

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Accommodating Students with Exceptional Needs in Charter Schools is intended to assist charter schools in providing accommodations for students with exceptional needs, while acknowledging the... More ≫

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Accommodating Students with Exceptional Needs in Charter Schools is intended to assist charter schools in providing accommodations for students with exceptional needs, while acknowledging the importance of the charter approved by the Minister, local autonomy, flexibility and choice.

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Information bulletin on the standards for special education, amended June 2004

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This Information Bulletin is intended to clarify the intent of some of the requirements contained in Standards for Special Education, Amended June 2004 (Standards) and to provide additional... More ≫

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This Information Bulletin is intended to clarify the intent of some of the requirements contained in Standards for Special Education, Amended June 2004 (Standards) and to provide additional information on those standards where there have been issues relating to their application at the jurisdiction level.

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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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