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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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Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities : fact sheet

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This resource provides an overview of the Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities, what it does and how it helps Albertans. The Advocate works with Albertans to help navigate and... More ≫

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This resource provides an overview of the Office of the Advocate for Persons with Disabilities, what it does and how it helps Albertans. The Advocate works with Albertans to help navigate and access disability programs and services. The office provides support to children, youth, adults, and seniors.

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Loi sur la santé mentale : renseignements sur les commissions d'examen de la sante mentale

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Review panels review applications from people under the Mental Health Act, including formal patients and people subject to a community treatment order. Review panels give you an opportunity to... More ≫

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Review panels review applications from people under the Mental Health Act, including formal patients and people subject to a community treatment order. Review panels give you an opportunity to have a physician or nurse practitioner’s opinion about your mental health reviewed by people who are not involved in your care. Each review panel includes a lawyer, a psychiatrist and a member of the public.

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Loi sur la santé mentale : renseignements à l’intention des patients en cure obligatoire

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A formal patient is someone who is held at a hospital or health centre under the Mental Health Act under the authority of two admission certificates or two renewal certificates. If you are a... More ≫

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A formal patient is someone who is held at a hospital or health centre under the Mental Health Act under the authority of two admission certificates or two renewal certificates. If you are a formal patient, this document contains information about your legal rights, answers to common questions and other resources.

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Loi sur la santé mentale : renseignements à l’intention des personnes assujetties à une ordonnance de traitement en milieu communautaire

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Explains community treatment orders, which are issued under the Mental Health Act to assist an individual in complying with treatment and care while living in the community, instead of being... More ≫

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Explains community treatment orders, which are issued under the Mental Health Act to assist an individual in complying with treatment and care while living in the community, instead of being detained at a hospital. A team of health care providers determines what to include in a community treatment order care plan, such as medications that need to be taken regularly and appointments with care providers.

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Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) specialized services : information for parents

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Presents information for parents about specialized services available through Family Support for Children with Disabilities for children with severe disabilities.

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What to expect : Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)

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This document lets potential applicants to the Family Support for Children with Disabilities program know what to expect if they are planning to apply.

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Advance planning : making sure your wishes are known

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Fact sheet from the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee explaining how Albertans can plan their wishes using personal directives, an enduring power of attorney and a will.

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Adult guardianship : Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act (AGTA)

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Fact sheet that details and gives a general overview of adult guardianship.

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