Publications

Disability Related Employment Supports (DRES) fact sheet

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This program provides assistance to Albertans in addressing the barriers to education and employment created by their disability.

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Procurement Advisory Table update

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Updates from Agency and Alberta Human Services Procurement Advisory Table (PAT). PAT was established in October 2015 to support the design and implementation of 21st-century contracting and... More ≫

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Updates from Agency and Alberta Human Services Procurement Advisory Table (PAT). PAT was established in October 2015 to support the design and implementation of 21st-century contracting and granting strategies that provide outstanding services for children, youth, families, and individuals across Alberta.

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Personal directives : choosing now for the future [2016]

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A personal directive is a legal document you write in case you cannot make your own personal decisions in the future. This brochure describes how to write a personal directive and instruct someone... More ≫

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A personal directive is a legal document you write in case you cannot make your own personal decisions in the future. This brochure describes how to write a personal directive and instruct someone you trust to make decisions for you.

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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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AiSH : Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped [2014 infosheets]

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AISH provides financial and health benefits to eligible Albertans with a disability.

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Information sharing decision tree

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This decision tree helps government and service providers understand when it is appropriate to disclose an Albertan's personal or health information based on their authority under the Health... More ≫

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This decision tree helps government and service providers understand when it is appropriate to disclose an Albertan's personal or health information based on their authority under the Health Information Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Personal Information Protection Act and Children First Act. It complements the Guide to Information Sharing under the Children First Act.

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The Service Dogs Act [fact sheet]

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The Service Dogs Act includes fines for violations, which range from $300 for falsely using a service dog to $3,000 for discriminating against a service dog team.

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What should I do if I meet a service dog team?

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The Service Dogs Act complements the Blind Persons’ Rights Act by providing Albertans with disabilities who use qualified service dogs the right of access to public places. Individuals with... More ≫

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The Service Dogs Act complements the Blind Persons’ Rights Act by providing Albertans with disabilities who use qualified service dogs the right of access to public places. Individuals with disabilities who are accompanied by qualified service dogs must be allowed access to any location where the general public is allowed.

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Transition planning : supporting youth with disabilities in transitioning to adulthood

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Presents information about transition planning, transition plan, involved stakeholders and the role of parents and guardians in transition from childhood to adulthood.

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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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