Staff restrictions, lack of PPE endangering Albertans with disabilities
Help accessing personal protective equipment is on the way, says Alberta Health … READ MORE
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Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped, Alberta Human Services
Canadians with disabilities left with few alternatives amid COVID-19 shutdowns
Program cancellations, increased isolation among issues during pandemic. The Active … READ MORE
Injunction stops hundreds of young adults from losing benefits as they transition from care
Young mother challenged amendment set to take effect April 1. A.C. has been granted … READ MORE
It can be very taxing on families: New study reflects unmet needs of Canadian caregivers
1 in 4 Canadians provide care to a family member or friend – StatsCan report. … READ MORE
Youth Transitions to Adulthood Conference – May 6-7, 2020
Learn how to transition from youth to adulthood care successfully. University of … READ MORE
AISH recipients upset about lack of consultation on payment-date changes
Government says it did “informal” consultations about changes effective … READ MORE
People with severe disabilities feel ‘duped’ by Alberta government, AISH recipient says
‘It concerns me because the vulnerable community can become more … READ MORE
15th Annual Calgary Resource Fair for youth and young adults with disabilities
Family Supports for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) and the Calgary Resource Fair … READ MORE
Alberta disability program forum slammed as a delay tactic by opposition NDP
‘There are thousands of people whose lives are impacted by this stall.’ … READ MORE
CP Foundation launches new universal design “Accessibility is Beautiful” initiative
The Cerebral Palsy Foundation launched a new initiative on the Global Accessibility … READ MORE
Transitions: Helping kids make the leap to adult care
In healthcare, transition refers to planning for and making the move from child to … READ MORE
Alberta law to allow unwed parents to share financial burden of disabled adult children
The proposed legislation would allow parents to apply for financial support from … READ MORE
AISH, income support, seniors benefits indexed to cost of living under new bill
Increases to benefits for Albertans in need coming January 1, 2019. Premier Rachel … READ MORE
We now have a voice: Alberta appoints advocate for people with disabilities
The office, led by para-athlete Tony Flores, will officially open in mid-November. … READ MORE
Young people with chronic health conditions get help transferring to adult care
Provincial project team hopes to enrol 600 people aged 16 to 21 in trial program … READ MORE
Alberta’s Transition Navigator Trial, TNT
A randomized controlled trial evaluating a patient navigator service to improve the … READ MORE
Two-thirds of Albertans with developmental disabilities unemployed
The majority of Albertans with developmental disabilities are not employed, in part, … READ MORE
Alberta reforms AISH process, allows online applications
New forms for those with disabilities simplifies language to remove barriers. … READ MORE
‘I can’t continue to do this forever’: Families with children aging out of care seek answers
CBC Radio’s Crisis of Care panel brought together concerned families and a … READ MORE
Province hiring its first advocate for people with disabilities
‘This doesn’t answer all of the issues, but it’s definitely a … READ MORE
Fully-automated, accessible apartment building a first for Calgary
Inclusio opens doors to low-income Calgarians with limited mobility. After two years … READ MORE
AISH recipients slam changes, saying more is needed
Critics say auditor general report recommendations not fully considered. Calgary … READ MORE
Disabled Albertans with trust funds can qualify for AISH under new bill
Alberta last Canadian province to stop penalizing Albertans for having trusts set up … READ MORE
Walk like a penguin: Protecting older people in the winter
Unlike adults, kids are fearless on the ice which makes them less susceptible to … READ MORE
Will there be enough public health workers when baby boomers retire?
While there might be sufficient replacement staff, complications remain, according … READ MORE
In chronic disease care, family helpers are key, but feel left out
Physicians and policymakers should consider those family and friends who aren’t … READ MORE
From para-athlete to advocate: Tony Flores is Alberta’s new disability advocate
‘The role is simply a voice for our community’ Tony Flores has been … READ MORE
Calgary man in wheelchair shovels snow to make it easier for other wheelchairs
This week’s heavy snowfall has made life in Calgary just a little more … READ MORE
Cancelled notices cost AISH recipients Christmas dinner
Provincial program for severely disabled adults stops sending Christmas Bureau … READ MORE
We’re really getting left behind: AISH recipient laments lack of new funding
Benefit payments for disabled Albertans stagnate as province’s minimum wage … READ MORE
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