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Practical guides on home care, disability support, respite care, senior living, funding programs, and caregiving in Alberta.
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Everything Alberta families need to know about the Family Support for Children with Disabilities program — from first application through to the adult transition.
Pillar Guide
What Is FSCD? A Complete Parent's Guide to Family Support for Children with Disabilities in Alberta
FSCD — Family Support for Children with Disabilities — is one of Alberta's most important programs for families raising children with disabilities. This complete parent's guide explains who qualifies, what it covers, how to apply, and how to make the most of your funding.
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Senior Care
How to Choose In-Home Senior Care in Alberta: A Family Checklist
Choosing the right in-home care provider for your parent is one of the most important decisions a family makes. Here's what to look for, what to ask, and how to tell the difference between a good provider and a great one.
Respite Care
Respite Care in Alberta: What It Is, Who Pays, and How to Get It
If you're a caregiver, respite care can provide a much-needed break while your loved one receives professional support. Funding may be available through Alberta Home Care programs, FSCD, or private-pay options.
Senior Care
Understanding Alberta's Continuing Care System: A Plain-Language Guide for Families
Alberta's Continuing Care Act changed how home care, assisted living, and long-term care are organized. Here's a plain-language guide to what it means for seniors and families navigating the system.
Home Care
Home Care Providers in Edmonton, Alberta: A Family Guide to Your Options
Looking for home care providers in Edmonton, Alberta? This guide covers the types of providers available, how AHS-funded CDHC works, what to look for in a local agency, and why nurse-owned, culturally sensitive care makes a difference for Edmonton families.
Home Care
How to Choose a Home Care Provider in Edmonton, Alberta: A Family Checklist
Choosing a home care provider in Edmonton is one of the most important decisions a family can make. This practical checklist covers what to look for, what questions to ask, and how to compare providers — including AHS-funded CDHC options.
FSCD
What Is FSCD Funding and How Can It Pay for Home Care?
Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) is an Alberta government program that can fund home care, respite, and support services for families raising children with disabilities.
Home Care Alberta
Navigating Home Care in Alberta: A Family Guide to Client-Directed Home Care
A plain-language guide to Client-Directed Home Care (CDHC) in Alberta — who qualifies, what services are covered, how to apply, and how to choose the right provider for your family.
ALA
AHS Home Care Is Now Assisted Living Alberta — What Edmonton Families Need to Know
Alberta Health Services has been restructured. Home care and community care now fall under Assisted Living Alberta (ALA). Here is what Edmonton families need to know.
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