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SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood\nWednesdays  \nOctober 9 \nOctober 16 \nOctober 23 \n  \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nPart 1: Visioning and Planning \nPart 2  Valued Roles \nPart 3  Valued Roles \n  \nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \nQuestions? \nShelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-945710053227?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-1-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241009T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241009T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
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SUMMARY:Families Forward  
DESCRIPTION:Families Forward\nWednesday\, October 9 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Online \n  \nMonthly meeting for families supporting loved ones with disabilities. \nWhere families and caregivers can connect with other families\, learn from one another\, and hear about topics that are important to them. \nCome learn together\, problem solve\, create networks\, share staff\, find roommates\, discover resources\, learn to navigate systems\, think solutions and learn to advocate at this peer to peer caregiver meeting. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Stacy at stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/families-forward-tickets-945921224847?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-forward-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T153514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T153514Z
UID:252908-1729015200-1729022400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning & Planning 0-8 years (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning & Planning 0-8 years\n\nTuesdays \nOctober 8\nOctober 15\nOctober 22\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Online\n\nA 3-part workshop series that empowers families of children with disabilities up to 8 years old with knowledge\, resources\, and more.\n\nThis is a workshop for parents/caregivers of children with disabilities from birth-8 years old with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future.\n\nWe will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during early elementary school\, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with younger children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.\n\nQuestions? Stacy (facilitator) at Stacy@gatewayassociation.ca\n\n\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/visioning-planning-0-8-years-tickets-945687505787?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-planning-0-8-years-2-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241016T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241016T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T154200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T154200Z
UID:252915-1729101600-1729112400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood\nWednesdays  \nOctober 9 \nOctober 16 \nOctober 23 \n  \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nPart 1: Visioning and Planning \nPart 2  Valued Roles \nPart 3  Valued Roles \n  \nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \nQuestions? \nShelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-945710053227?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-2-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241016T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240830T174210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T174210Z
UID:253313-1729103400-1729110600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training 
DESCRIPTION:Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training \nWednesday\, October 16 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Online \n  \nA workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators focused on enhancing your understanding and management of the Online Claims Reimbursement (OCR) system. \nThis session will address common challenges and streamline your experience with the system\, ensuring you can utilize it confidently and efficiently. \nWorkshop Goals: \n\nUnderstanding the Agreement: Gain a deeper understanding of the FMS agreements and expectations of the OCR system.\nAccessing OCR: Learn the ins and outs of accessing the system effectively\, including navigation tips\, user support resources\, and troubleshooting common issues.\nCreating a Successful Claim: We’ll Walk you through the process of creating and submitting claims through the OCR system\, focusing on accuracy and timeliness to ensure successful processing.\nRecord Keeping and Preparing for Reviews: Enhance your skills in maintaining accurate records and preparing for periodic reviews.\n\n  \nQuestions? Contact Miriam (facilitator)  at Miriam@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-admin-online-claims-reimbursement-systems-training-tickets-995336055937?aff=oddtdtcreator 
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/online-claims-reimbursement-systems-training/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T154936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T195636Z
UID:252923-1729330200-1729337400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Accounts and Claims
DESCRIPTION:Accounts and Claims\nSaturday\, October 19th \n9:30 am  – 11:30 pm | Online \nA 1-hour workshop aims to have an open conversation about how to use the OCR system successfully. \n  \nThe training has been developed by FSCD to address four significant challenges facing system users. They are: \n\nUnderstanding the Agreement\nAccessing OCR\nCreating a Successful claim; and\nRecord keeping and preparing for reviews\n\n  \nA Service Roadmap has also been developed to give users a high-level overview of the entire process\, with helpful links at each step to provide further details. \nQuestions? Jacquie (facilitator) at jacquie@gatewayassociation.ca \n  \nRegister Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/946652171127?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/accounts-and-claims-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T155058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T155058Z
UID:252925-1729533600-1729537200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FSCD 101 
DESCRIPTION:FSCD 101\nMonday\, October 21 \n6:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Online \n  \nFSCD 101 is an introduction to the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program. \nThe presentation will support families with understanding how to utilize their FSCD agreement and is intended for families that have received their first FSCD agreement. \nPrior to attending the session\, it would be helpful for families to review the Family Package\, sent to you by the Family Support Services (FSS) team\, as we will be referencing this document throughout the session. \n  \nTopics we will be going over include: \n\nthe different types of services and supports\nreviewing an example agreement\nrecords-keeping and invoicing requirements\nand more.\n\n  \nQuestions? Shelley (facilitator) at shelley@gatewayassociation.ca \nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/946664267307?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fscd-101-9/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T153641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T153641Z
UID:252911-1729620000-1729627200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning & Planning 0-8 years (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning & Planning 0-8 years\n\nTuesdays \nOctober 8\nOctober 15\nOctober 22\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Online\n\nA 3-part workshop series that empowers families of children with disabilities up to 8 years old with knowledge\, resources\, and more.\n\nThis is a workshop for parents/caregivers of children with disabilities from birth-8 years old with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future.\n\nWe will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during early elementary school\, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with younger children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.\n\nQuestions? Stacy (facilitator) at Stacy@gatewayassociation.ca\n\n\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/visioning-planning-0-8-years-tickets-945687505787?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-planning-0-8-years-3-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241023T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T154454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T154454Z
UID:252917-1729706400-1729717200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood\nWednesdays  \nOctober 9 \nOctober 16 \nOctober 23 \n  \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nPart 1: Visioning and Planning \nPart 2  Valued Roles \nPart 3  Valued Roles \n  \nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \nQuestions? \nShelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-945710053227?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-3-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T155247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T155247Z
UID:252927-1730311200-1730322000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:PDD 101 
DESCRIPTION:PDD 101\nWednesday\, October 30\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online\n\n\nA workshop for caregivers to develop knowledge of Alberta’s government service known as Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD).\n\n“This workshop is an introduction to\, and overview of\, PDD for those who may be eligible. You will gain an understanding of the PDD program\, options available for service provision\, and information to determine the best supports for your family.\n\n This workshop will provide you with:\n1. An understanding of the PDD program’s role in supporting adults with developmental disabilities\n2. Knowledge of available options for service provision – Family Managed Supports (FMS) and PDD Service Providers (agency)\n3. Information to guide you in determining which type of service provision will best suit your family and adult child’s needs”\n\nQuestions?  Contact Shelley (facilitator) at shelley@gatewayassociation.ca\n\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd-101-tickets-946678018437?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/pdd-101-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T155515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T155515Z
UID:252929-1730484000-1730494800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz\, Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz\n\nFriday\, November 1 \n\n\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 2 \n\n\n9:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\nCovers the 3 part series in 2 days \n\n\n\n\n\nPart 1: Visioning and Planning \n\n\nPart 2  Valued Roles \n\n\nPart 3  Valued Roles \n\n\n\n\n\nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\nYonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-weekend-blitz-day-1-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241102T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240722T155558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T155558Z
UID:252931-1730538000-1730563200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz\, Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz\n\nFriday\, November 1 \n\n\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 2 \n\n\n9:00 am – 4:00 pm \n\n\nOnline \n\n\n\n\n\nCovers the 3 part series in 2 days \n\n\n\n\n\nPart 1: Visioning and Planning \n\n\nPart 2  Valued Roles \n\n\nPart 3  Valued Roles \n\n\n\n\n\nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? \n\n\nYonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-weekend-blitz-day-2-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20241105T210241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T210241Z
UID:254132-1730793600-1730826000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training
DESCRIPTION:Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training\nMonday\, February 24 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Online \n  \nA workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators focused on enhancing your understanding and management of the Online Claims Reimbursement (OCR) system. \nThis session will address common challenges and streamline your experience with the system\, ensuring you can utilize it confidently and efficiently. \nWorkshop Goals: \n\nUnderstanding the Agreement: Gain a deeper understanding of the FMS agreements and expectations of the OCR system.\nAccessing OCR: Learn the ins and outs of accessing the system effectively\, including navigation tips\, user support resources\, and troubleshooting common issues.\nCreating a Successful Claim: We’ll walk you through the process of creating and submitting claims through the OCR system\, focusing on accuracy and timeliness to ensure successful processing.\nRecord Keeping and Preparing for Reviews: Enhance your skills in maintaining accurate records and preparing for periodic reviews.\n\n  \nQuestions? Contact Betty at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/online-claims-reimbursement-systems-training-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20241105T210627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T210627Z
UID:254136-1730793600-1730826000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol    
DESCRIPTION:FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol     \nSaturday\, March 1 \n9:00 am – 12:00  pm | Online \n  \nA workshop that explores ways to reduce the risk of abuse and how to handle suspicions of abuse (for Family Managed Services Administrators). \nThis workshop\, for FMS Administrators\, provides an understanding of the protocol\, explores what can be done to reduce the risk of abuse\, identifies types of abuse\, and how to handle situations when abuse is suspected. \nNote: This is a mandatory course for FMS Administrators under Family Managed Services with Disability Services. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Betty (Facilitator) at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fms-admin-abuse-prevention-and-response-protocol-5/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T190009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T195225Z
UID:253194-1730916000-1730923200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds\n\nWednesdays\nNovember 6\nNovember 13\nNovember 20\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Online\n\nA 3-part workshop series  that empowers families of 9 – 13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and more.\n\nThis workshop is for parents/caregivers of 9-13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future.\n\nWe will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during  later elementary school\, IPPs\, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with “tween” age children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.\n\nQuestions? Stacy (facilitator) at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca\n\nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-children-9-13-years-old-tickets-980257906787?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-9-13-year-olds/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241106T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241106T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240830T174401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T174401Z
UID:253315-1730917800-1730925000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training (FMS Admin)
DESCRIPTION:Online Claims Reimbursement Systems Training\nWednesday\, November 6 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Online \nA workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators focused on enhancing your understanding and management of the Online Claims Reimbursement (OCR) system. \nThis session will address common challenges and streamline your experience with the system\, ensuring you can utilize it confidently and efficiently. \nWorkshop Goals: \n\nUnderstanding the Agreement: Gain a deeper understanding of the FMS agreements and expectations of the OCR system.\nAccessing OCR: Learn the ins and outs of accessing the system effectively\, including navigation tips\, user support resources\, and troubleshooting common issues.\nCreating a Successful Claim: We’ll walk you through the process of creating and submitting claims through the OCR system\, focusing on accuracy and timeliness to ensure successful processing.\nRecord Keeping and Preparing for Reviews: Enhance your skills in maintaining accurate records and preparing for periodic reviews.\n\n  \nQuestions? Contact Betty at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister HERE: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-admin-online-claims-reimbursement-systems-training-tickets-995472022617?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/online-claims-reimbursement-systems-training-fms-admin-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T190219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T190219Z
UID:253196-1731520800-1731528000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds\, (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds\n\nWednesdays\nNovember 6\nNovember 13\nNovember 20\n\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\n\nA 3-part workshop series  that empowers families of 9 – 13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and more.\n\nThis workshop is for parents/caregivers of 9-13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future.\n\nWe will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during  later elementary school\, IPPs\, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with “tween” age children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.\n\nQuestions? Stacy (facilitator) at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca\n\nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-children-9-13-years-old-tickets-980257906787?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-9-13-year-olds-2-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241113T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T190505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T190505Z
UID:253200-1731522600-1731529800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Families Forward 
DESCRIPTION:Families Forward\nWednesday\, November 13 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Online \n  \nHave questions regarding FSCD/FSS? Do you have your agreement in place? Are you looking for next steps or need to ask some questions? Join us to chat about questions that may come out of the FSCD 101 workshop and/or if you’re new to using Disability Services in Alberta. We will host a safe space to ask questions and if we aren’t sure about the answer\, we’ll help provide tips on where to go to find out. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Yonique at yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/families-forward-tickets-981828695057?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-forward-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241116T100000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T190615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T190615Z
UID:253202-1731747600-1731751200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FSCD 101
DESCRIPTION:FSCD 101 \nSaturday\, November 16  \n9:00 am – 10:00 am | Online  \n  \nFSCD 101 is an introduction to the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program.  \nThe presentation will support families with understanding how to utilize their FSCD agreement and is intended for families that have received their first FSCD agreement.  \nPrior to attending the session\, it would be helpful for families to review the Family Package\, sent to you by the Family Support Services (FSS) team\, as we will be referencing this document throughout the session. \nTopics we will be going over include: \n\nthe different types of services and supports\nreviewing an example agreement\nrecords-keeping and invoicing requirements\nand more.\n\n  \nQuestions? Jacquie (Facilitator) at jacque@gatewayassociation.ca \nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/980453602117?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fscd-101-10/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T190334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T190413Z
UID:253198-1732125600-1732132800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds\, (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning and Planning 9-13 year olds\n\nWednesdays\nNovember 6\nNovember 13\nNovember 20\n\n\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm\n\nA 3-part workshop series  that empowers families of 9 – 13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and more.\n\nThis workshop is for parents/caregivers of 9-13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge\, resources\, and a sense of direction for the future.\n\nWe will touch on a variety of topics including values and belonging in the community\, visioning and planning\, various transitions during  later elementary school\, IPPs\, navigating various systems (FSCD) age appropriate for families with “tween” age children as well as advocacy and having difficult conversations.\n\nQuestions? Stacy (facilitator) at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca\n\nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/visioning-and-planning-for-families-with-children-9-13-years-old-tickets-980257906787?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-9-13-year-olds-3-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240830T174947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T174947Z
UID:253321-1732125600-1732136400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Finding the Right Staff (FMS)
DESCRIPTION:Finding the Right Staff (FMS)    \nWednesday\, November 20 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online\n  \nA workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators covering your roles and responsibilities as an employer. \n\nThis workshop\, for Family Managed Services Administrators only\,  looks at using your vision plan to identify appropriate supports to help achieve your family member’s goals. You will learn how the Individual Support Plan is used to help your staff create valued roles and enhance community connections. \n  \nThis workshop will provide you with: \n1. Your role and responsibilities as a Funds Administrator/Family Managed Services Administrator \n2. Interviewing and hiring staff \n3. Conflict resolution and staff retention \n  \nQuestions? Contact Miriam at Miriam@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/finding-the-right-staff-fms-tickets-996552614697?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/finding-the-right-staff-fms-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T190833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T190833Z
UID:253204-1732212000-1732222800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:\nThursday \nNovember 21 \nNovember 28 \nDecember 5 \n  \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online \nPart 1: Life Transitions \nPart 2: Valued Roles\, Visioning\, and Planning \nPart 3: Navigating the Systems\n  \nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \n  \nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \n  \nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \n  \nQuestions? \nShelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca \nEventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-981835776237?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-1-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241123T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T191301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T191301Z
UID:253210-1732352400-1732363200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:PDD 101   
DESCRIPTION:PDD 101\n\nA workshop for caregivers to develop knowledge of Alberta’s government service known as Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD).\n\nSaturday\, November 23\n9:00 am  – 12:00 pm | Online\n\n\n“This workshop is an introduction to\, and overview of\, PDD for those who may be eligible. You will gain an understanding of the PDD program\, options available for service provision\, and information to determine the best supports for your family.\n\n This workshop will provide you with:\n1. An understanding of the PDD program’s role in supporting adults with developmental disabilities\n2. Knowledge of available options for service provision – Family Managed Supports (FMS) and PDD Service Providers (agency)\n3. Information to guide you in determining which type of service provision will best suit your family and adult child’s needs”\n\nQuestions?  contact Miriam (facilitator) at miriam@gatewayassociation.ca\n\nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/persons-with-developmental-disabilities-pdd-101-tickets-981843509367?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/pdd-101-4/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240830T174735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T174735Z
UID:253319-1732557600-1732568400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FMS Staff: More Than Just a Job
DESCRIPTION:FMS Staff: More Than Just a Job\nMonday\, November 25 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | online \n  \nA workshop for Family Managed Services staff that explores ways to reduce the risk of abuse and to help identify and incorporate personal values in your work with persons with disabilities. \n  \nThis workshop\, for Family Managed Services (FMS) staff\, will help you identify your values and how they apply to your work in supporting others. You will learn how to keep people safe while growing independence\, and building relationships both within the support network and within the community. You will gain skills and tools to excel in your role. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Betty (Facilitator) at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-staff-more-than-just-a-job-tickets-996529595847?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fms-staff-more-than-just-a-job/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T191356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T221800Z
UID:253212-1732644000-1732651200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Accounts and Claims
DESCRIPTION:Accounts and Claims\nTuesday\, November 26 \n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | Online \n  \nA 2-hour workshop is tailored for families with FSCD agreements looking to optimize their use of the OCR system. This workshop intended to facilitate an open dialogue on utilizing the OCR system effectively. \n  \nThe training has been developed by FSCD to address four significant challenges facing system users. They are: \n  \n\nUnderstanding the Agreement\nAccessing OCR\nCreating a Successful claim; and\nRecord keeping and preparing for reviews\n\n  \nA Service Roadmap has also been developed to give users a high-level overview of the entire process\, with helpful links at each step to provide further details. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Li (Facilitator) by email Li@gatewayassociation.ca \nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/accounts-and-claims-tickets-981848684847?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/accounts-and-claims-4/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T191006Z
UID:253206-1732816800-1732827600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:\nThursday \nNovember 21 \nNovember 28  \nDecember 5 \n  \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nPart 1: Life Transitions \nPart 2: Valued Roles\, Visioning\, and Planning \nPart 3: Navigating the Systemss\n  \nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \n  \nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \n  \nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \n  \nQuestions? \nShelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca \nEventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-981835776237?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-2-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T191454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T191454Z
UID:253214-1732816800-1732827600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol     
DESCRIPTION:FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol\nThursday\, November 28 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online \n  \nA workshop that explores ways to reduce the risk of abuse and how to handle suspicions of abuse (for Family Managed Services Administrators). \n  \nThis workshop\, for FMS Administrators\, provides an understanding of the protocol\, explores what can be done to reduce the risk of abuse\, identifies types of abuse\, and how to handle situations when abuse is suspected. \n  \nNote: This is a mandatory course for FMS Administrators under Family Managed Services with Disability Services. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Betty (Facilitator) at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nEventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-admin-abuse-prevention-and-response-protocol-tickets-981853338767?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fms-admin-abuse-prevention-and-response-protocol-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T191200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T191200Z
UID:253208-1733421600-1733432400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:\nThursday \nNovember 21 \nNovember 28 \nDecember 5 \n  \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nPart 1: Life Transitions \nPart 2: Valued Roles\, Visioning\, and Planning \nPart 3: Navigating the Systems  \n  \nA 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future. \n  \nThis is a workshop series for parents/caregivers that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this critical time for 14-20 year olds. \n  \nThis workshop series includes topics on: life transitions\, valued roles in the community\, visioning and planning\, and navigating the systems.   Note: All three workshops must be taken consecutively. \n  \nQuestions? \nShelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@GatewayAssociation.ca \nEventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/transition-planning-to-adulthood-tickets-981835776237?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-3-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241208T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20241113T182550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T160034Z
UID:254250-1733673600-1733684400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Edmonton Gateway Association's Annual Community Holiday Party!
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to Edmonton Gateway Association’s Annual Community Holiday Party!\nJoin us on Sunday\, December 8th at our Edmonton office for an unforgettable celebration filled with holiday spirit! This is your chance to connect with friends old and new\, enjoy festive food and treats\, and dive into the holiday cheer with fun entertainment planned just for you. \nThis year’s event will be MCed by Gateway Association Executive Director\, Sahana Parameswara\, and there will be festive activities such as holiday trivia\, karaoke and bingo! \n️ When: December 8th\, 4 – 7:00pm\nWhere: Gateway Association – 10941 120 Street NW\, Suite 201 \n\nGateway’s accessible address is 10930 119 Street\n\nMenu: \n\nHalal Roast Turkey\nVegan Stew\nMashed Potatoes\nGravy\nRoasted Vegetables\n\nVegan\, Dairy-Free\, and Gluten-Free diets will be accommodated. \nPlease feel free to bring dessert to share with others! \n* There may be leftovers\, so please bring a couple of takeaway containers \nWhether you join for the great company\, delicious goodies\, or the warm\, festive atmosphere\, we can’t wait to celebrate the season together! So grab your holiday spirit and bring it along to what’s sure to be a joyful gathering with our incredible community. \nAccessibility and transportation information: \n\nGateway is accessible through the back entrance. Ring bell for access.\nDATS drop off and barrier free parking with access to the lift at the end of hall.\nGateway’s accessible address is 10930 119 Street. ·\nPlease contact us for DATS and BUS info: Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca\n\nParking is available: \n\ndirectly in front of building\nacross the road in front of Eden Textiles\nSouth side of the building\n\nTickets: \nTickets limited due to the space! We will be checking tickets at the door. Please bring the Eventbrite e-ticket or a printed version sent via Eventbrite. \nREGISTER HERE \nPlease cancel if you are unable to attend! \nWe understand plans change; we kindly ask you cancel your order. This is a popular event\, and by cancelling we can give your spot to someone on the waiting list. \nPlease see the link below for instructions on how to cancel Eventbrite tickets \nQuestions? Please contact Betty at betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nWe’re looking forward to celebrating with you!
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/edmonton-gateway-associations-annual-community-holiday-party/
CATEGORIES:ERC,FRC,MentorAbility Alberta
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20241211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20241211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T172720
CREATED:20240812T191735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T191735Z
UID:253218-1733918400-1733922000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FSCD 101
DESCRIPTION:FSCD 101\nWednesday\, December 11 \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Online \n  \nFSCD 101 is an introduction to the Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program. \n  \nThe presentation will support families with understanding how to utilize their FSCD agreement and is intended for families that have received their first FSCD agreement. \n  \nPrior to attending the session\, it would be helpful for families to review the Family Package\, sent to you by the Family Support Services (FSS) team\, as we will be referencing this document throughout the session. \n  \nTopics we will be going over include: \n\nthe different types of services and supports\nreviewing an example agreement\nrecords-keeping and invoicing requirements\nand more.\n\n\nQuestions? Shelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@gatewayassociation.ca \nEventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fscd-101-tickets-981868112957?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fscd-101-11/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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