FRC

Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101 Saturday, October 14 9:00am – 12:00pm | Online   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. […]

Visioning and Planning for Families with Children 9-13 Years Old Saturday, October 14 9:00am – 4:00pm | Online   Join our full-day workshop that empowers parents/caregivers of 9-13 year-olds with disabilities with knowledge, resources and a sense of direction for the future, while connecting with other families. We will touch on a variety of topics […]

Families Forward, Financial Resources Monday, October 16 7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online   Monthly meeting where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore financial resources. Facilitators: Fiona at [email protected] and Jacquie at Jacquie@[email protected] Register HERE

Transition Planning for Adulthood Thursday, October 5 Thursday, October 12 Thursday, October 19 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Online   A 3-part workshop series exploring the critical transition to adulthood for 14-20 year-olds and how to create a plan for the future.  Join our 3-part workshop series that engages families in building knowledge when navigating this […]

Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol (FMS Admin) Monday, October 23 6:00pm – 9:00pm | Online   This 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.   Note: This is […]

Families Forward Over 18 Thursday, October 26 7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online   Where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore issues that are important (such as housing, relationship building, and community and government supports). Oct 26, 2023 Topic: VOICES OF ALBERTANS WITH DISABILITIES: Presentation of VAD services “A provincial, […]

DAY 1  Join us for Empower 2023, an Individual Support Planning event for families.  This event is designed to equip you and your family for a future that exceeds expectations and enriches lives. Date:  Friday, October 27, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm In person   Location:  Gateway Association  201 - 10941 120 street NW, Edmonton, AB The […]

DAY 2 Join us for Empower 2023, an Individual Support Planning event for families.  This event is designed to equip you and your family for a future that exceeds expectations and enriches lives. Date:  Friday, October 27, 2023 9:00am - 6:00pm In person   Location:  Gateway Association  201 - 10941 120 street NW, Edmonton, AB The […]

Finding the Right Staff (FMS Admin) Saturday, November 4 9:00am – 12:00pm | Online   A workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators that looks at using your vision plan to identify appropriate supports to help achieve This workshop, for Family Managed Services Administrators only, looks at using the Individual Support Plan to help your staff […]

Families Forward, Under 18 Tuesday, November 14 7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online Monthly meeting for families with children under 18 with disabilities. Where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore issues that are important (such as schooling, leadership, and community and government support). November Topic: Speech Matters & Gateway Association […]

Understanding Disability Saturday, November 18 9:00am – 12:00pm | Online   Understanding Disability workshop covers 3 part series:   Understanding Disability in Alberta A workshop for those who would like information about disability and initial government programs that can be accessed in Alberta. This workshop is for caregivers and professionals to gain knowledge and bring […]

Families Forward, Financial Resources Monday, November 20 7:00pm – 9:00pm | Online   Monthly meeting where families can connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore financial resources. Facilitators: Fiona at [email protected] and Jacquie at Jacquie@[email protected]   Register HERE