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SUMMARY:Online Claims Reimbursement System Training - FMS
DESCRIPTION:Online Claims Reimbursement System Training – FMS\nSaturday\, Mar 15\n9:30 am – 11:30 am | 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. \n  \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 @ miriam@gatewayassociation.ca \nEventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fms-admin-online-claims-reimbursement-systems-training-tickets-1073272048589?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/online-claims-reimbursement-system-training-fms-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250313T210000
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SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Adulthood (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood\nThursdays \nMarch 6 \nMarch 13 \nMarch 20 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online \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? \nYonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-for-adulthood-2-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241106T163111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T163111Z
UID:254214-1741804200-1741811400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Families Forward
DESCRIPTION:Families Forward  \nWednesday\, March 12 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Online \n  \nSpread the words! \n  \nEdmonton Public Library (EPL) is in the house\, connecting with families to update on all the fun and educational FREE offerings EPL has for residents to take advantage of. They have books and entertainment to borrow\, classes and events to attend\, book lists and resources to peruse\, as well as wonderful spaces and communities to visit and be part of. Join the conversation to learn more\, ask questions and maybe even meet a special guests \nQuestions? Contact Stacy at stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-forward-5/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250312T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T215058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T215058Z
UID:254157-1741804200-1741811400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Families Foward
DESCRIPTION:Families Forward  \n\nWednesday\, March 12 \n\n\n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nSpread the words! \nEdmonton Public Library (EPL) is in the house\, connecting with families to update on all the fun and educational FREE offerings EPL has for residents to take advantage of. They have books and entertainment to borrow\, classes and events to attend\, book lists and resources to peruse\, as well as wonderful spaces and communities to visit and be part of. Join the conversation to learn more\, ask questions and maybe even meet a special guest. \n\nSpeech Matters & Gateway Association \nSpeech Language Pathologist Holly Smith and colleagues explore specialized services (SS) and Behavior Development Services (BDS) and the role of Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) with supporting families with an FSCD contract. \n(we had both here\, not sure which one we are going with) \n\n\nQuestions? Contact Stacy at stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/families-foward/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T212537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T212632Z
UID:254142-1741716000-1741723200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds   \nTuesdays\nMarch 4\nMarch 11\nMarch 18\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\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-9-13-year-olds-2-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T214910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T162956Z
UID:254155-1741694400-1741701600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Accounts and Claims
DESCRIPTION:Accounts and Claims\nTuesday\, March 11th 2025 \n12:00 pm – 2:00 pm \nOnline \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. \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. \nREGISTER HERE \nQuestions? Contact Li (Facilitator) by email Li@gatewayassociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/accounts-and-claims-8/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250306T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T214025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T214025Z
UID:254149-1741284000-1741294800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning for Adulthood (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood\nThursdays \nMarch 6 \nMarch 13 \nMarch 20 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online \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? \nYonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-for-adulthood-1-of-3-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T213723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T213748Z
UID:254146-1741197600-1741208400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Finding the Right Staff
DESCRIPTION:Finding the Right Staff (FMS)  \nWednesday\, March  5 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online \n\nA workshop for Family Managed Services Administrators covering your roles and responsibilities as an employer. \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 \nQuestions? Contact Miriam at Miriam@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/254146/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250304T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T211020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T211020Z
UID:254140-1741111200-1741118400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning and Planning 9-13 Year Olds   \nTuesdays\nMarch 4\nMarch 11\nMarch 18\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\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-9-13-year-olds-1-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T210751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T210751Z
UID:254138-1741024800-1741035600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FMS Staff: More Than Just a Job
DESCRIPTION:FMS Staff: More Than Just a Job\nMonday\, March 3 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | online \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. \nYou will learn how to keep people safe while growing independence\, and building relationships both within the support network and within the community. \nYou will gain skills and tools to excel in your role. \n  \n Questions? Contact Betty (Facilitator) at Betty@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fms-staff-more-than-just-a-job-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250227T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20250221T193613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T193613Z
UID:254576-1740650400-1740659400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Equity\, Employment and Ethiopian Coffee: A Black History Month Event
DESCRIPTION:Equity\, Employment and Ethiopian Coffee: A Black History Month Event\n  \nWhat the Event is All About:\nThis event blends cultural experiences\, storytelling\, and actionable insights for employers focused on inclusive workplaces. Start the day with an Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony\, followed by powerful stories of cultural resilience and workplace diversity. In the Un-Learn Our Barriers session\, challenge assumptions that limit diverse hiring and retention\, and gain new strategies. The event wraps up with a networking session\, featuring African-inspired snacks\, to build relationships and keep the conversation going. \n\nWhy Attend?\nEmployers should attend to connect with job-ready talent\, streamline hiring\, and build partnerships with local service providers specializing in diverse hiring and retention. A diverse workforce drives innovation\, strengthens culture\, and connects to the community. Through experiences like the Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony and stories from Black professionals in Edmonton\, you’ll gain insights into inclusive hiring and deepen your cultural understanding. You don’t know what you don’t know until you show up—this is your opportunity to learn\, connect\, and take action toward a more inclusive and successful workplace. \nAGENDA:\n10:00 am – 11:00 am: Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony & Storytelling \n11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Un-Learn Our Barriers Storytelling – You don’t know what you don’t know until you show up—this is your chance to learn\, connect\, and take action toward a more inclusive and successful workplace. \n12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Mingle & Questions with African Snacks \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/equity-employment-and-ethiopian-coffee-a-black-history-month-event/
CATEGORIES:ERC,FRC,MentorAbility Alberta
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250226T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250226T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T210456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T210456Z
UID:254134-1740592800-1740603600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:PDD 101
DESCRIPTION:PDD 101     \nWednesday\, Feb 26 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online \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  \nThis 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 \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/pdd-101-6/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250226T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20250115T180357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T180357Z
UID:254469-1740585600-1740589200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Employment Resource Centre Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Employment Resource Centre Information Session\nJoin Gateway Association for a virtual Employment Resource Centre information session. \nThis session is for job seekers with disability or mental health-based barriers to learn about how Gateway Association can support you with achieving your employment goals! \nL earn about individualized supports and group workshops that will help you with: \n\nCareer development and action plans\nResume building\nInterview skills\nWorkplace communication\nOnboarding and training\nJob search and finding the right job for you\nKeeping your job!\nA ND much more!\n\nFor additional accommodations or questions\, please connect with us at Get-Work@GatewayAssociation.ca \nRegister HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/employment-resource-centre-information-session-6/
CATEGORIES:ERC,FRC,MentorAbility Alberta
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T210043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T210043Z
UID:254130-1740214800-1740240000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz\nFriday\, February 21 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nSaturday\, February 22  \n9:00 am – 4:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nCovers the 3 part series in 2 days \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
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-weekend-blitz-2/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T205225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T205225Z
UID:254128-1740160800-1740171600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  Weekend Blitz\nFriday\, February 21 \n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm \nSaturday\, February 22  \n9:00 am – 4:00 pm \nOnline \n  \nCovers the 3 part series in 2 days \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
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-weekend-blitz/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250220T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250220T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20250115T184756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T210511Z
UID:254492-1740069000-1740072600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Edmonton Employment Resource Centre Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Edmonton Employment Resource Centre Info Session\nJoin Gateway Association for a virtual Employment Resource Centre information session. \nThis session is for job seekers with disability or mental health-based barriers to learn about how Gateway Association can support you with achieving your employment goals! \nL earn about individualized supports and group workshops that will help you with: \n\nCareer development and action plans\nResume building\nInterview skills\nWorkplace communication\nOnboarding and training\nJob search and finding the right job for you\nKeeping your job!\nAND much more!\n\nFor additional accommodations or questions\, please connect with us at employment@gatewayassociation.ca \nRegister HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/edmonton-employment-resource-centre-info-session-9/
CATEGORIES:ERC,FRC,MentorAbility Alberta
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T204709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T204709Z
UID:254126-1740052800-1740060000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Accounts and Claims
DESCRIPTION:Accounts and Claims\nThursday\, February 20 \n12:00 pm  – 2:00 PM | Online \n  \nA 2-hour workshop aims to have an open conversation about how to use the OCR system successfully. \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. \nREGISTER HERE \nQuestions? Jacquie (facilitator) at jacquie@gatewayassociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/accounts-and-claims-7/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T202036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T202036Z
UID:254117-1739901600-1739908800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning & Planning\, For Children 0-8 Years Old (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning & Planning\, For Children 0-8 Years Old\nTuesdays  \nFebruary 4 \nFebruary 11 \nFebruary 18 \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. \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. \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. \nQuestions? Li(facilitator) at Li@gatewayassociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-planning-for-children-0-8-years-old-3-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T202827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T202839Z
UID:254123-1739385000-1739392200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Families Forward
DESCRIPTION:Families Forward  \nWednesday\, February 12 \n6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \nFSCD/FSS: Let’s Talk About it! \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 the Disability Services world 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. \nQuestions? Contact Yonique at yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/254123/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T201932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T201932Z
UID:254115-1739296800-1739304000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning & Planning\, For Children 0-8 Years Old (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning & Planning\, For Children 0-8 Years Old\nTuesdays  \nFebruary 4 \nFebruary 11 \nFebruary 18 \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. \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. \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. \nQuestions? Li(facilitator) at Li@gatewayassociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-planning-for-children-0-8-years-old-2-of-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250208T100000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T202207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T202630Z
UID:254119-1739005200-1739008800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FSCD 101
DESCRIPTION:FSCD 101\nSaturday\, February 8  \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? Shelley (Facilitator) at Shelley@gatewayassociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/254119/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194615Z
UID:254104-1738778400-1738789200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (3 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  \nWednesdays \nJanuary 22 \nJanuary 29 \nFebruary 5 \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. \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? Yonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \n Register HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-3-of-3-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T201713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T201729Z
UID:254112-1738692000-1738699200@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Visioning and Planning for Children 0-8 Years Old (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Visioning & Planning\, For Children 0-8 Years Old\nTuesdays  \nFebruary 4  \nFebruary 11 \nFebruary 18 \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. \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. \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. \nQuestions? Li(facilitator) at Li@gatewayassociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/visioning-and-planning-for-children-0-8-years-old/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194857Z
UID:254108-1738173600-1738184400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol    
DESCRIPTION:FMS Admin: Abuse Prevention and Response Protocol\nWednesday\, January 29\n6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Online\n\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 \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/fms-admin-abuse-prevention-and-response-protocol-4/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250129T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250129T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194518Z
UID:254101-1738173600-1738184400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition Planning to Adulthood (2 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  \nWednesdays \nJanuary 22 \nJanuary 29 \nFebruary 5 \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. \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? Yonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \n Register HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/transition-planning-to-adulthood-2-of-3-3/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194747Z
UID:254106-1737795600-1737806400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:PDD 101
DESCRIPTION:PDD 101     \nA workshop for caregivers to develop knowledge of Alberta’s government service known as Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD). \nSaturday\, January 25 \n9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Online \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  \nThis 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 \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/pdd-101-5/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T201359Z
UID:254099-1737568800-1737579600@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Transition to Adulthood (1 of 3)
DESCRIPTION:Transition Planning to Adulthood:  \nWednesdays \nJanuary 22 \nJanuary 29 \nFebruary 5 \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. \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? Yonique (Facilitator) at Yonique@GatewayAssociation.ca \n Register HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/254099/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250115T203000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194212Z
UID:254097-1736965800-1736973000@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Online Claims Reimbursement System Training - FMS
DESCRIPTION:Online Claims Reimbursement System Training – FMS\nWednesday\, January 15\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 @ miriam@gatewayassociation.ca \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/online-claims-reimbursement-system-training-fms/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T194054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T194054Z
UID:254095-1736877600-1736884800@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Accounts and Claims
DESCRIPTION:Accounts and Claims\nTuesday\, January 14 \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. \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\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. \nREGISTER HERE \nQuestions? Contact Li (Facilitator) by email Li@gatewayassociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/accounts-and-claims-6/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250114T183000
DTSTAMP:20260525T022835
CREATED:20241105T193944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T193944Z
UID:254093-1736872200-1736879400@gatewayassociation.ca
SUMMARY:Having Difficult Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Having Difficult Conversations    \nTuesday January 14\n4:30 pm – 6:00 pm | Online\n\n\nA workshop for people with disabilities and their families on navigating difficult conversations\n\nLet’s get talking!    Having conversations can be hard.   How we communicate with others is important.   During this short ninety minute workshop\, we will explore what conflict is\, how we respond to it and some key principles for good communication.\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\nQuestions? Stacy (facilitator) or Mike (Facilitator) at Stacy@GatewayAssociation.ca or Mike@GatewayAssociation.ca
URL:https://gatewayassociation.ca/calendar/having-difficult-conversations-8/
CATEGORIES:FRC
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