WELCOME TO THE
Family Resource Centre
Gateway assists families supporting loved ones with disabilities to build their capacity, confidence, and connections.
46 years
Number of years Gateway has been supporting families
About FRC
Family Resource Centre
We are so happy you are here! Welcome to the Gateway Association Family Resource Centre on Treaty 6 territory. Founded by families that envisioned a “gateway to a better life”, our Family Resource Centre (FRC) is here for families supporting loved ones across all ages with disabilities (developmental, physical, sensory, mental, or neurological) and/or health conditions impacting their daily activities (such as eating, grooming, etc.).
The ultimate goal of our Family Resource Centre is to enhance each family’s expertise on their own children and provide concrete resources that can ease the journey as the family navigates the next steps. Our FRC team is made up of families, neurodiverse individuals, and multiple ethnicities that have varied experiences. The team partners with various organizations to continually increase our diversity of thought and capacity to work with all families.
Watch the video below to see what our Family Resource Centre is all about.
HOW WE HELP
Building an Inclusive Community
If your loved one is 5 or under
We aim to meet families where they are at in their journey. We start by understanding your story and empower you to decide what the next steps are for you and your family members. Gateway offers a caregiver roadmap on the Gateway APP. Our family resources help you understand disability workshops. Gateway also offers Families Forward family mentorship groups to build family connections.
If your loved one is 6+
Are you a parent or caregiver to someone with a disability? We can help. Gateway offers a caregiver roadmap on the Gateway APP. We offer learning opportunities and workshops at our Learning Resource Centre for families and staff. We offer support services like brainstorming, system navigation, finding your community, strategies for advocacy, and family mentorship.
If you are a family accessing Family Managed Services (FMS)
Gateway Association offers learning opportunities specific to FMS for families and staff at our Learning Resource Centre and a caregiver road map on the Gateway APP. We have team leader and staffing supports for new FMS families. Gateway also offers an HR package and provides supports with hiring staff. View or Workshops Calendar for more information.
Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) Support
A registered disability savings plan (RDSP) is a must-have tool for anyone living with a disability. We’re providing free RDSP support to all Albertans who are in need. Here’s what we can help with:
- Explain what exactly an RDSP is and why it is AMAZING for long-term savings
- Guide you through the process of setting up an RDSP for yourself
- Assist with completing any documentation
- Connect you with RDSP specialists who can continue to guide you on long-term savings
Connect with [email protected] for RDSP support today!
GATEWAY ASSOCIATION
Our mission is to develop meaningful, paid employment relationships that benefit persons with disabilities and employers.
FAMILY RESOURCES
Workshops and Meetings
Visioning and Planning
This workshop offers families the opportunity to acknowledge the fear of the unknown and move forward with the acknowledgement that together we will work to support the values of each individual and family as a community. Register below:
PDD 101
This workshop will provide you with an understanding of the PDD program’s role in supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Register below:
- Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101 – October 2022
- Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101 – November 2022
- Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101– March 2023
- Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) 101– April 2023
Family Managed Services (FMS)
The following workshops are available to families accessing Family Managed Services (FMS):
Understanding Disability
Our Understanding Disability workshops bring awareness about services that support those with disabilities in Alberta. Register below:
- Understanding Disability in the Transitioning Years – September 2022
- Understanding Disability: Community Resources – September 2022
Transition Planning for Adulthood
This workshop helps understand life barriers, adult services and systems of support to successfully transition to adulthood, explores social roles and how to be valued as a respected member of the community and plans for the future based on a vision supported by goals and strategies. Register below:
- Transition Planning for Adulthood – Weekend Blitz, October
- Transition Planning for Adulthood– Weekend Blitz, April
- Transition Planning for Adulthood – November
- Transition Planning for Adulthood – February
Families Forward Meetings
Our Families Forward Monthly Meetings are where families connect with other families, learn from one another, and explore important issues such as schooling, leadership, and community and government support. Register below:
SUCCESS STORIES
Testimonials
DIGITAL COMMUNITY
Our Gateway to Digital Inclusion mobile app is designed to assist any Albertan family in navigating life while supporting a loved one with a developmental disability. Check the Caregiver Roadmaps!
Contact Us
Edmonton
201- 10941 120 Street NW
Edmonton, AB T5H 3R3
Tel: 780-454-0701
Calgary
1206 20 Ave SE
Calgary, AB T2G 1M8
Tel: 587-779-7888
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