{"id":314,"date":"2020-07-16T16:17:45","date_gmt":"2020-07-16T16:17:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/resourcelibrary.ucalgaryblogs.ca\/?page_id=314"},"modified":"2024-03-15T18:24:21","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T18:24:21","slug":"community-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/resourcelibrary.ucalgaryblogs.ca\/?page_id=314","title":{"rendered":"Community Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You may have a client that has multiple complex needs that can produce stress on parents and families, and make parenting more challenging. Your client’s parents may find parenting supports for adolescents with challenging emotional and behavioural issues helpful. Parent management training is a recommended behavioural intervention for adolescents exhibiting severe irritability,  depression<\/a>, and conduct problems<\/a>. More information on various programs\/supports is available from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parent Support Groups\/Parent Skill Training: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Triple P Parenting Programs<\/a> offers various options which include setting your own goals, identifying the changes you would like to see in your teenager\u2019s behaviour and work with a mental health provider to choose the strategies that will fit with your family life. 

\u25a0Parent Peer Support Groups<\/a> offers parent peer support groups that provide support, education and practical strategies that can help manage family conflict and strengthen relationships. 

\u25a0 Parent Education Programs <\/a> offers free parent education programs, classes and activities that help care givers build positive skills. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

ADHD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Foothills Academy<\/strong>\u2019s Girls Only!<\/a> is a powerful 8-week program designed for girls between the ages of 9-12 (Juniors) & 13-16 (Teens) with LD\/ADHD. This program aims to engage girls in topics and issues pertaining to their social, emotional, behavioural, and biological development.  A particular focus of the program is to educate and enrich participants\u2019 understanding of their diagnosis(es), while also helping them to gain greater awareness of their strengths.

\u25a0 Totally ADD and Loving It<\/em> is a website with excellent videos about Adult AD\/HD:  http:\/\/totallyadd.com\/<\/a>

\u25a0 The CHADD website has excellent information and resources for AD\/HD: https:\/\/chadd.org\/<\/a>

\u25a0 Other community resources, such as the Learning Disabilities Association (LDA<\/strong>), and Children and Adults with Attention Deficit\/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)<\/strong>, are also excellent sources for information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

ASD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 The Centre for Autism Services Alberta<\/strong> offers many programs and services to clients of all ages, including 5 and under to adult clients. Some of their programs include therapeutic programs, sports, recreation, cooking, arts, skills development, and summer camps: https:\/\/centreforautism.ab.ca\/programs\/<\/a>

\u25a0 Autism Calgary<\/strong> offers a variety of programming for clients living with ASD and their families to help them live meaningful and purposeful lives in their community. They offer family support, adult support, support groups, recreation groups, and special events: https:\/\/autismcalgary.com\/what-we-do\/<\/a>

\u25a0 Autism Alberta<\/strong> is an organization formed by individuals with ASD that advocates for better attitudes, policies, and opportunities for individuals with ASD. Their website contains a wealth of information on ASD and emerging issues involving ASD in our community: https:\/\/autismalberta.ca\/about<\/a>

\u25a0 Autism Aspergers Friendship Society of Calgary<\/strong> offers respite care for children, youth, and adults on the spectrum. In addition, they have numerous programs for group social outings including but not limited to: Lacrosse, Club nights, Community Outings, Movie Project, Outdoor Pursuits, and more: https:\/\/aafscalgary.wildapricot.org\/aboutus<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

LD<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 The Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta <\/strong>seeks to represent the learning disabilities community at the provincial level. They provide direct programs and supports to children, families, and adults with learning disabilities. Their website provides valuable information on LD’s, resources available to those with LD, access to funding, assessment of LD’s, and school advocacy: https:\/\/ldalberta.ca\/about-us<\/a>

\u25a0 CanLearn Society<\/strong> provides a variety of programs for adults, families, and children on the topics of math, reading, and literacy. Their website also contains a variety of resources on LD and literacy, with some resources geared towards parents and professionals. Additionally, they also have an educational blog and podcast that is updated frequently with new information: https:\/\/canlearnsociety.ca\/learning-disabilities\/<\/a>

\u25a0 The Learning Disabilities Association of Canada <\/strong>conducts research, education, and raises public awareness on the nature and impact of learning disabilities. Their website contains a wealth of information for individuals lookig to learn more about learning disabilities: https:\/\/www.ldac-acta.ca<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ID – In Home Supports<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 The Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre<\/strong> provides respite and direct billing to FSCD. Additionally, they also have an overnight respite program for adults: https:\/\/ddrc.ca\/homebasedservices\/#1501191843303-31bc72eb-314b<\/a>

\u25a0 Enable<\/strong> provides respite services through matching clients with disabilities to support workers based on shared interests, availability, and location in the city. They also offer monthly group activities for the clients and support workers to attend: https:\/\/enablecommunity.ca<\/a>

\u25a0 Just 4 U Family Services<\/strong> also provides respite for clients ranging from infancy to adulthood. They offer both individual and group outings and a variety of types of respite care, including work-related care, awake night shift, personal care, overnights, and complex medical care: https:\/\/www.just4ufamilyservices.com\/services\/<\/a>

\u25a0 SCOPE<\/strong>‘s Outreach program provides behavioral, social, and emotional support to children in their homes. Goals are set and parenting strategies are taught to help the family support their child in the attainment of their goal: https:\/\/www.calgaryscope.org\/services\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Social Skills<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During your assessment, you may discover that your client is often shy and has difficulty in some social situations (e.g., initiating get-togethers with friends, talking to customers at work). He\/she may want to consider additional support in developing his confidence in social situations. Social skill deficits are a common concern for clients diagnosed with ASD<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS\u00ae)<\/strong> for Young Adults (Ages 18-28) is a 16-week evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults, who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. During each group session, young adults are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills. There is also a PEERS group for Adolescents and Preschoolers. Click here<\/a> to find out more information.

\u25a0SCOPE’<\/strong>s Social Knowledge in Practice (SKIP) Program is a free group that teaches social skills to youth in grade 7 to grade 12 that have been diagnosed with a developmental disability: https:\/\/www.calgaryscope.org\/services\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mental Health Supports<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Cups Calgary<\/a> – List of affordable mental health services
\u25a0 Canadian Mental Health Association <\/a>
\u25a0 Calgary Distress Center<\/a>
\u25a0 Alberta Health Services<\/a>– Healthy minds, healthy children
\u25a0 Kids Help Phone <\/a>
\u25a0 Lion Heart Foundation<\/a>– Female youth anxiety supports
\u25a0 Anxiety Canada <\/a>
\u25a0 Psychologists’ Association of Alberta<\/a> – referral search
\u25a0 Alberta Health Services<\/a>– Children’s mental health
\u25a0 Alberta Health Services <\/a>– Children’s mental health learning series (free webinar)
\u25a0 Alberta Health Services<\/a> – Community Education Service (free education service)
\u25a0 Woods Homes<\/a> – Mental Health Concerns
\u25a0 Youth Mental Health Canada <\/a>
\u25a0 Okotoks Health and Wellness Centre<\/a> – Mental health urgent care
\u25a0 Okotoks Community Resource Guide <\/a>
\u25a0 Airdrie Community Health Centre<\/a>– Mental health urgent care
\u25a0 Toronto Sick Kids-<\/a> Mental Health Resources for Children and Teen<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mentorship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area<\/strong> offers mentorship experiences for children, youth, and young adults aged 6 to 24. The program matches a mentee with a mentor based on their needs, interests, and location. In addition to Calgary, they also support matched in Airdrie, Cochrane, and Okotoks: https:\/\/bbbscalgary.ca\/about\/<\/a>

\u25a0 The Calgary Bridge Foundation for Youth<\/strong> mentorship program specializes in the mentorship of newcomer immigrant and refugee youth entering grades 7 to 12. The mentors in this organization were once newcomers themselves and provide their mentees with strategies, friendship, and knowledge of their new place of residence: https:\/\/www.cbfy.ca\/programs\/mentorship-program\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Schools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 Calgary Catholic Schools <\/strong>– Diverse Learning Click Here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Independent Living<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 The Sinneave Foundation<\/strong> in Calgary offers a variety of programs related to employment and independent living: https:\/\/sinneavefoundation.org\/thriving-in-adulthood\/launch-skills\/<\/a>

\u25a0 It may be beneficial for your client and his\/her parents to explore funding options, such as Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)<\/strong>: https:\/\/www.alberta.ca\/aish.aspx<\/a>

\u25a0 Community Living Alternative Services (CLAS)<\/strong>: http:\/\/c-l-a-s.ca<\/a>

\u25a0 L’Arche Calgary:<\/strong> https:\/\/www.larchecalgary.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Community Involvement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25a0 The Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre<\/strong> of Calgary’s CHOICE program promotes and support an individual’s active involvement in their community: https:\/\/ddrc.ca\/choices\/<\/a>

\u25a0 The Calgary Society for Persons with Disabilities<\/strong> supports adult individuals in their exploration of their communities: https:\/\/www.cspd.ca\/services<\/a>

\u25a0 SCOPE<\/strong>‘s Gateway’s program supports families of children aged 0 to 18 with developmental disabilities who are facing additional barriers such as ESL, mental health issues, have multiple children with disabilities, or are a low-income family. The program is offered at no cost and connects these families with resources and services in their community: https:\/\/www.calgaryscope.org\/services\/<\/a>

\u25a0 Between Friends<\/strong> offers a variety of social community outings for children and youth with disabilities: https:\/\/betweenfriends.ab.ca\/about-us\/<\/a>

\u25a0 Potential Place <\/a>– <\/strong>Support for adults with mental health diagnoses in improving their lives through community, work and mentorship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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