Ability Society

Their goal is to see that all children and adults with special needs and seniors have the opportunity to gain a higher quality of life and become active participants in their community.

Ability OnLine

"Connecting kids with special needs for friendship and support". Ability OnLine is a friendly computer friendship network where children and youth with disabilities or chronic illnesses connect to each other as well as to their friends, family members, caregivers and supports.

Alberta Aids To Daily Living

Provides financial assistance to people who have a chronic disability or illness, and those who are terminally ill to gain access to authorized basic medical equipment including orthotics and standing aids and supplies so they can function more independently in a home or home-like setting.
To participate in the program, a person must have along-term disability lasting six months or more, or a chronic illness or terminal illness. Eligible people must also be an Alberta resident and have a valid Alberta Personal Health Care number.

Provides assessment, therapy programming and coordinated follow-up as appropriate for children with cerebral palsy.
1820 Richmond Road SW
Calgary, Alberta T2T 5C7
T: 403-943-7257

ACSLPA

Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists, provides leadership to audiologists and speech-language pathologists,ensuring communication and hearing health of the public.

To foster family leadership and advocacy in the pursuit of fully inclusive community lives for children and adults with developmental disabilities.

A not-for-profit association that exists to provide support to rehabilitation service providers of community-based services for people with disabilities. The goal is to ensure quality service delivery for clients. In fulfilling this mandate, AARC does not limit its support exclusively to its members. The association's education, accreditation and advocacy efforts also have a positive effect on organizations outside the umbrella.

Under the School Act, school boards are required to provide every resident student with an education. That includes providing access to special education programs for students with special needs.

Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) provides financial and health benefits for adult Albertans with a permanent disability that severely impairs their ability to earn a living. The level of benefits depends on income and assets. The maximum financial benefit is $850 per month.

The AFS provides respite care in a recreational environment for families with children-teens-adults in the Autism/Aspergers/PDD spectrum in the Calgary area.

Provides support to families of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders, resource for interested professionals, educators and care givers, provides single voice for families of persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders, creates general awareness and provide education.

A non-profit organization dedicated to providing information and support to families with a member diagnosed with Autism or a related disorder.

Between Friends enables participants to experience a sense of belonging and an enhanced quality of life. This is accomplished by providing quality social and recreational opportunities focusing on children and young adults with disabilities.

Braceworks

Braceworks full range of pediatric orthotic treatments includes AFOs, Boston Soft Body Jackets, and Standing Frames. Custom braces and orthotics for children and adults are made in Calgary, Alberta under the direction of Marc Schneider, BPE, Certified Orthotist.  

Calgary Quest School

Provides a multi-disciplinary pre-school program for children (aged 2-1/2 to 5-1/2 years old) and primary/secondary school program students (aged 5-1/2 to 20 years old) with special needs.
3405 Spruce Drive SW
Calgary, Alberta T3C 0A5
T: (403) 253-0003
E: ken@calgaryquestschool.com

Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing – Calgary

Assists individuals with a disability to lead richer and fuller lives through active participation in recreational and competitive skiing and snowboarding opportunities at Canada Olympic Park.

CCLS is committed to ensuring persons with developmental disabilities have dignity, rights and freedom.

Specializing in assessment of those with learning difficulties and with a special interest in activities to build the capacity of the community to support the complex needs of individuals who experience learning difficulties and consequently struggle with literacy.

Committed to improving lives for persons with developmental disabilities in Calgary and area for over 15 years.

Calgary Youth Physiotherapy 

A private practice specializing in pediatric rehabilitation offering individualized assessment and treatment programs for children with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida and Developmental Delay.

Canada Special Olympics

Provides sport opportunities directly for athletes with a mental disability and links them with other organizations providing integrated sport opportunities. Upcoming events, 2000 Winter Games, coaching information.

Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta

Collaborates with community agencies/ organizations to advocate on behalf of individuals with cerebral palsy. CPAA delivers programs and services, educates and provides information on treatment and resources relating to cerebral palsy in the province of Alberta

Champions Career Centre

A partnership of agencies, employers and government sponsors and shareholders dedicated to increasing the participation of disabled individuals in the Calgary and Southern Alberta workforce.

Children’s Link Society 

A central source of information for families of children with special needs in the Calgary area and the Rocky View Region

Chrysalis

This organization offers assessment, vocational training, employment, and alternatives to employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Community Rehabilitation and Disability Studies (CRDS) supports individuals, families and small groups affected by disabling conditions and chronic health concerns to live, learn, work and participate in their communities. CRDS provides education, design delivery and management of community-based services that offer short-term assistance and ongoing support. As such, CRDS responds to the challenges of health, education, advocacy, legal and social reform to empower individuals and communities.

The Conductive Education Website

A world-wide community of those whose common aim is to make Conductive Education available for all.

Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre

A non-profit, registered, charitable organization dedicated to including people with developmental disabilities into the community in real and meaningful ways.

The ultimate vision of the everyone belongs™ brand is that one day, people with developmental disabilities will be included, able to experience the ordinary things life has to offer, just like any other citizen. A natural outcome of this in turn, will be a life less defined by specialized services and more defined by participation and contribution.

Facts on cerebral palsy

This site was developed to provide helpful information to parents of children with cerebral palsy.

Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)

Provides support to assist families with some of the extraordinary demands resulting directly from their child's disability. This support includes specific financial benefits, information and referral, as well as assisting parents in obtaining and coordinating required services.

Gateway Association for Community Living provides support and education for individuals and their families living with developmental disabilities through family support, advocacy, training, and public awareness of community living.

Healthcare & Rehab Specialties

Provides a wide variety of home health care products such as aids for daily living, ambulatory aids, exercise equipment,incontinence/urological care products,bathroom and shower aids, cushioning and comfort products, and mobility equipment. Some of their equipment is available for rent.

Home Care Medical Supply Centre

Offers supplies such as lift chairs, wheelchairs and scooters, aids for daily living, magnetic therapy devices, walking aids, bathroom safety equipment, bladder control products, TENS and muscle stimulants, hospital and adjustable beds, impotence management devices, and adaptive clothing.

In-Definite Arts Society (Calgary)

A community based creative arts program for over 180 artists who happen to have developmental disabilities.

KidPower Special Needs Links

A comprehensive listing of websites that pertain to a wide variety of special needs. An excellent starting point when looking for information.

This registered charity provides information and support for people with learning disabilities. A voluntary, not-for-profit organization of parents, professionals and other concerned people, the LDAA works locally through its chapters and provincially to promote understanding and improved services for children and adults with learning disabilities.

The Calgary Chapter is a regional unit affiliated provincially (LDAA) and nationally (LDAC) with a network of agencies seeking to advance the education and well-being of children and adults who have been classified as having normal or potentially normal intelligence.

In-Home Support Services strives for excellence in providing home care services. We provide dedicated professionals and services that you can rely on, around the clock or on an as-needed basis.

MEDIchair Calgary

Sells and installs van lifts, stair lifts, porch lifts, ramps, elevators, bath lifts, grab bars, and many other products.

Motion Specialties Calgary

Our objective is to assist clients and therapists in determining your specific mobility and rehab needs. We provide appropriate equipment and the highest quality customer service to ensure your full satisfaction

NLDONLINE.CA

We are the Non-verbal Learning Disorder Society of Alberta (Canada). We are a non-profit society dedicated to supporting individuals with non-verbal learning disorders and their families, health care providers and teachers.

Pacekids

The PDD Alberta Provincial Board develops, implements, and evaluates a provincial plan for the delivery of supports to adults with developmental disabilities. The Provincial Board also coordinates, funds, monitors, and assesses Community Boards in the carrying out of their activities.

Providence Children’s Centre

Therapeutic and educational preschool for children with disabilities.

Renfrew Educational Services

Offers a variety of educational programs and specialized services for children from preschool to grade 6.

The Road Ahead Society Of Calgary is a family organization committed to supporting persons with disabilities as they develop meaningful relationships in the community, build positive lives, and create their vision for a sustainable future.

Rotary Challenger Park

Calgary Rotary Challenger Park is a barrier free conference and recreational facility that is accessible to all people regardless of their age or ability.  But it is more than that!  It is a model of community inclusiveness where persons with disabilities can play next to and with their able-bodied peers. 

The Robin Hood Association is a non-profit society that provides services to people with disabilities. The Robin Hood Association is made up of families and friends of people with disabilities.

Shriners Hospitals for Children

Comprises a network of 22 hospitals located throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico offering specialized medical care to children in pediatric orthopaedic care, severe burns and spinal cord injuries.

Shoppers Home Health Care  (Formerly H&H Care)

Sells a wide selection of equipment such as: wheelchairs, scooters, walking aids, stair and porch lifts, adjustable beds, incontinence supplies, bathroom aids, and a large variety of other assistive devices. Products are designed to enhance personal mobility, accessibility, and home safety/comfort. They also provide a vehicle adaptation service.

A registered charity striving for excellence in the provision of individual treatment services for persons with autism and related developmental disorders and offering quality support, consultation and educational services to families and the community. The Society believes in treating individuals with dignity and respecting their right to full participation in the community.

SPD Alberta

This connection group is for parents of individuals who have sensory processing disorder.

Sledge Hockey Alberta

Sledge Hockey is an innovative team sport that incorporates the same rules and discipline structure as regular ice hockey. Sledge Hockey players sit on specially designed sleds with skate blades under the seat and use two sticks, not only to pass, stick handle and shoot the puck, but also to propel and maneuver their sleds.

Therapy Connection (Calgary)

Assessment and treatment services are provided on a one-to-one basis and in group settings. The goal of intervention is to use developmentally appropriate activities, therapeutic techniques and environmental modifications to facilitate learning and to maximize each individual’s communication potential.

Transitions believes in supporting individuals with developmental delays and disabilities to achieve a full life and our services are organized to deliver on those beliefs. As an infant or child, Transitions focuses equal attention on parent and family support to promote a nurturing environment that is rich in learning opportunity. As an adult, the focus becomes independent living and relationship building. Always, these services are offered with concern for health and safety

Vocational and Rehabilitation Research Institute (VRRI)

Assists people with disabilities to live with dignity and value as contributing members of their community and to make informed and responsible choices in all aspects of their lives. Rehabilitation Review online.

Wheelchair Sports Alberta

Provides a variety of recreational and competitive sport opportunities to wheelchair athletes, coaches and volunteers in five sports: Wheelchair Basketball, Sledge Hockey, Wheelchair Athletics, Quad Rugby and Wheelchair Tennis.

William Watson Lodge

A unique facility nestled in the mountains of Peter Lougheed Provincial Park (Kananaskis Country, Alberta). The Lodge provides year-round, barrier-free accommodation for Albertans with disabilities and their guests.