Posted Feb 01, 2020
Home & Community Care at Entrust The team at Entrust is excited to launch our very own Respite Services in Edmonton! Respite Care gives primary caregivers a break from the 24/7 demands and responsibilities of taking care of someone with complex needs. This kind of care is typically done at the residence of the client,...
Read MorePosted Dec 16, 2019
Getting Ready for the Holiday Season With dinners to plan, gifts to get, extended family functions, and steadfast traditions, the holidays can be stressful for anyone. For individuals with special sensory needs, the disruptions to routine and overwhelming social pressures are a lot to deal with – this can make the holidays particularly difficult for...
Read MorePosted Jul 05, 2019
The Summer Transition The transition over to a more relaxed schedule for our kiddos is here. There are a number of things that you can do to make sure their summer vacation maintains a bit of a routine and is focused on wellness. Top things to consider: 1. Your child has been in a fairly...
Read MorePosted Jun 26, 2019
What is a developmental disability? Let’s first get on the same page to what a developmental disabilities actually is. Developmental disabilities come in a variety of different forms. Some may be purely physical, such as blindness. They may affect mental ability, such as Autism. And, in many cases they are both physical and mental, such...
Read MorePosted Feb 26, 2019
What is Stimming? Self-stimulatory Behaviour. Stimming is a way that that people help themselves feel calm, soothed, or focused, but it can also be a huge source of joy. Stimming behaviours are repetitive, predictable actions that occur as a result of expressing or redirecting an emotion or sensory output. You are likely to see these...
Read MorePosted Oct 04, 2018
Building Accessibility for Those with Special Sensory Needs Edmonton International Fringe Festival: Inclusion Support Team Our team creates pathways for inclusion. This is a guiding principle for our Residential Care Program; our clients are involved as much as possible in community events, enjoy special outings, and even find meaningful employment. This year, our team was involved with...
Read MorePosted Aug 28, 2018
(Updated August 26, 2019) Back-to-School for Our Youth Clients. Clients in our youth group homes have thoroughly enjoyed their summer break. With the new school season right around the corner, we are starting to prepare our clients for the upcoming shift in routine. Those with developmental disabilities tend to thrive with routine, so the beginning and end...
Read MorePosted Jul 14, 2018
We have over 30 group homes found throughout some of Edmonton’s best neighbourhoods. Our Youth Residential Care Program is for individuals under 17. Communication We focus on building relationships with our clients and their families that are founded on complete trust and transparency. From the very first phone call we have with you, we are there to...
Read MorePosted Jun 14, 2018
Finding Fitness in the City Summer is the perfect time to kick off new, healthy-living routines. There are endless options to get your loved one moving, from games in the park to enjoying the day at a festival. For those with developmental disabilities, shifting out of unhealthy habits can be exceptionally difficult; it is largely up...
Read MorePosted Jun 01, 2018
It’s National Health and Fitness Day 🏋️ We all know that prioritizing and maintaining personal health is important; living a healthy lifestyle provides a myriad of psychological and physical benefits. This is true for everyone regardless of age or ability. For those with a developmental disability, there are some added factors that make health and...
Read MorePosted Oct 08, 2024
Supporting Families Through the Individualized Program Plan (IPP) Process in Alberta At Entrust Disability Services, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive support to families navigating the Individual Program Plan (IPP) process in Alberta. The IPP program in Canada is similar to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) in the United States. Both are designed to ensure...
Read MorePosted Oct 07, 2024
Intellectual disability, often referred to as intellectual impairment, is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects a person’s cognitive abilities, including learning, reasoning, problem-solving, and memory. This condition can manifest in various degrees of severity, impacting individuals’ daily lives and their ability to interact with the world around them. Understanding what intellectual disability is and how it...
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