Reach Your Potential

Disability Resources
 

Edmonton & Surrounding Area
 

1. Getting Started

Alberta Supports
Access to income support, disability programs, employment services, and housing assistance.
Website: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-supports

211 Alberta (Dial 2‑1‑1)
Free, 24/7 service that connects people to local health, social, and community resources.
Website: https://ab.211.ca
 

2. Financial Assistance Programs

Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)
Monthly financial support and health benefits for people with permanent disabilities.
Website: https://www.alberta.ca/aish
 

Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP)
Financial assistance (launching 2026) for people with disabilities who are able to work but still need support.
Website: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-disability-assistance-program
 

Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL)
Helps cover the cost of medical equipment and supplies such as wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistive devices.
Website: https://www.alberta.ca/aadl
 

Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP)
Financial assistance for home modifications such as ramps, lifts, and accessibility upgrades.
Website: https://www.alberta.ca/residential-access-modification-program
 

3. Health & In‑Home Support

Alberta Health Services – Home Care
In‑home support including personal care, nursing, and rehabilitation services.
Website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca
 

Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (Edmonton)
Specialized rehabilitation including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and assistive technology support.
Website: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/grh
 

4. Housing & Daily Living

Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD)
Funding and services for community living, employment, and residential support.
Website: https://www.alberta.ca/pdd
 

Entrust Disability Services
Residential and community support services for adults with disabilities.
Website: https://www.entrustdisabilityservices.ca
 

Excel Society
Housing, mental health support, and community living services.
Website: https://www.excelsociety.org
 

5. Community & Support Organizations

Chrysalis
Employment services and community inclusion programs.
Website: https://www.chrysalis.ca
 

Gateway Association
Family support, employment services, and community programs.
Website: https://www.gatewayassociation.ca
 

AdaptAbilities
Life skills, recreation, and community inclusion programs.
Website: https://www.adaptabilities.ca
 

Voice of Albertans with Disabilities (VAD)
Advocacy, appeals support (AISH, CPP‑D), and accessibility guidance.
Website: https://vadsociety.ca
 

Inclusion Alberta
Advocacy and employment support for people with disabilities.
Website: https://inclusionalberta.org
 

6. Social & Recreation

Networks Activity Centre (Edmonton)
Day programs, recreation, and community engagement opportunities.

Edmonton Down Syndrome Society
Support programs, resources, and community events.

Canadian Mental Health Association – Edmonton Region
Mental health programs, including community support and housing assistance.
Website: https://edmonton.cmha.ca
 

7. Employment Supports

Chrysalis Employment Programs
Gateway Association Employment Services
Inclusion Alberta Employment Supports

These organizations offer job readiness, skills development, and support finding meaningful employment.
 

8. Federal Supports
Canada Disability Benefits & Supports
Includes CPP Disability benefits, Disability Tax Credit, and the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP).
Website:
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/disability.html