Community Resources
Resilient Heart strongly believes in closely collaborating with community partners to help build a strong network of resources for individuals and community members. On this page you can access relevant support, educational, respite and advocacy related resources for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
Our Collaborating Partners
Resource Directory
Plan Calgary
PLAN Calgary is a non-profit parent-led organization, whose main objective is to secure the future of people of all abilities by creating a good life now and in the future. We help parents and guardians plan for the future by building community around people of all abilities.
Contact Information
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Phone: 403-263-8226
Email: admin@plancalgary.ca
Website: https://www.plancalgary.ca
Able and Available Job Board
Able & Available Job Board is a dedicated online platform on a mission to empower individuals with disabilities by connecting them with meaningful employment opportunities with inclusive commitment and nationwide reach.
Contact Information
Easter Seals Alberta
Easter Seals Alberta is a registered charity that provides services that foster inclusion, independence and recreation for individuals with disabilities and medical conditions. Their Family Resource Center is a trusted hub providing vital guidance and resources to families and caregivers in need. We offer support with Guardianship, Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) and Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) applications.
It also offers accessibility supports with mobility equipment, home automation and educational scholarships. Easter Seals Alberta’s Camp Horizon is a fully accessible camp located just outside of Bragg Creek, Alberta. Camp Horizon provides year-round inclusive camp experiences for individuals of all ages with disabilities and medical conditions. McQueen Home is a self-governed, 24-hour personal care residence in Edmonton for people with disabilities looking to achieve more independence, greater inclusion in the community and access to employment, education and recreation.
Contact Information
Location: Calgary, Alberta (multiple locations)
Phone: 403-235-5662
Email: info@easterseals.ab.ca
Website: https://easterseals.ab.ca/
Transitional Vocational Program - Mount Royal University
The Transitional Vocational Program offers a number of different programs to adults with developmental disabilities. One program is the The Employment Preparation Certificate Program which is a year long program where students are taught pre-employment skills and are supported to find and maintain competitive employment. We also offer a variety of part-time classes that are designed to meet your needs and interests and build on life skills to promote independence.
Contact Information
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Phone: 403-440-6872
Email: tvp@mtroyal.ca
Website: https://www.mtroyal.ca/tvp/index.htm
Columbia College Employment Partnerships
Empowering Abilities and Building inclusive workplaces by preparing people with barriers to employment with soft skills training and supporting them trough the employment process. Supports include employment preparation classes, one on one with specialists to build resumes, job search, job application, interview preparation and on-site work support especially during on-boarding.
Contact Information
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Phone: 403-235-9318
Website: https://columbiacollege-cssd.ca/employment-partnerships/about-employment-partnerships
Gateway Association
Gateway Association is community support organization passionate about empowering families and people who live with disabilities to live fully authentic lives. It envisions a community where all children grow within a family; all children learn together in neighbourhood schools; all adults work at real jobs in the community; all adults have real homes and real friends; and all people are valued, contributing members of their communities.
Contact Information
The Integrated Post Secondary Society of Alberta (IPSESA)
IPSESA is a non-profit organization which supports adults with developmental disabilities by directly supporting their education and employment goals.
Contact Information
Location: University of Calgary, SAIT, St. Mary's University
Email: vepcats@ucalgary.ca
Phone: 403-220-2826
Website: https://www.ipsesocietyofalberta.com/inclusive-education
Safehaven Care Inc.
Safehaven Care Inc., provides personalized, specialized care for individuals of all ages – from children to seniors. Its services include in-home care, respite outings, specialized childcare, educational sessions, employment supports, senior care, and palliative care. It collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure each clients receive the tailored support they need to thrive. Safehaven is dedicated to empowering individuals and giving peace of mind to their families.
Contact Information
Location: Head office is in Chestermere, AB (Services available in Chestermere and Calgary)
Email: safehaven.care@hotmail.com
Phone: 403-889-5616
Website: https://www.safehavencareinc.ca/