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Environmental Interventions: Our Proactive Approach

Posted Feb 02, 2021

There’s no doubt that our surroundings have a major impact on our overall well being. This is especially true for many of Entrust’s clients who are sensitive to—and sometimes triggered by—specific elements in their environment. For this reason, our team takes a proactive approach to environmental interventions within our residences. Our proactive approach begins at...

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Customized Employment for Persons with Disabilities at Entrust

Posted Oct 28, 2020

October is National Disability Employment Awareness month in Canada. As October comes to a close, we wanted to reflect on the annual event created to build awareness around the positive outcomes of hiring persons with disabilities.  Although many people with disabilities have excellent skills and a lot of talent to contribute to Canadian employers, their...

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A Sensory-Friendly Christmas

Posted 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...

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Advocates for an Accessible Edmonton

Posted 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...

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Essential Strategies for Taking Care of a Child with Autism

Posted Oct 29, 2024

Caring for a child with autism can bring immense joy and fulfillment, but it also presents unique challenges that require patience, understanding, and specialized support. Taking the right approach is crucial for fostering your child’s growth and development. Entrust Disability Services understands the complexities of autism care. We are committed to providing families with the...

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Supporting Families Through the Individualized Program Plan (IPP) Process in Alberta

Posted 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...

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