Posted Nov 22, 2016
About a year-and-a-half ago, Deb Kien’s family needed help — urgently. Deb and her husband Kenton have two teenage daughters, each with a developmental disability. The couple, who lives in Fort Assiniboine, Alberta, adopted Ashlee and Jennifer when the girls were just eight and nine days old. Deb describes Ashlee, who is now 13, as...
Read MorePosted Oct 14, 2016
Tamara Konopelky, owner of Green Thumb Landscaping, was at a business networking event the first time she heard about Entrust. Tamara met Rory LaRocque-Walker, director of Entrust’s Framework for Life Program, at her BNI meeting. Rory was doing a presentation on meaningful employment when a statistic caught Tamara’s attention. “I think I remember him saying something like less than 25 percent of employers...
Read MorePosted Oct 06, 2016
Entrust client Cody lives at Frat and is a really cool kid. In the past, Cody had a negative experience with Robin, who also used to live at Frat. Cody witnessed Robin display challenging behaviour and became scared of her. Robin has since moved to Treehouse. Recently, Cody was out for a walk with Nithin,...
Read MorePosted Sep 28, 2016
Love and Respect Go a Long Way At Entrust, we always do our best for the wellbeing of our clients. We are always thinking about how we can deliver the best care and fully understand each client’s needs. Our daily challenge is to find ways to communicate effectively with our clients and connect with them...
Read MorePosted Sep 22, 2016
We all need a break from our daily routines every now and then. This summer Entrust client JW enjoyed a nice break from his daily life during a camping trip to Dinosaur Provincial Park (located about two-and-a-half hours southeast of Calgary). JW, one of his good friends and a few Entrust staff members made the four-and-a-half-hour...
Read MorePosted Sep 15, 2016
This summer, Entrust client Sado had a very successful day at K-Days! When Sado first expressed her desire to go to K-Days, the staff at Shack had concerns. Sado had often displayed challenging behaviour in crowded public places — things like removing clothing, confronting strangers and laying on the road. The staff talked with Sado about...
Read MorePosted Sep 08, 2016
The team at Range has always known client Marcel to be tech savvy. Marcel loves video games — he dives into each game and doesn’t give up until he’s mastered the skills to complete it. This summer Marcel participated in a Pokemon Tournament in downtown Edmonton. Surprising everyone, Marcel left his competitors in his dust and...
Read MorePosted Sep 01, 2016
Reece Thomas has been doing amazingly well lately! In the past, Reece didn’t like to wait for something he wanted — not even for a few seconds. Now he waits patiently for Entrust staff to help him. Reece is also following verbal prompts and has started repeating simple words; he can even count to 25...
Read MorePosted Aug 25, 2016
Cody Vandewark is an Entrust client who lives in Brownstone. Cody is a fun-loving boy who has developmental disabilities and is working towards gaining more independence. Cody has made wonderful progress lately. Recently, he prepared orange juice from a frozen can without any help from his caregivers. Cody followed the instructions perfectly, and kept the kitchen...
Read MorePosted Aug 18, 2016
Bonnie is a 25-year-old Entrust client who lives at the Shack residence. She is a very friendly young lady, but has shown challenging behaviour at times. Things like movies, dreams and conflicts with her roommate, Sado, sometimes upset Bonnie. The staff at Shack has been working with Bonnie for a long time. In the past,...
Read MorePosted Nov 25, 2024
Finding autism activities in Edmonton that are both enjoyable and developmentally stimulating can feel like a challenge. At Entrust Disability Services, we understand. With over 25 years of experience supporting individuals with autism, we’ve seen firsthand the power of engaging activities to build confidence, social skills, and a love for learning. This guide will explore...
Read MorePosted 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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