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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...

The holiday season is a time of celebration and spending quality time with your family. It is also one of the most exciting and busiest times of the year. The festivities can bring on challenges and stress especially if you have loved ones who are dealing with sensory sensitivities. The glowing lights, lively music and...

Anyone who has ever worked towards a health or wellness goal knows that, in order to achieve it, you need to set yourself up for success. Creating realistic goals that work within your daily routine is key. But, even with a strong foundation, sticking to the routines that will lead you to your success can...

We have been notified by Alberta Health Services (AHS) on November 13, 2020 that an outbreak of COVID-19 has been declared at Entrust. A COVID-19 outbreak is declared when 5 or more cases are linked to a specific site or event.  What do we know about the outbreak?  The cases are spread over a few...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...