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3 Strategies for Reducing Anxiety Around the Holidays

Posted Nov 14, 2017

The holiday season is around the corner, bringing special events, vacations, delicious food, and unique experiences that only happen once a year. However enjoyable this season is, it does alter the typical routines kids have when in school and for those on the Autism Spectrum or with other developmental disabilities, this disruption can be stressful...

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5 Facts of Hiring Someone With a Disability

Posted Oct 19, 2017

Advocate for the meaningful inclusion of all Albertans.  Inclusive employment has several benefits for both the employee and employer. Here are 5 facts of hiring someone with a disability: 1: They are dependable and punctual employees For someone with a disability, they take great pride in their ability to contribute and are excited to come to work...

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4 Ways to Build Disability Awareness

Posted Oct 03, 2017

There is room for improvement when it comes to our national disability initiatives. Work is being done across Canada to have October officially recognized as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. And in the spirit of this month, we encourage you to help promote disability awareness to build safe and welcoming communities for everyone! Here is a quick...

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5 Ways to Make School a Great Experience

Posted Sep 11, 2017

The first week of September is over, your child’s back in school, getting familiar with their environment, and adjusting to their new schedule. The switch from summer to school is a major transition for children with developmental disabilities, and the first few weeks can be quite difficult for them as they are getting into the swing...

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Finding Belonging and Meaning at Entrust

Posted Sep 07, 2017

Robyn’s Story Robyn was diagnosed with Autism at age 11. She was finding it difficult to make connections with others, often times becoming very aggressive in situations that caused any anxiety or stress. After some time, Robyn’s mother realized she needed support and began looking at alternative options for providing her daughter with the care...

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Top 3 Tips for Back to School

Posted Aug 21, 2017

Advocate For Your Child With Preparation Children with cognitive or developmental disabilities, such as Autism or FASD, thrive with predictable, consistent routines. Summer holiday’s are a massive departure from the structure found within the school year thus making the transitional period between the school year and summer quite significant. With September right around the corner, we...

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Bringing Neighbourhoods Together

Posted Jul 17, 2017

For those with disabilities, it is often times difficult to find a place within a community. There are a number of barriers which can prevent individuals from making meaningful connections with others. With over 30 events hosted by Entrust homes over the summer, our annual Ice Cream Social plays a big part in breaking down these barriers.  We have...

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Kicking off K-days with a Pancake Breakfast

Posted Jul 05, 2017

K-days is around the corner and here in Edmonton it is another reason to get together to celebrate the summer! We will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast on Friday, July 21 from 8-10 a.m. near Londonderry Mall in the east side of the city at 14010 74 St. This event is a FREE, family-friendly event with...

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A Message from our C.E.O. – 20 year of Disability Care Service

Posted Jun 02, 2017

An ancient Chinese proverb says: “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.” Twenty years ago, a seed was planted by our founder, Kevin Hatch. The purpose of sowing the seed was to provide a service that made sense for various Albertan stakeholders. There was a need for a service that was...

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Guide for Parents of Down Syndrome Children in Alberta

Posted Mar 18, 2025

Parenting a child with Down syndrome can be both challenging and rewarding. For families in Alberta, numerous resources and support systems are available to help children thrive. Entrust Disability Services, with over 25 years of experience, plays a vital role in providing guidance and specialized care. This informative guide will help parents navigate early intervention...

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