Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)
At Creative Abilities Therapy Services, we are proud to collaborate with Alberta’s Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program to offer specialized services for children with disabilities and their families. FSCD provides essential funding and support for families, helping them access services tailored to their child’s unique needs. Our team is experienced in working within the FSCD framework to deliver individualized programs that foster growth, development, and a better quality of life for your child.
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If your family is eligible for FSCD support and you are seeking specialized services for your child, contact Creative Abilities Therapy Services today. Our team will help you navigate the FSCD process, from application to service delivery, ensuring your child receives the best possible care.
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What is FSCD?
The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program is a government-funded initiative in Alberta that offers financial support and access to resources for families raising children with disabilities. The program helps families navigate the complexities of caring for a child with special needs by providing funding for services such as therapy, respite care, specialized equipment, and more.
FSCD aims to reduce the financial and emotional stress placed on families by ensuring they have access to the resources and services necessary for their child’s development and well-being.
Our FSCD-Approved Services
Specialized Services
Behavioural and Developmental Support
Behavioural and Developmental Support
Our Specialized Services program is designed to provide comprehensive support to children who need help in multiple areas of development. We take a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together experts from various fields to create a cohesive support system for your child. This service is especially helpful for children with complex needs that require the expertise of more than one professional.
- Who’s Involved: Our team includes occupational therapists, psychologists, speech-language pathologists, behavioural consultants, and therapy aides. Each specialist contributes their knowledge to create a well-rounded plan that addresses every aspect of your child’s growth.
- What We Do: Specialized Services focus on holistic development, aiming to improve a wide range of skills, from motor function and communication to social interaction and emotional regulation. For example, an occupational therapist may work on improving fine motor skills while a speech-language pathologist helps your child develop better communication abilities. At the same time, a behavioral consultant may assist in creating positive behavior support strategies.
- How It Works: Once your child is approved for FSCD funding, we conduct an in-depth assessment to determine their specific needs. We then create an individualized service plan tailored to your child, ensuring that every professional involved has a clear understanding of their goals and needs. We also maintain regular communication with FSCD and your family to track progress and adjust the plan as necessary.
- Benefits: Specialized Services allow children to receive targeted support in multiple developmental areassimultaneously, ensuring that no aspect of their growth is overlooked. By combining the expertise of various professionals, we aim to help children reach their full potential and improve their ability to function independently in daily life.
Behavioural and Developmental Support
Behavioural and Developmental Support
Behavioural and Developmental Support
Our Behavioral and Developmental Support services are designed to address behavioral challenges and developmental delays, offering personalized interventions that help children develop key skills in emotional regulation, social interaction, communication, and daily living. This service is highly flexible and tailored to each child’s unique challenges and strengths.
- Behavioral Support: For children who may struggle with behaviors related to conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or emotional regulation issues, we create intervention plans that focus on:
- Emotional Regulation: Teaching children how to manage their emotions in various situations, reducing instances of emotional outbursts or frustration.
- Communication Skills: Helping children express their needs and wants effectively, reducing communication-related frustrations and improving social interaction.
- Positive Behavior Strategies: Working with children to reinforce desirable behaviors through positive reinforcement, while also teaching coping strategies for managing less desirable behaviors.
- Functional Life Skills: Addressing everyday challenges like transitioning between activities, following routines, and managing impulsivity in a structured and supportive manner.
- Developmental Support: Our developmental support services focus on helping children meet critical developmental milestones, such as improving social skills, cognitive abilities, and adaptive behaviors. We work closely with families to:
- Social Skills Training: Guiding children in learning how to interact positively with peers, engage in group activities, and build meaningful friendships.
- Cognitive Development: Assisting children with problem-solving, decision-making, and other cognitive functions that are essential for school and home life.
- Life Skills: Supporting children in learning self-care tasks, such as dressing, feeding, and hygiene, which promotes independence and confidence.
- Parent Involvement: We believe that parents are essential partners in a child’s developmental journey. As such, we provide parents with practical strategies and tools to reinforce progress at home. Parent coaching, family counseling, and continuous feedback ensure that the family is supported in managing behavioral challenges and promoting positive growth.
- School and Community Integration: We also work with schools, teachers, and community organizations to ensure consistency in the child’s development across all areas of life. By coordinating efforts between home, school, and therapy sessions, we create a unified approach that helps children generalize their skills in different environments.
How FSCD Works with Creative Abilities Therapy Services
If your child qualifies for FSCD services, our team will work with you to ensure a seamless process from start to finish. Here’s how we help families through the FSCD process:
- Initial Consultation: We begin by meeting with you to discuss your child’s needs and how FSCD services can benefit your family.
- FSCD Agreement: If you’re new to FSCD, we can guide you through the process of applying for funding. If you already have FSCD approval, we’ll review your current agreement to see how we can best support your child.
- Service Plan Development: Our multidisciplinary team will collaborate with you and FSCD to create a customized service plan that aligns with your child’s goals and your family’s needs.
- Ongoing Support and Communication: We maintain regular communication with FSCD and your family to monitor progress, make adjustments, and ensure your child continues to benefit from our services.
Why Choose Us for FSCD Services?
At Creative Abilities Therapy Services, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care that is tailored to each child’s individual needs. Our team of experienced professionals, including occupational therapists, behavioural consultants, speech-language pathologists, and psychologists, work closely with families to create positive outcomes.
We are committed to:
- Delivering high-quality services that meet FSCD guidelines and Alberta’s regulatory standards.
- Ensuring a family-centered approach that involves parents in every step of the process.
- Providing culturally inclusive care, with a focus on supporting children from immigrant communities and diverse backgrounds.
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