Links
Advocacy
Ability Society
This non-profit Society offers a range of practical services, from information requests, skill and needs assessments to assistive device recommendations. Head office is located in Calgary, Alberta.
http://www.abilitysociety.org/
Alberta Committee of Citizens with Disabilities (ACCD)
The Alberta Committee of Citizens with Disabilities is a consumer-driven provincial organization of persons within the cross-disability community. They actively promote the full participation of persons with disabilities within the social, economic, and political life of our communities.
http://www.accd.net
Alberta Disabilities Forum (ADF)
The Alberta Disabilities Forum is a group of over 30 non-profit provincial organizations of and for people with disabilities who have come together to share ideas and resources, and to bring forward a unified voice on issues important to Albertans with disabilities.
http://www.adforum.ca/
Children's Ability Fund
The Children's Ability Fund provides funds to assist people with disabilities in the communities of northern Alberta .
http://www.childrensabilityfund.ab.ca/
Premier's Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities
The mission of the Alberta Premier’s Council is to champion significant improvement in the lives of persons with disabilities.
http://www.seniors.gov.ab.ca/css/premiers_council/
The Support Network
The Support Network, based in Edmonton, Alberta produces a "Directory of Community Services" and operate a 24 hour Distress Line at (780) 482-HELP (4357).
http://www.thesupportnetwork.com
Assistive Equipment
AADL - Alberta Aides to Daily Living
Alberta Aides to Daily Living mandate is to assist individuals who have a chronic disability or illness and those who are terminally ill to receive authorized basic medical equipment and supplies for more independent functioning in a home or home like setting.
http://www.seniors.gov.ab.ca/AADL/index.asp
Alberta Consortium for Rehabilitative and Assistive Technology (ACRAT)
ACRAT is an Alberta initiative focusing on assistive technologies and the role they play in enabling participation in society by persons with disabilities.
http://www.acrat.ca
AltaMobility
An Edmonton, Alberta based business whose mission is to provide to North Americans an effective and low-cost service to aid in the recycling of used healthcare equipment.
http://www.altamobility.ca
D&C Mobility
D&C Mobility Solutions is an Edmonton , Alberta based company. They are the Canadian distributor of "The Magic Bullet".
http://www.dcmobilitysolutions.com
Geek on Wheels
Geek on Wheels mission is to help people get the most from technology. If you are a new computer user and get overwhelmed by new things to learn, we can help. Edmonton , Alberta area only at this time.
http://www.geekonwheels.ca
ErgoCanada
ErgoCanada offers a wide range of ergonomic products including keyboards (adjustable, contoured, separated, vertical, low-force, compact, small footprint, one-handed, DVORAK, large key, children's, etc.), mice (contoured, left-handed, vertical, hands-free, etc.), touchpads, trackballs, etc.
http://www.ergocanada.com/index.html
Handi Connections
Located in Calgary, Alberta, Handi Connetions is the sole distributer in North America for Team Hybrid, the Manual/Powered Hand Cycles and accessories.
http://www.handiconnections.com
Madentec Limited
Madentec Limited, an Alberta based business, is a leading supplier of assistive technology for people with physical disabilities.
http://www.madentec.com
Sorano 650
Wheels Looking for a better set of wheels for your wheelchair? The Sorano wheels are the most lightweight wheelchair wheels on the market. They have a ton of great features that answer many of the concerns with the current wheels available. The Sorano wheelchair will be made in Alberta and will be available August 2005. It will be the most advanced manual wheelchair the world has ever seen.
http://www.strykersorano.com/rearwheels
Community
Crip College
Created by Christian Bagg from Calgary, Alberta, "Crip College" serves an excellent resource for people with disabilities. Meet people from all around the world who share frustrations and obstacles in becoming accustomed to life in a wheelchair. Find some great articles that will help give you the support and motivation you require! Learn new tricks to help make the mobility in your chair more fun and convenient! Browse through a ton of really cool photos! And stay in tune with the latest in chairs!
http://www.cripcollege.com
Native Friendship Centres - Alberta
The Alberta Native Friendship Centre Association (ANFCA)works in partnership to build a future of health, equality and understanding for an urban Aboriginal population.
http://www.albertafriendshipcentres.ca
Rotary Challenger Park
Calgary Rotary Challenger Park is a barrier free conference and recreational facility that is accessible to all people regardless of their age or ability. But it is more than that! It is a model of community inclusiveness where persons with disabilities can play next to and with their able-bodied peers. We welcome individuals and organizations to run their programs at Calgary Rotary Challenger Park.
Government Programs
AISH - Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped
Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) is an income support program for adult Albertans with a permanent disability that severely impairs their ability to earn a living.
http://www.seniors.gov.ab.ca/aish
Alberta Transportation
Alberta Transportation website provides Barrier Free information on the various projects and initiatives that the Advisory Committee and its working groups have completed or are currently working on. Such as the Intercommunity Transportation Guide & Parking Placards.
http://www.infratrans.gov.ab.ca/Policies_%26_Legislation/Barrier_Free/index.htm
Health & Wellness - Alberta Government
Alberta Government site that provides news on Alberta's health system and maps/addresses for the Regional Health Authorities. Click on Health Regions, then Contact your RHA.
http://www.health.gov.ab.ca/
Service Alberta touches the lives of Albertans every day. Whether registering a car, buying a house, starting a business or looking for information about the province's consumer protection legislation, Albertans are accessing some of the many services, products and information offered by the Ministry of Service Alberta.
Homecare
Residential Aide Placement Service
RAPS is an Edmonton , Alberta not for profit organization that specializes in establishing an employer/employee relationship between the individual with the disability and the Residential Aide.
http://www.rapsedm.org
WorldWide Caregivers
The Mission of Worldwide Caregivers Inc. is to provide a platform for international caregivers to be recognized for their abilities, talents, qualities and availability to provide their services to Employers anywhere in the world. WorldWide Caregivers contact in Canada is located in Edmonton , Alberta .
http://www.worldwidecaregivers.ca
Housing
Abby Road Housing Co-op-Edmonton
The essence of the Abby Road co-op was the establishment of a barrier free home, where physically challenged people could live independently through the provision of a program providing personal care and housekeeping to those members needing the services.http://www.abbyroadco-op.org/index.htm
Accessible Housing Society - Calgary
Calgary, Alberta based non-profit organization and registered charity with a mandate to create opportunities for safe, affordable, barrier-free housing for people experiencing mobility problems.
http://www.ahscalgary.ca
Innovative Housing Society (Formerly Handicapped Housing Society)
Innovative Housing Society is an Edmonton, Alberta based non-profit organization. Their housing regisrty assists persons with disabilities to find accessible, affordable and safe housing.
http://www.innovativehousing.ca
RAM Manufacturing Ltd.
RAM Manufacturing Ltd. is an Alberta company that designs & manufactures vertical elevating products for residential & commercial buildings. Our lifts can be customized to accomodate new or existing buildings with little or no modification.
http://www.trustram.com
Residential Access Modification Program (RAMP)
RAMP, formerly called the Home Adaptation Program (HAP) is an Alberta Government program that provides grants for permanent wheelchair modifications that facilitate access into or movement within a home by the wheelchair user.
http://www.seniors.gov.ab.ca/housing/family_special/supportive_housing/index.asp
Visibility
Visitability is a movement to change home construction practices so that virtually all new homes--not merely those custom-built for occupants who currently have disabilities--offer a few specific features that make the home easier for people who develop a mobility impairment to live in and visit. Several people have asked for a more detailed definition, noting that the list of required features has not been identical in all Visitability legislation, handouts and other materials, and in some voluntary programs.
http://www.concretechange.org/
Research and Treatment
Alberta Centre for Injury Control & Research (ACICR)
The ACICR strengthens and helps coordinate injury control in Alberta. This Centre provides support for agencies, practitioners and other key stakeholders who do work related to injury prevention, emergency medical services, acute care and rehabilitation.
http://www.med.ualberta.ca/acicr
Centre for Ambulatory Rehabilitation Research and Education (CARRE)
CARRE is a research translational facility. It is housed in Corbett Hall, University of Alberta. The aim is to develop better methods for retraining walking after injury to the nervous system. The current focus is on spinal cord injury.
http://www.rehabmed.ualberta.ca/carre
SCITCS - Spinal Cord Injury Treatment Centre Society
SCITCS is an Edmonton, Alberta based organization dedicated to helping others help themselves.
http://www.scitcs.org
SCI Education Initiative
This Education Initiative offers detailed information on spinal cord injury: anatomy, bladder, bowel, spasticity, pressure sores, etc.
This website is produced in partnership with the Alberta Paraplegic Foundation and the Glenrose & Foothills hospitals.
Steadward Centre
The Steadward Centre provides fitness & lifestyle programs, instruction and research for people with physical disabilities. The Centre is one of the research centres and units in the University of Alberta's Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation.
http://www.steadwardcentre.org
Sports and Leisure
Alberta Northern Lights Wheelchair Basketball
Alberta Northern Lights Wheelchair Basketball supports the development of the whole person, from a health, fitness and sports perspective.
http://www.albertanorthernlights.com
Canadian Association for Disabled Skiing
Alberta Disabled Skiers of Alberta (DSA) is dedicated to providing disabled children and adults with the opportunity to learn, teach and compete in the sport of skiing.
http://www.cadsalberta.ca/main.php
Little Bits Therapeutic Riding Association
An Edmonton, Alberta based non-profit organization that offers persons with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy the therapeutic and recreational benefits of horseback riding.
http://www.littlebits.ca
Paralympic Sports Association
Paralympic Sports Association provides recreation and sport programs in the Edmonton, Alberta area for children, youth and adults with a physical disability.
http://www.parasports.net
Transportation
DATS - Disabled Adult Transit Service
DATS is an Edmonton , Alberta based service that provides door-to-door, shared-ride transportation for persons who are unable to use regular public transit due to a physical or mental disability. Click on Transit.
http://www.edmonton.ca/portal/server.pt
Driving Force
Accessiable Van Rental! DRIVING FORCE in Edmonton , Alberta has two, 2003 Dodge Caravans available for daily, weekly or monthly rental. To book your rental call 1-800-936-9353.
http://www.drivingforce.ca/car-rentals/
Handi-Bus
Handi-Bus is a Calgary Alberta based transit system that serves Calgarians with permanent or temporary physical and/or developmental disabilities who are unable to use regular transit with safety and dignity.
http://www.calgaryhandibus.com
Parking Placards for Persons with Disabilities
Alberta Transportation program that allows registered persons with disabilities to park in designated parking stalls. A person must be unable to walk 50 metres in order to qualify. Click on "Barrier Free".
http://www.infratrans.gov.ab.ca/Policies_%26_Legislation/index.htm
Travel
Amble-Inn, Bed & Breakfast
The Amble Inn is fully accessible and located in beautiful Canmore, Alberta just 15 minutes from the townsite of Banff, nestled in the Rocky Mountains.
http://www.amble-inn.com
Camp He Ho Ha
Camp Health, Hope & Happiness is located 50 km west of Edmonton, Alberta. A summer camp for children and adults with disabilities. A year round facility rental program.
http://www.camphehoha.com
Camp Horizon
Easter Seal's Camp Horizon is a residential camp specializing in providing programs for Albertans with disabilities and illnesses such as cancer and diabetes.
http://www.easterseals.ab.ca/camp/
Edmonton Tourism
Official Tourism Site For the Edmonton, Alberta Capital Region.
http://www.edmonton.com
U.S. Air Travelers Travel Guide
Check out this travel guide for air travelers with disabilities in the U.S. This information will be very useful for anyone traveling to the U.S. as well:
www.unitedspinal.org/pdf/accessible_air_travel.pdf
Wild Rose Cabins
Wild Rose Cabins features wheelchair access. Your ultimate getaway from the busy city. Visitors to Grande Prairie, Alberta now have an alternative but pleasant place to stay, only minuets from the city.
http://www.wildrosecabins.com
William Watson Lodge
Nestled within the scenic mountains of Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, Kananaskis Country, Alberta, the William Watson Lodge provides barrier free accommodation for persons with disabilities and their guests.
http://www.cd.gov.ab.ca/enjoying_alberta/parks/featured/kananaskis/facilities_wwlodge.asp
Other organizations
The purpose of The Alberta Paraplegic Foundation is to fund worthwhile scientific and community development projects related to spinal cord injury. It was established to create a permanent legacy to honour what Rick had accomplished and to support his objective to increase awareness of the potential of people with disabilities.