Grande Prairie FMS Learning Series

Learn to enhance the life of a family member with developmental disabilities through our Family Managed Supports (FMS) Learning Series.
Explore the Family Managed Supports Learning Series
The Inclusion Alberta Family Resource Centre – Grande Prairie hosts a Learning Series each year where families can learn more about how to best utilize their FMS funding to establish and sustain a good life for their family member with developmental disabilities. These events provide an opportunity to increase your knowledge and understanding about visioning and planning, facilitating relationships and creating employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Crafting a vision for an inclusive life
Join us for this workshop as we explore the important questions families have when planning for and with their loved ones with intellectual disabilities. Through our extensive experience, we have discovered that creating a compelling vision for a meaningful life is an incredibly potent tool in establishing a truly inclusive and fulfilling life for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
January 23, 2024Creating and facilitating relationships through community engagement
Join us in this session as we explore the importance of meaningful relationships for individuals with intellectual disabilities. This session will offer strategies for fostering community participation and inclusion and how to connect people through community opportunities.
February 6, 2024Exploring opportunities for creating meaningful employment
In this event, we will discuss how families, networks, and support staff of the FMS or FSCD can work together to promote job opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We will offer practical advice on how to utilize the resources provided by FMS or FSCD to create employment prospects and ensure successful on-the-job support.
March 2, 2024