FMS Learning Series
Learn to enhance the life of a family member with intellectual disabilities through our Family Managed Supports (FMS) Learning Series.
Explore the Family Managed Supports Learning Series
The Darrel Cook Family Managed Supports Resource Centre (FMSRC) 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 intellectual 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 intellectual disabilities.
Positive Approaches
Join us in a session where we discuss the critical issue of how individuals with intellectual disabilities are often misunderstood and mislabeled. We will introduce thoughtful and positive approaches, used by Inclusion Alberta in collaboration with families, individuals, FMS or FSCD staff and service providers.
November 2, 2024Crafting a Vision for an Inclusive Life
A vision can serve as a beacon, ensuring actions and support are tailored to your family member’s goals, fostering inclusion and a normative path, while safeguarding against a life on a special or segregated course. Join us in a session where we unpack the value of crafting a compelling vision as a means of ensuring a meaningful and inclusive life in the community for your loved one.
January 25, 2025Exploring Opportunities for Creating Meaningful Employment
Employment is a vital part of life for most people, providing not only a source of income but also a sense of purpose, belonging and the opportunity for connection and friendship. Join us in a session where we focus on how families, networks and FMS or FSCD support staff can collaborate and search for job opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
February 8, 2025Creating & Facilitating Relationships through Community Engagement
This session will offer strategies and ideas for fostering community participation and how to connect people through community opportunities based on shared interests and abilities. Join us for a session as we explore the power of meaningful relationships for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
March 1, 2025