Gateways - Children
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Gateways program provides families who have a child(ren) with a developmental disability information about resources in the community and may also assist them to get connected to various services appropriate to the child(ren) with special needs.
Families must be eligible for FSCD, (Family Supports for Children with Disabilities).
SCOPE believes that children develop within the context of their families as well as their communities. Strengthening both are important goals.
TYPES OF SUPPORT
How we work:
- We evaluate the needs, strengths and resources of the family.
- We assist families with lifelong planning to meet the needs of the child and family.
- We support families to connect with each other and with community services.
- We assist families to develop skills to become effective care managers.
- We offer short-term support during major life transitions or times of stress.
- We work collaboratively with other agencies to identify and begin to address gaps in services within the community.
- We assist families in planning for relief and respite.
- We provide an outreach model of service.
- We advocate for families.
- To make a referral call: (403) 717-7696
MISSION DRIVEN BY THESE ACTIONS/BELIEFS
The Calgary SCOPE Society believes.
We believe that families know what is best for them. Our staff is the most effective when they act as families' allies.
We believe that families and SCOPE staff can work together to develop plans that are put into action. SCOPE staff can support families as they work to get their needs met.
We believe in the importance of bringing together team members from a variety of backgrounds to provide services that meet the unique needs of families.