Informative Links
General
Government of Alberta - PUF Funding - PUF stands for Program Unit Funding. GRIT accesses this funding each year through the Aberta Government. Visit the website here.
Family Support for Children with Disabilities - The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Program provides a wide range of family-centred supports and services, including resources and funding. Visit their website or call Calgary's Disability Services office: 403-297-7971
Children's Link - An online collection of resources for your family and child. Visit their website here.
VLRC - VLRCs community-based services empower Canadians who are blind or partially sighted to live independently – to see beyond vision loss. Their website contains information, resources and news about vision loss in your community.
Autism Calgary - A local agency that provides information on local resources, treatments and events. They offer parent support groups, seminars and recreational programs for children and adults on the spectrum. Visit their website here.
Canadian Down Syndrome Society - Access information and learn about upcoming events and programs for children and adults with down syndrome. Visit their website here.
Alberta Education - Access information on programming and supports available in the Alberta education system. Visit the website here.
Alberta Health Services - Access information about medical conditions and available services in Alberta here.
Alberta Government - Access information about local resources and supports for families, parents and children. Visit their website here.
Alberta Children's Hospital - Learn about what the Children's Hospital has to offer families and children before, during and after visits. Visit their website here.
Canada Revenue Agency - Learn about the tax benefits and allowances you may be eligible for to help cover the costs of caring for your child with special needs. Visit the website here.


