Parent Support & Advocacy Groups in Calgary, Alberta
Compare 6 listings for parent support & advocacy groups in Calgary, Alberta. Review available age groups, languages, settings and contact details, then confirm current services, fees and wait times with each provider.
Support and advocacy organizations connect families with peer support, workshops, help navigating school plans (IEPs) and funding programs, and someone to talk to who has been there. Many are parent-founded nonprofits and free to join. They are often the fastest way to learn how services actually work in your area — ask about parent mentoring and newcomer sessions.
How to compare parent support & advocacy groups in Calgary
Compare peer support, advocacy help, meeting format, eligibility, languages and fees. Listing details can change, so confirm fit, availability and costs directly before making a decision.
- Is the group for parents, caregivers, autistic adults, siblings or a particular community?
- Are meetings facilitated, peer-led, professionally led or a mix of formats?
- What privacy expectations, accessibility supports and language options are available?
- How can someone join, and are meetings free, online, in person or offered both ways?
Providers
Autism Calgary Association
Autism Calgary is an association supporting autistic individuals and families in Calgary through peer support, resource navigation, and community education. Services include family support, adult…
- Age groups
- school age 6 12, teens 13 17, adults 18 plus
- Languages
- en
- Settings
- clinic, community, telehealth
Phone: +1 403-250-5033
The Sinneave Family Foundation
Sinneave Foundation is a Canadian operating foundation focused on reducing barriers and enhancing opportunities for autistic youth and adults in education, employment, and housing. They offer peer…
- Age groups
- teens 13 17, adults 18 plus
- Languages
- en
- Settings
- community, telehealth
Phone: +1 403-210-5000
SASS
Society for Autism Support and Services (SASS) is an Alberta-based registered charity providing comprehensive educational and consulting services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and…
- Age groups
- early intervention 0 3, preschool 3 5, school age 6 12, teens 13 17, adults 18 plus
- Languages
- en
- Settings
- clinic, in home, community
Phone: +1 403-253-2291
Findings Resource Centre Inc.
Findings Resource Centre offers Skills Lab and respite care services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism. Services are tailored to individual interests and ability…
- Age groups
- adults 18 plus
- Languages
- en
- Settings
- community
Phone: +1 403-457-1889
Scope Society of Alberta
SCOPE Society of Alberta is a registered non-profit organization supporting individuals with disabilities across their lifespan in Alberta. They offer community outreach services, family counselling…
- Age groups
- early intervention 0 3, preschool 3 5, school age 6 12, teens 13 17, adults 18 plus, seniors 65 plus
- Languages
- en
- Settings
- community
Phone: +1 403-509-0200
Calgary Alternative Support Services
Calgary Alternative Support Services (CASS) is a community-based organization supporting up to 500 people with disabilities to live, work, play, and participate in their communities. CASS provides…
- Languages
- en
- Settings
- community, in home
Phone: +1 403-283-0611
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Funding & support programs in Alberta
- Disability Tax Credit (DTC) — Federal non-refundable tax credit for people with severe and prolonged impairments, or supporting family members…
- Autism Nova Scotia — Provincial non-profit offering programs, regional supports, advocacy, employment and recreation services for autistic…
- Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) — Long-term savings plan for an eligible beneficiary who is DTC-approved, has a valid SIN, is a Canadian resident when…
- The Passport Program: Funding for Community Life & Caregiver Respite (Adults 18+) — Ontario funding for eligible adults with developmental disabilities to support community participation, daily living…
- Vulnerable Persons Registry — Waterloo and Partner Communities — Free, voluntary registry that gives participating local police services emergency information about a vulnerable person…