Some types of supports that are frequently requested and funded are:

• Community living supports
• Employment and other weekday supports
• Specialized supports

Community Living Supports

These supports are available to assist you to live where you would like with the staffing supports necessary for you to lead the life you choose:

• Sometimes people have roommates and staffing that is available to provide assistance as required.
• Some individuals live with another family that shares their home and provides support.
• Sometimes people live independently but receive some help with banking, shopping, meal preparation, etc.
• Some individuals continue to live with their own families. Sometimes respite is necessary. An individual may require support because family members work or the family is unavailable. Respite can be overnight at another home or with staff that comes to the family home.

Occupational Supports

These supports are available to assist you as a contributing citizen in Alberta:

• Most individuals have the potential for employment. Some people want to learn how to write resumes and basic workplace expectations. Others want someone to assist them for a while with actually learning a job.
• Other individuals want to contribute in other meaningful ways such as volunteering.
• Some individuals prefer a "semi-retired" life, with the focus on hobbies and social activities.

Specialized Supports

PDD Edmonton Community Board tries to be creative with responses to your requests. Some examples of additional supports we can provide include:

• "Start-up" costs for furniture and other items for individuals leaving an institution with no personal belongings
• Access to behavioural consultants and counsellors for individuals, agencies and/or families who are experiencing difficulties
• Arranging assessments if eligibility is questioned or if other questions/concerns occur
• Assisting with transportation costs to and from employment or programs if regular transportation is inappropriate or unavailable