Application and Eligibility

PDD funded supports and services can be provided to people who:

• Are at least 18 years of age
• Have onset of a developmental disability prior to age 18 years
• Have intellectual capacity significantly below average; and
• Have related limitations in two or more of the following adaptive skill areas: communications, self-care, home living, social skills, community use, self-direction, health & safety, functional academics, work, and leisure.

Once a person is determined to be eligible, supports and services are provided based on the specific circumstances of the individual as identified through a person centered planning process and ongoing involvement with the person, guardian, family and others.

A Community Supports Coordinator is the key person to help you determine if you are eligible for PDD funded supports.

Anyone who is interested in applying for PDD supports in Central Alberta is invited to contact the Community Supports Coordinator in the PDD Central Alberta Community Board office nearest them.

Offices are located in:

If you disagree with an eligibility decision you may use the Dispute Resolution Process to appeal that decision.