Resources
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Childcare - Edmonton - Children and Youth
Alberta AdaptAbilites Association - Respite Center Drop-In
Phone: (780) 431-8446
Web: www.adaptabilities.ca/contact.asp
AdaptAbilities’ Respite Centre provides children, young adults and their families the opportunity to receive high-quality care when parents need to run errands, take a break or go to an appointment. Our knowledgeable relief care specialists give families peace of mind knowing their child or young adult is having fun and participating in specialized activities within a unique group setting.
Edmonton MFRC
Phone: 780-973-4011 ext 7048
The Edmonton MFRC has a variety of supports and resources for families with special needs and responsibilities. If you are new to the Edmonton area or need support in finding out how to set up childcare for a child with special needs contact the Edmonton MFRC.
Gateway Association for Community Living - Resource Guide
This is an online resource guide that is valuable for parents in the Edmonton area. There is information about a variety of services such as daycare, counselling, funding, accessibility and rights, education, health services and much more.
Nanny Services
Web: www.nannyservices.ca
If you are interested in hiring a Nanny, this website will be a great search tool. Here you will be able to search for child care providers and caregivers within your area looking for employment in child care, elder care, home care and much more.
It is extremely important that you interview any child care providers and is highly recommended that you ask for a criminal reference check. Please note: If you are hiring a Nanny, please keep in mind that you will act as an employer and need to find out all the tax and legal implications that go a long with that.
