Local Resources, Support Groups & Associations
Alberta Easter Seals --
The Easter Seal Society is a direct service organization committed to
providing world class, quality programs and services to help people with disabilities and
their families live with equality, dignity and independence.
Canadian Association for Young
Children (CAYC) -- The CAYC exists to provide a voice on critical issues related to the
quality of life of all young children and families.
Canadian Cancer Society -- Local
community contacts and access online resources through the Canadian
Cancer Society, a national, community-based organization of volunteers whose mission is to
eradicate cancer and enhance the quality of life for people living with cancer.
Canadian Diabetes Association -- Learn
about diabetes research, education, service, and advocacy issues through the Canadian Diabetes
Association. Also locate regional offices, local programs, and health monitoring programs.
Canadian Lung Association
-- Locate the Alberta affiliate of the Canadian Lung Association dedicated to
promoting and improving lung health for all Canadians. Their mission is to lead nationwide and
international lung health initiatives, prevent lung disease, help people manage lung disease, and
promote lung health.
Canadian National Institute for the
Blind (CNIB) -- CNIB is a nationwide, community-based charity committed to research, public
education, and vision health for all Canadians. CNIB provides the services and support necessary
for people to enjoy a good quality of life while living with vision loss.
Dotsplus -- DotsPlus ,
produced by Oregon State University, is a device-independent typeface developed for blind
readers that intends to encompass a large set of symbols in addition to standard braille.
HealthTalk -- Sounding like talk
radio shows, but delivered both over the telephone - via toll-free numbers - and the
Internet, HealthTalk is a free, around-the-clock service that
connects patients and family members worldwide with leading medical experts and also with
other people like themselves.
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada
-- Locate the Alberta affiliate of the Heart and Stroke Foundation -
dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. The website offers information on healthy living, events, and
volunteer opportunities.
Kidney Foundation of Canada -- The
Kidney Foundation of Canada is the national volunteer organization committed to reducing the
burden of kidney disease through funding and stimulating innovative research; providing education
and support; promoting access to high quality healthcare; and increasing public awareness and
commitment to advancing kidney health and donation.
March of Dimes Canada
-- The March of Dimes Canada is a nationally registered charitable organization providing
support services to people with disabilities, their families, and caregivers across Canada.
Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada
-- The mission of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada is to be a leader in finding a cure for
multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life.
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