Family Support for Children with Disabilities
Family Support for Children with Disabilities
Family Support for Children with Disabilities
What is FSCD?
What is FSCD?
The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program is administered by Alberta Children's Services. It provides funding and supports to families raising children with disabilities — including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
FSCD funding is held by the family, not the clinic. Families work directly with an FSCD caseworker to determine eligibility, funding levels, and approved services. Kids ETC works within the framework of your existing contract to deliver services.
Visit the Government of Alberta FSCD website for more information—>
The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program is administered by Alberta Children's Services. It provides funding and supports to families raising children with disabilities — including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
FSCD funding is held by the family, not the clinic. Families work directly with an FSCD caseworker to determine eligibility, funding levels, and approved services. Kids ETC works within the framework of your existing contract to deliver services.
Visit the Government of Alberta FSCD website for more information—>
The Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) program is administered by Alberta Children's Services. It provides funding and supports to families raising children with disabilities — including children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
FSCD funding is held by the family, not the clinic. Families work directly with an FSCD caseworker to determine eligibility, funding levels, and approved services. Kids ETC works within the framework of your existing contract to deliver services.
Visit the Government of Alberta FSCD website for more information—>
Who Qualifies?
Is your family eligible for FSCD?
Who Qualifies?
Who Qualifies?
Is your family eligible for FSCD?
To qualify for FSCD funding, your child must be under 18, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and a resident of Alberta. The person applying must be the child's parent or legal guardian. Eligibility and funding levels are determined by Alberta Children's Services — Kids ETC does not assess eligibility, but we're happy to answer questions about how our services fit into an existing or pending contract.
Waitlists for FSCD assessment and funding approval can be lengthy. If your family hasn't applied yet, we recommend starting the process as early as possible.
To qualify for FSCD funding, your child must be under 18, a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, and a resident of Alberta. The person applying must be the child's parent or legal guardian. Eligibility and funding levels are determined by Alberta Children's Services — Kids ETC does not assess eligibility, but we're happy to answer questions about how our services fit into an existing or pending contract.
Waitlists for FSCD assessment and funding approval can be lengthy. If your family hasn't applied yet, we recommend starting the process as early as possible.
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Funding Types
Funding Types
FSCD funding is typically approved under one of two contract types, and understanding which one your family has helps set expectations for service hours and duration.
Understanding which one your family has helps set expectations for service hours and duration.
Understanding which one your family has helps set expectations for service hours and duration.
Funding Types
Behaviour and Developmental Support
BDS is often the entry point for families new to FSCD funding. It covers a 6-month period and is intended for children working with one or two service providers.
Behaviour and Developmental Support
BDS is often the entry point for families new to FSCD funding. It covers a 6-month period and is intended for children working with one or two service providers.
Behaviour and Developmental Support
BDS is often the entry point for families new to FSCD funding. It covers a 6-month period and is intended for children working with one or two service providers.
Specialized Services
Specialized services is a broader contract for children with complex or critical needs across multiple areas (e.g., behaviour, communication, physical, and cognitive support). It covers 12 months and supports access to three or more service providers.
Specialized Services
Specialized services is a broader contract for children with complex or critical needs across multiple areas (e.g., behaviour, communication, physical, and cognitive support). It covers 12 months and supports access to three or more service providers.
Specialized Services
Specialized services is a broader contract for children with complex or critical needs across multiple areas (e.g., behaviour, communication, physical, and cognitive support). It covers 12 months and supports access to three or more service providers.
Please Note
Kids ETC does not provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) or Occupational Therapy (OT) services, and we do not directly bill FSCD or insurance companies. Families are responsible for managing their FSCD contract and payments.
Because FSCD funding rates don’t always cover the full cost of therapy services, a private cost-share may apply even with an active FSCD contract.
If your family has independently hired SLP or OT professionals, our team is happy to collaborate with those providers to ensure consistent, coordinated care for your child.
Please Note
Kids ETC does not provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) or Occupational Therapy (OT) services, and we do not directly bill FSCD or insurance companies. Families are responsible for managing their FSCD contract and payments.
Because FSCD funding rates don’t always cover the full cost of therapy services, a private cost-share may apply even with an active FSCD contract.
If your family has independently hired SLP or OT professionals, our team is happy to collaborate with those providers to ensure consistent, coordinated care for your child.
Please Note
Kids ETC does not provide Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) or Occupational Therapy (OT) services, and we do not directly bill FSCD or insurance companies. Families are responsible for managing their FSCD contract and payments.
Because FSCD funding rates don’t always cover the full cost of therapy services, a private cost-share may apply even with an active FSCD contract.
If your family has independently hired SLP or OT professionals, our team is happy to collaborate with those providers to ensure consistent, coordinated care for your child.
What We Provide
What We Provide
What We Provide
FSCD services at Kids ETC
We provide ABA-based services for families who hold active FSCD contracts, delivered by qualified clinicians and aligned with your child's individualized goals.
Comprehensive ABA therapy programs
Individualized, data-driven treatment programs developed and supervised by a Registered Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Behavioural aide support & training
Trained therapy aides deliver 1:1 sessions under BCBA supervision, following your child's individualized program.
Parent coaching & collaboration
We equip parents with practical strategies to reinforce your child's learning between sessions — at home and in the community.
Case supervision & treatment planning
Your case supervisor oversees all programming, monitors progress data, and adjusts goals in collaboration with your family and FSCD caseworker.
Clinical coordination & case management
Your Clinic Director acts as your point of contact throughout your FSCD-funded care — writing and updating your child's Individual Support Plan (ISP), scheduling team meetings, and collaborating with external providers (such as SLP and OT) to keep your child's care aligned. We're here to help guide your family through each step of the FSCD process.
FSCD services at Kids ETC
We provide ABA-based services for families who hold active FSCD contracts, delivered by qualified clinicians and aligned with your child's individualized goals.
Comprehensive ABA therapy programs
Individualized, data-driven treatment programs developed and supervised by a Registered Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Behavioural aide support & training
Trained therapy aides deliver 1:1 sessions under BCBA supervision, following your child's individualized program.
Parent coaching & collaboration
We equip parents with practical strategies to reinforce your child's learning between sessions — at home and in the community.
Case supervision & treatment planning
Your case supervisor oversees all programming, monitors progress data, and adjusts goals in collaboration with your family and FSCD caseworker.
Clinical coordination & case management
Your Clinic Director acts as your point of contact throughout your FSCD-funded care — writing and updating your child's Individual Support Plan (ISP), scheduling team meetings, and collaborating with external providers (such as SLP and OT) to keep your child's care aligned. We're here to help guide your family through each step of the FSCD process.
FSCD services at Kids ETC
We provide ABA-based services for families who hold active FSCD contracts, delivered by qualified clinicians and aligned with your child's individualized goals.
Comprehensive ABA therapy programs
Individualized, data-driven treatment programs developed and supervised by a Registered Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Behavioural aide support & training
Trained therapy aides deliver 1:1 sessions under BCBA supervision, following your child's individualized program.
Parent coaching & collaboration
We equip parents with practical strategies to reinforce your child's learning between sessions — at home and in the community.
Case supervision & treatment planning
Your case supervisor oversees all programming, monitors progress data, and adjusts goals in collaboration with your family and FSCD caseworker.
Clinical coordination & case management
Your Clinic Director acts as your point of contact throughout your FSCD-funded care — writing and updating your child's Individual Support Plan (ISP), scheduling team meetings, and collaborating with external providers (such as SLP and OT) to keep your child's care aligned. We're here to help guide your family through each step of the FSCD process.
No FSCD Contract?
No FSCD Contract?
No FSCD Contract?
We also welcome private-pay families
Contact us to discuss options that work for your family.
We also welcome private-pay families
Contact us to discuss options that work for your family.
We also welcome private-pay families
Contact us to discuss options that work for your family.
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