Resources
Our goal is to improve relations between the deaf and hard of hearing community and the hearing centered world around it.
Interpreting
We can refer you to several interpreting agencies across Alberta if you are in need of American Sign Language interpreters for appointments or services.
Resources
If you are looking for a specific resource or service not listed below, please reach out to AAD directly by email or videochat to ask.
Deaf-Blind Support
If you are in need of Deaf-Blind support services, we can refer you to the Alberta Society of the Deaf Blind.
Below are the categories of programs and services that are accessible to Deaf individuals. To access a specific support service, please click on any organization and you will be taken directly to its website and/or contact information:
Interpreting Services Bookings
American Sign Language (ASL) Classes & Apps​
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University of Calgary (Type in search “ASL Classes”)
Family and Youth Support
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Connect Society – Family Support Services
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Alberta Government – Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD)– (type in search – FSCD)
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Hands and Voices – Alberta contact cbalbertahandsandvoices@gmail.com
Early Intervention​
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Alberta Children’s Hospital – Hearing Clinic
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Alberta Health Services – Early Hearing Detection & Intervention (EHDI) Program
Employment Services
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Prospect – The WORX
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Disability Related Employment Services (DRES) – (type in search – Disability Related Employment Services)
DeafBlind Support
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Connect Society (DeafBlind Services)
Deaf with additional disabilities
Seniors Support
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Calgary Deaf Senior Club – president.of.cdsc@gmail.com
Immigrant and Refugee Support
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Connect Society – ASL LINC (Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada) Program
Mental Health Support
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H.O.P.E. Inc. – deedeekay@shaw.ca
Schools and Programs for Deaf Children and Youth​
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Calgary Board of Education (CBE) *Click on 1. Programs 2. Supports for Students 3. Diverse Learning Needs 4. Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH)*
Sports
Assistive Technology
Financial Aid
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Alberta Government – Financial Assistance for people with disabilities www.alberta.ca (type in search – financial assistance for people with disabilities)