Cross Disability Support Services (CDSS) assists adults living with disabilities to access supports and services that may not otherwise be available to them through existing programs. The program focuses on providing individualized navigation support, helping participants identify needs, overcome barriers, and connect with appropriate community-based resources.
Through CDSS, individuals receive guidance and support in a variety of areas, including referrals to skill-based training and mentorship opportunities. The program also facilitates personalized planning to help individuals build essential life skills, develop healthy social networks, strengthen problem-solving abilities, and increase their knowledge of available community resources.
In addition, CDSS supports individuals in accessing income supports, disability benefits, and other relevant community services. Participants may also be referred to volunteer opportunities to encourage community engagement and skill development, as well as to mental health and addictions counselling services when appropriate.
Program Outcomes
The CDSS program aims to strengthen community connections, build overall community capacity, and improve access to community-based resources through effective navigation support.
Eligibility
To participate in the CDSS initiative, individuals must:
- Be living with a disability
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Reside in Alberta
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- Be seeking support to access disability-related information or services not currently being received through other programs
Where is the service provided?
This specific CDSS program is available to residents within the Edmonton zone.
Cost
There is no cost to individuals accessing CDSS services.