Question 1

What is FSCD?

Accepted Answer

FSCD stands for Family Support for Children with Disabilities. It is an Alberta government program that provides supports and services for families raising children with disabilities, including funding for respite care, behavioural support, and developmental services.

Question 2

Can I use FSCD funding for respite care with Respite Edmonton?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Respite Edmonton is a qualified agency and Qualified Service Provider for approved services and regions. Eligible families may use approved FSCD funding where the requested service is included in their approved service plan. The exact authorization, billing and payment process should be confirmed before services begin.

Question 3

Can Respite Edmonton bill FSCD directly?

Accepted Answer

The billing process depends on the family's funding agreement and service arrangement. Some services may be paid through a government or agency arrangement, while others may require Family Managed Services processing, invoicing or another approved payment method. Respite Edmonton will confirm the applicable process before services begin, and provides invoices and service records for your files.

Question 4

What do I need to do before starting services?

Accepted Answer

Contact your FSCD caseworker to confirm which services and how many hours are approved in your plan, whether any additional authorization is required, and which billing or payment process applies. We can provide the documentation needed for your funding arrangement.

Question 5

What if I don't have FSCD funding?

Accepted Answer

Families without a funding program can arrange services privately. Your exact rate is confirmed after we review your support needs and scheduling requirements. No funding program is required to access our services.

Question 6

What ages do you serve under FSCD?

Accepted Answer

FSCD generally serves children and youth up to 18 years of age. We support families throughout this age range and can help with transition planning as your child approaches adulthood.

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