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About Hope Inclusion

A team of change-makers who believe every helping hand matters

We support families, youth, and adults with physical, social, intellectual, and complex needs, so each person can build a better future on their own terms.

We help people with disabilities and their families. We help them live well at home and in the community.

How to get support Our mission and vision
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  • 2,500+individuals supported through direct practice
  • Calgaryserving individuals and families across the city
  • 90 daysto build each person's individual service plan

Our story

Hope Inclusion and Disability Services was founded in Calgary to give people with disabilities and complex needs a real home in the community, not just a place to stay.

We work alongside families, guardians and case workers. Today we offer supported living, independent living and specialized support in Calgary, with every plan built around the person, their family and their goals.

Along the way, we have supported more than 2,500 individuals through direct practice.

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Our approach

Our mission

To make sure every person gets the support they need, when they need it.

  • Direct services to individuals with disabilities and their families.
  • Promote awareness of each person's physical, psychological and emotional health needs.
  • Create spaces where people can build friendships, companionship and fellowship.
  • Offer a forum to share ideas and experiences and to find support and mentorship.
  • Work with community organizations so people can learn and take part in community life.
  • Encourage happiness and healthy contributions within the community.
  • Build relationships based on diversity and respect for people of all abilities and nationalities.

Our vision

A world where no person with a disability feels alone, and everyone gets support as soon as they need it.

  • Help people improve their physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being.
  • Support better communication between people.
  • Guide individuals toward responsible, independent adulthood.
  • Increase awareness of gender-related issues.
  • Make room for each person's distinct experiences and perspectives.

What we believe

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  1. Every person has the right to the care, support, respect and protection they need to reach their full potential.
  2. People thrive when families and caregivers work together and respond to their needs and well-being.
  3. Our support should reflect each person's uniqueness and value.
  4. Relationships between support workers and clients must be built on respect and compassion.
  5. We treat every client's information and interactions with the highest level of confidentiality.

How we work

Four principles guide every decision we make with the people we support.

  • Person-centred

    Each plan starts with the person's own goals, choices and culture.

  • Dignity of risk

    People have the right to try new things and learn, with support to stay safe.

  • Least restrictive support

    We use the gentlest support that works, and step back as independence grows.

  • Community inclusion

    We connect people to the neighbours, services and activities around them.

Our programs

Support that grows with each person. See all services

  • Supported living

    24-hour support in a shared home, with staff trained in safety and wellness.

  • Independent living

    Drop-in support so people can live in their own place with confidence.

  • Specialized support

    Positive behavioural support for complex needs, planned with families.

  • Family support

    Guidance, respite and connection for families and guardians.

Our core values

What we work toward with every person and family we support.

  • Daily living

    A community-based option that helps people build or keep daily living and wellness skills.

  • Family harmony

    Reducing conflict within families and between individuals.

  • Healthy patterns

    Addressing unhealthy individual and family patterns together.

  • Self-esteem

    Building confidence through awareness of personal empowerment.

  • Coping skills

    Healthy ways to handle stress and life's challenges.

  • Living options

    Homes that support personal growth and family connection.

  • Cultural understanding

    Respecting cultural ways of life, including education, health, legal and social needs.

  • Personal purpose

    Rediscovering purpose by exploring rights, values and beliefs.

  • Building bonds

    Encouraging and teaching the skills to form close relationships.

  • Community networks

    Growing awareness of the social and community supports around each person.

  • Competent care

    Skilled, reliable services for every individual.

Your rights with us

You and your family always have a say. Select a right to read more.

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Our staff are responsible for supporting you, listening to you and helping you get what you need. You have a voice in everything we do with you and your family.

We listen to you. You have a say.

How to get support

  1. Step 1

    Reach out

    Individuals, families, guardians and case workers can contact us to start the conversation.

  2. Step 2

    Intake and fit

    Our Director reviews your needs with you to make sure our program is the right fit, then assigns a Community Support Worker.

  3. Step 3

    Your service plan

    Within 90 days we build an individual plan with you, your family and your team, and review it every year.

Ready to talk?

Call 403-474-5889 or send us a message. We will reply within [X business days].

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Get involved

  • Work with us

    Join a team that puts people first. We hire Community Support Workers in Calgary.

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  • Volunteer

    Share a skill, join an outing or help at community events.

    Volunteer with us

  • Partner with us

    Agencies, case workers and businesses can refer, collaborate or sponsor.

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