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Overview To understand the context of the community rehabilitation sector, it is important to consider the population of persons with disabilities in Canada and in Alberta—particularly those children, youth, and adults who receive supports and services. This Section describes what Workforce 2010 has found. Gender There is a greater proportion of males than females with developmental disabilities. Of people with a developmental disability: 6 out of every 10 adults (age 15 and over) are male. 7 out of every 10 children are male. Based on Workforce 2010 research, this proportion is growing. Let’s look closer at the population of children with disabilities. Documents (available in .pdf format) Service Expectations for the Future: Results of Family Focus Groups (.pdf) Facts for a Solid Foundation: Essential Intelligence for Planning the Future Workforce (.pdf) You will require the Adobe Reader to view these document. download here
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