The ACOA is a federal government department dedicated to the economic development of the Atlantic Canada region. Support was received from the Research & Development Corporation ( RDC ) of Newfoundland and Labrador and from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency ( ACOA ) for this development.
The purpose of a multi agency meeting is to ensure that all options have been explored to support the child in the current school and home before a recommendation is made to the Access to Resources (SEN) Panel for a jointly funded resource. 2.6.
Although every special needs child is different and every family is unique, there are some common concerns that link parents. These include getting appropriate care and promoting acceptance in the extended family, school, and community. For some, planning for an uncertain future may be necessary.