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A Gift of Hope - Community Mental Health | |
Community Mental Health in Medicine Hat offers the following support groups
at their office at the Provincial Building (346 - 3rd St SE - use the 2nd street
entrance). They run from 11am - 12pm and are drop in on Mondays &
Wednesdays. Call 403-529-3500 for more information. Upcoming topics:
November 26 - Therapist's Choice
November 28 - Introduction: Anxiety & Depression
December 3 - Mindfulness
December 5 - Too Much Thinking
December 10 - Relaxation
December 12 - Therapist's Choice
December 17 - Change My  Behaviour
December 19 - Handling Negative Emotions
December 24 - Relationships/Communication
December 26 - Stat holiday, no session
December 31 - Stress Management
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ABLE - Adult Basic Literacy Education | |
Medicine Hat - 403-529-3828
Oyen - 403-664-2060
Bassano -
403-641-3444
Brooks - 403-362-1685
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Access to Food in Alberta | |
Provides information about where to find emergency food, lower cost foods, cooking programs and other community food programs. Examples include food banks, Meals on Wheels, community gardens, group cooking and Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Programs.
To find programs in your community, look for your community's name and click on it
Access to Food in Alberta PDF
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Addiction & Mental Health - Adult Services | |
Addiction counselors and mental health therapists provide treatment for addictions and/or mental illness in a welcoming, client centered atmosphere. Treatment may include individual, family and group as well as consultation and/or referral to your community supports and providers.
Individuals can self-refer, but referrals can also come from medical professionals and community based agencies ( a phone call or doctors note)
Medicine Hat:
Services can be accessed by phoning or walking in, Mondays to Thursdays from 8:00am to 7:15pm and Fridays from 8:00am to 4:30pm
Medicine Hat Phone: 403-529-3500
1-866-332-2322 (24 Hour Help Line)
Brooks:
Services can be accessed by phoning or walking in, Mondays to Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Brooks Phone: 403-362-1265
1-866-332-2322 (24 Hour Help Line)
In cases of emergency/crisis, please visit the emergency department at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital or Brooks Health Centre, or call HealthLink at 811.
Addictions and Menth Health Referral Form - MH.docx
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Addictions & Mental Health - Child, Youth & Family Services (Medicine Hat) | |
Offers free services to children, youth and families. Services are offered in individual, family and group settings. Located in the Provincial Building in Medicine Hat - Room 1, 346 3 St SE, Medicine Hat, AB
Services Offered:
-Addiction prevention and mental health promotion including information, education and community collaboration
-Protection against Children Abusing Drugs Act Program (PChAD)
-The PAS Program is a 6 week coordinated academic and therapeutic program for youth in grades 7 to 12. Referrals are completed through school administrators and may be initiated by the parent/guardian
-School-based services whish are completed in the child's school setting. Referrals are made through school staff and may be initiated by the parent/guardian
-Tobacco information, education and cessation including support groups
Services can be accessed by calling 403-529-3500 or walking in, Mondays to Thursdays from 8:00am-7:15pm and Fridays from 8:00am-4:30pm.
In cases of emergency/crisis, please visit the emergency department at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, or call HealthLink at 811.
2018 Groups
Ink About It:
For youth to develop skills to cope with anxiety (Middle School and Junior High)
An art based program that encourages youth to express themselves and gain insight to their emotional and behavioral response. Topics covered will included essential resilience skills such as: how to recognize, understand and regulate their emotions, increase positive coping skills, enhance social skills & emotional skills, and how to strengthen relationships. This group allows youth to process their experiences and apply skills which will support them in feel more secure and confident. This group runs for 8 weeks October 24 to December 12, 2018 on Wednesday from 6pm -7pm.
*Please call 403-529-3500 for more information about this sessions.
Worry Warriors Junior:
For children to develop skills to cope with anxiety. (Grades 2-4)
Calming strategies that teach identification of feelings, thoughts, body sensations and environmental stressors. The aim of this group is to assist children to use calming strategies to cope with their emotions. Strong emotions are identified and strategies to build emotional resilience are taught. Each session's goal is to increase the child's self-awareness and teach skills for working through strong emotions which they are able to use throughout their life. This group runs for 8 weeks October 17 to December 12, 2018 on Wednesdays from 4pm - 5 pm.
*Please call 403-529-3500 for more information about this sessions.
Worry Warriors Senior:
For children to develop skills to cope with anxiety. (Grades 4-6)
Calming strategies that teach identification of feelings, thoughts, body sensations and environmental stressors. The aim of this group is to assist children to use calming strategies to cope with their emotions. Strong emotions are identified and strategies to build emotional resilience are taught. Each session's goal is to increase the child's self-awareness and teach skills for working through strong emotions which they are able to use throughout their life. This group runs for 8 weeks October 15 to December 10, 2018 on Mondays from 4pm - 5 pm.
*Please call 403-529-3500 for more information about this sessions.
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Addictions & Mental Health Outreach Services Medicine Hat | |
Addictions & Mental Health Outreach Services, located in the RCC Building at 631 Prospect Drive SW (behind the hospital). Offers Community Support Program, Recreation Program, Seniors Addiction & Mental Health Therapy, Depot Clinic, & Therapy Groups.
Group Works is a group therapy program offered as a community based program
and inpatient mental health unit program. Group Works is an opportunity for people to learn more about promoting their
own mental health.
The 10 Keys to Happiness is a 10 week group that individuals can self refer to and attend on either Tuesdays or Thursdays at 1 pm. Individuals need to have a mental health diagnosis and meet for intake prior to attending.
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Adult Inpatient Psychiatry - Medicine Hat Regional Hospital (5 North) | |
Provides a safe environment and care to adults with a range of mental
illnesses and with concurrent substance abuse challenges whose mental illnesses
need immediate stabilization. Following stabilization, patients are prepared for
discharge and transition to the community with referrals for follow-up with
appropriate community addiction and mental health medical and social services as
required.
Referral required by physician or psychiatrist. Immediate access for involuntary patients, 0-14 days for non-acute cases.
Phone 403-529-8825
Fax 403-528-5608
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AHS Collection Sites & Diagnostic Labs | |
Medicine Hat and Brooks Online Booking: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/info/page15542.aspx Medicine Hat – Main Lab
#2, 44 Carry Drive SE
Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 4E1
Phone:
403-502-8638
Toll Free: 1-866-232-4732
Monday – Friday 7:00am – 7:00pm
Saturdays 8:15am – 4:00pm
Medicine Hat Hospital - Outpatient Lab
666 - 5th St SW
Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 4H6
Phone:
403-529-8830
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Brooks Lab - Patient Collection Site
500 Cassils Rd E
Brooks, AB T1R 1M6
Phone: 403-794-2500
Monday – Friday 7:30am – 5:00pm
Brooks Health Centre
440 3rd St E
Brooks, AB T1R 0G5
Phone: 403-501-3230
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 1:00pm
Bow Island Health Centre
938 Centre Street
Bow Island, AB T0K 0G0
Phone: 403-545-3209
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 3:15pm
Big Country Hospital
312 3 St E
Oyen, AB T0J 2J0
Phone: 403-664-4311
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm
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AISH (Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped) | |
The Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) program provides
financial and health-related assistance to eligible adults with a disability.
The disability must be permanent and substantially limit the person’s ability to
earn a living. AISH clients may also be eligible to receive supplemental
assistance (a child benefit and personal benefits) through the AISH program.
AISH Eligibility
Applying for AISH
Consent to Communication Form
Call 403-529-3550
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Al-Anon Family Group | |
An international "fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who
share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common
problems." The group's purpose is to "help families of alcoholics by practicing
the Twelve Steps." Toll Free Phone: 1-888-4-ALANON (425-2666)
Medicine Hat Support Groups:
Monday 1:30pm @ Victory Lutheran Church
Tuesday 1:30pm @ Victory Lutheran Church
Tuesday 8:00pm @ AA Club House
Wednesday 8:00pm @ Westminster United Church
Thursday 8:00pm @ Westminster United
Church
Saturday 11:00am @ Victory Lutheran Church
Call 403-527-8252 for more information regarding support groups in Medicine Hat.
Brooks: Thursday 8pm @ Trinity Lutheran
Church (811 Cassils Road W)
Call 403-793-3337 for more information regarding support groups in Brooks.
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Alberta Adult Health Benefit | |
The Alberta Adult Health Benefit program supports Albertans with low income
to ensure they have access to prescription drugs, dental services, optical
services, emergency ambulance and diabetic supplies that are essential to health
and well-being.
Help with this resource is also available through Alberta Supports
1-877-644-9992
Alberta Adult Health Benefit Application
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Alberta Aids to Daily Living | |
Alberta Aids to Daily Living (AADL) assists Albertans with a long-term
disability, chronic illness or terminal illness, in maintaining independence in
their community. AADL provides funding for basic medical equipment and supplies
to meet clinically assessed needs*. * Note: An assessment by a health care professional
determines the equipment and supplies that an Albertan can receive through the
AADL program.
Albertans pay 25% of the benefit cost to a maximum of $500 per individual or
family per year. Low-income Albertans and those receiving income assistance are
exempt from paying the cost-sharing portion.
Ph Toll free in Alberta 310-0000, then 780-427-0731
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Alberta Blue Cross | |
If you're self-employed, working without employer benefits or retiring
early, you may be without supplementary health benefit coverage. Get the extra
coverage you need through an affordable Alberta Blue Cross individual health
plan. Phone 403-529-5553 Fax 403-527-3798 |
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Alberta Brain Injury Initiative | |
The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative (ABII) supports adults with acquired brain injury to live, work, and participate in their communities. ABII is a network of agencies across the province that assist survivors and their families in accessing supports from various programs and community resources.
See our survival guide for a list of supports and resources available. Get a Survival Guide by phoning Toll Free
310-0000 then dial 780-415-2747, visit the website, or pick up at REDI.
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Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan | |
All eligible Albertans should register for the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) coverage to receive insured hospital and physician services, and always carry your health card and photo ID.
Ph 310-0000, then dial 780-427-1432 (For Practitioners only
780-415-2288)
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Alberta Healthy Living Program - Exercise Program | |
Both Medicine Hat &
Brooks locations offer an exercise program for clients with chronic illness.
Client may self refer or be referred by a physician or PCN nurse. The Medicine
Hat program is 10 weeks and the Brooks program is 12 weeks.
Includes fall prevention, balance and flexibility exercises. Please note if referral is for fall prevention.
**Client can only take
program once unless medical status changes or they have another event.
Medicine Hat
403-529-8969
Brooks 403-793-6659
Alberta Healthy Living Referral Form 2013.pdf
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Alberta Human Services | |
We offer employment, training and career services, discover local job
fairs, career workshops, and job search resources.
Medicine Hat Alberta Job Corps 403-529-3995
Medicine
Hat Alberta Works Centre 403-529-3683
Brooks Alberta Works Centre 403-362-1278
Medicine Hat Alberta Supports Centre 1-877-644-9992
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Alberta Mental Health Help Line | |
Crisis Line 1-877-303-2642
Provides 24/7
confidential, anonymous service,
crisis intervention,
information about mental he
alth programs and services, and/or
referrals to other agencies if needed
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Alberta Ministry of Community and Social Services (Alberta Supports & Alberta Works) | |
Support to income, employment, disabilities, community-based supports and services, family violence prevention, and family & community support services. Please visit Alberta.ca for a complete list of contacts and resources, including application forms and office locations.
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Alberta Referral Directory | |
The Alberta Referral Directory is a secure, online directory that provides access to service and consultant (physician) demographics, referral guidelines, referral forms and detailed instructions to efficiently and effectively facilitate referral acceptance without delay.
The ARD centralizes referral information for consulting physicians and ambulatory services, avoiding the need to publish referral information in multiple places. Since the ARD is web-based, it avoids the inherent safety issues with paper-based referral directories as information in ARD is updated in real time. An added feature is the ability to print details related to the location, amenities and appointment processes that are relevant to the patient.
Need help using the Alberta Referral Directory? Call 1-855-889-8899
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Alcoholics Anonymous | |
Phone: 403-527-2065
A fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
Support Groups: Find a meeting website: http://area78.org/find-a-meeting
Medicine Hat
Sunday: 10am @ Alano Club, 10am @ AA Central Office, 2pm @ AA Central Office, 8pm @ AA Central Office
Monday: 12pm @ Alano Club, 7pm @ Medicine Hat Regional Hospital, 7pm @ AA Central Office
Tuesday: 12pm @ Alano Club,8pm @ Victory Lutheran Church, 8pm @ Remand Centre
Wednesday: 12pm @ Alano Club, 8pm @ Alano Club, 8pm @ Family Support Centre
Thursday: 12pm @ Alano Club, 7pm @ Gordon Memorial United Church (Redcliff), 8pm @ AA Central Office, 8pm @ Alano Club
Friday: 12pm @ Alano Club, 8pm AA Central Office
Saturday: 10am @ AA Central Office, 2pm @ AA Central Office, 7pm @ AA Central Office, 8pm @ Westminster United Church
Brooks
Thursday: 8pm @ Trinity Lutheran Church
Saturday: 8pm @ Brooks United Church
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Angel Dust Healing - Belinda Deis | |
Well-being Consultant offering grief and bereavement workshops.
Medicine Hat: 403-527-0345
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BCIS - Brooks and County Immigration Services | |
BCIS is a not-for-profit organization, which provides settlement and
integration services to all immigrants, refugees and temporary foreign workers.
It is a project of Calgary Catholic Immigration Society.
Programs offered: -Newcomers outreach
-Orientation, information and referrals
-Emergency interpretation and translation
-Supportive counselling
-Employment readiness
-Ethnocultural collaboration
-Enhancing supportive communities
BCIS employees speak the following languages:
Acholie, Arabic, English, French, Luganda, Oromo, Punjabi, Shona, Somali, Swahili, Tagalog, Urdo
Phone: 403-362-0404
Address: Bay 2 - 500 Cassils Rd. East, Brooks, AB Email: info@bcis-brooks.ca
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Bridges Family Program | |
A variety of programs and services for families living in Medicine Hat, Bow
Island, Brooks, Oyen and surrounding areas. These programs include:
Best Babies - Home visitation services for pregnant moms and moms with infants up to 9 months
Building Blocks - Home visitation services for families who have children 0 - 6 years old
Bridges - Services to individuals who are expecting a child or have children under the age of 18 years
FASD Assessment & Support Services (FASS) - Consultations for families who have children under the age of 18 and who have or are suspected of having FASD
First Steps - Home visitation services to moms who are pregnant or who have a baby under 6 months and have used alcohol or other substances during pregnancy
Medicine Hat: 403-526-7473 (All Programs)
Brooks: 403-501-3862 (Best Babies, Building Blocks, FASS)
Bow Island: 403-545-6911 (Best Babies, Building Blocks, FASS)
Oyen: 403-664-3651 (Best Babies, Building Blocks, FASS)
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Brooks Community Mental Health Clinic | |
The Brooks Community Mental Health Clinic is located within the Brooks Health Centre at 440 3 Street E, Brooks, Alberta.
Assessment and treatment will include learning about your past history, present situation, and identifying your goals. The counsellor will talk with you about the different treatment options, including counselling to help you reach your goals. Your counsellor will help you choose goals and strategies, make suggetions, and review your progress with you.
A children's counsellor is also available by appointment, to see ages 5 and up.
Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. Self referrals accepted.
In cases of emergency/crisis, please visit the emergency department at the Brooks Health Centre.
Hours are Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:30pm (Closed from 12:00pm - 12:45pm) Phone: 403-793-6655
10 Keys to Happiness - for individuals
who experience mental health, addiction or chronic illness concerns and would
like to learn about the 10 keys to happier living. This group meets every
Wednesday from 1:30 - 2:30pm at the Brooks Health Centre in the Outpatient
Conference room near Living Healthy. You do not need a referral to attend this
group, if you are interested in finding out more about the program call
(403)793-6655.
Common Grounds Coffee Time - Come visit,
meet new people, enjoy recreational activities and participate in learning
activities focused on improving your mental health. This group meets every
Tuesday from 1 - 3pm at The Leisure Centre. You do not need a referral to attend this group,
if you are interested in finding out more about the program call
(403)793-6655.
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Bullying Help Line | |
We are a free, confidential support service who speak to thousands of young
people every day - you are not alone. Talk to us - we can help you with whatever
you're going through.
1-888-456-2323
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Bus Buddy Program | |
The Bus Buddy program introduces seniors to the Medicine Hat Transit
system. Volunteer Bus Buddies explain the Transit system, step by step and show
new riders how to get where they want to go.
Medicine Hat: 403-529-8307
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Canadian Mental Health Association | |
Mental Health Education, Youth Support Worker, Sexual Assault Education, Suicide Prevention
Program, Support Groups
Whisper of Wellness Peer Support Group
(WOW)
A group for people living with mental health
issues. This is an open group, which means you can join at any time and are not required to attend every meeting. WOW provides opportunities to learn more about
coping with mental health issues while meeting people who have similar
experiences.
Every Wednesday evening at 7:00 at the CMHA office (204 1865 Dunmore Rd SE). Cost: FREE. For more information call 504-1811, ext 111.
Hope
& Healing After Suicide Support Group 9 week support group provides an opportunity to explore and share feelings with others who have also experienced a loss due to suicide. Registration fee: $15.00. For more information or to find out the next session dates, call
403-504-1811, ext 103 or ereeder@cmha-aser.ca
Caregiver Connections Drop-in Support Group Peer-to-peer family support program for parents and caregivers of children or young adults experiencing a mental health concern. Every Monday evening from 6:30-8:00pm at at the CMHA office (204 1865 Dunmore Rd SE). For more information call 403-504-1811, ext 115
Living Life To The Full Sleep better, feel happier, have more energy, gain confidence, get out more, enjoy better relationships. help others - learn all that and more in 8 enjoyable 90 minute sessions. Registration fee:$40.00 (subsidies available). Visit www.livinglifetothefull.ca to find out more. For more information or to find out the next session dates, call 403-504-1811, ext 106.
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Canadian Red Cross Society | |
Red Cross Medical Equipment Loan Service
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Cantara House | |
Offers services for men, women or families in abusive
relationships; for others who are concerned about someone, and for anyone
wanting a better understanding of abusive relationships.
24 Hour Crisis Line 403-793-2232
Admin 403-362-2766 Fax 403-793-8288
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Caring Hearts & Direct Link | |
Caring Hearts is more than an in-home health care agency. We are your
extended family when family can’t be there. We offer compassionate in-home care
assistance and will work with you to provide exceptional support for you and
your family.
Senior Care, Care for New Moms, Recuperative Care, Hospital Discharge
Package and much more. See their website for more information or call for an
no-obligation consultation.
Direct Link is an exclusive medical alert system that can
provide individuals with a 24-hour personal emergency response system (PERS),
fall sensor, automated medication dispenser, and vital signs monitoring units. Medicine Hat & Brooks call 403-548-6900
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Champion's Centre - Medicine Hat & Brooks | |
The Champion Centre is a Christian charitable organization that serves the physical and spiritual needs of the hungry, homeless and lonely in the community of Medicine Hat, Alberta. We specialize in providing breakfast every day, as well as, assist in providing shelter, clothing, bathing facilities, etc. for these individuals.
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Child & Family Services | |
Supports families and communities enabling them to provide safe and
nurturing environments for their children. We strive to break the cycles of
family violence, abuse and poverty that prevent some children from becoming
strong, healthy individuals.
Medicine Hat Regional Office 403-529-3753
Child Protection Medicine Hat 403-529-3657
Child Protection Brooks 403-362-1284
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Child Abuse Hotline | |
If you suspect a child is being abused, call 310‑0000 to get the telephone
number of your local office or call the Child Abuse Hotline at 1‑800‑387‑5437
(KIDS) to speak with a caseworker.
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Child Protection Crisis Line | |
If you are concerned for the safety or wellbeing of a child in Alberta, please contact the Northern Alberta Child Intervention Services or Southern Alberta Child Intervention Services at 1-800-638-0715. You will be prompted to press 1 if you are calling from Red Deer or a community south of Red Deer. Press 2 if you are calling from a community north of Red Deer.
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Children's Health and Developmental Services (CHADS) | |
CHADS offers s
kill-building, s
upport and treatment for the families of children who have developmental delays, disabilities or emotional behavioural concerns.
Children's Health and Developmental Services (CHADS) serves Southeastern Alberta, including Medicine Hat, Brooks, Bow Island, Bassano, & Oyen. This program is offered free of charge through Alberta Health Services.
All referrals are made through the Medicine Hat location:
Phone: 403-529-8966
Fax: 403-529-8859
Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.
Families may self-refer. For third party referrals, parent/legal guardian must be aware of and give permission for referral.
The CHADS core team includes:
Behavioural Services
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Provides consultation services to parents of children with behavioural needs in one setting; Parent Support Groups & Children’s Treatment Groups focusing on addressing anxiety, anger and parental divorce issues; Monthly Sleep Seminars; Referral Services.
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Open referral for children age 7 years and under.
Home Based Development (HBD):
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Provides screening and treatment for children with developmental delays, disabilities and/or premature births.
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Open referral birth to 3.5
years of age.
Occupational Therapy (OT):
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Focuses on the assessment and intervention for fine motor, visual-motor, perceptual, sensory-motor, self-care and play skills. Concerns may be a result of neurological or musculoskeletal conditions, developmental delay or sensory-motor processing difficulties.
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Open referral for children birth to 18 years of age.
Physiotherapy (PT):
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Focuses on gross motor skills including posture, balance, coordination and the effect of muscles and joints on these skills.
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Open referral for children birth to 18 years old of age.
Nutrition/Registered Dietitian (RD):
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Focuses on any nutrition, growth, or feeding concerns. This includes assessing a child's diet for adequate nutrition, monitoring height and weight, and providing education on introducing solids and new textures of foods, picky eating, food allergies or intolerances, general healthy eating and special diets such as vegetarian or gluten free.
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Open referral for children birth to 18 years of age.
Social Work:
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Provides assessment of need and urgency and provides parents seeking referral with information along with case management, transition planning, prevention, promotion and counseling regarding clinical and support services. Consults and collaborates with the CHADS team, along with community agencies to ensure that the child and family receive the most appropriate service available in response to parent priorities and goals for their child.
Speech-Language Therapy (SLP):
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Focuses on the assessment and treatment of children for communication and feeding development. This includes pre-speech, early language, speech sound production, speech generating communication devices, use of picture symbol communication, sign language use, fluency (stuttering), oral motor, chewing, sucking and swallowing development.
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Open referral for children birth to 18 years of age.
Pediatric Medical Adviser:
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Consults with CHADS team.
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City of Medicine Hat Special Transit | |
Available for persons, who due to a physical and/or mental disability, can not use the regular public transit system. Must qualify through a functional assessment and have previously registered with Transit.
Special Transit Application & Information
Fax registration form to 403-525-8894 or drop off in person at our office: 460 Spencer Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB
For more information or to make a special transit booking call 403-529-8214.
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City of Medicine Hat Transit | |
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Color Me Free (LBGTQ) | |
The McMan "Colour Me Free" Project aims to reduce social isolation, improve
community connections and capacity and expand the resources that will support
and keep safe LBGTQ youth (to age 24) and their families.
Call 403-527-1588 ext. 290 for more information
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Community Food Connections Association | |
Community Food Connections Association is a non-profit organization comprised of volunteers, agencies and citizens concerned about food, nutrition, health, social justice, the environment and local agriculture. We share a common goal of improving the quality of life for EVERYONE and believe healthy food is a right for all. Our main initiatives include the following community groups available in Medicine Hat and Redcliff:
The Good Food Club: Offers anyone in the communites of Medicine Hat & Redcliff the opportunity to purchase fresh, local when possible, fruits and vegetables at wholesale prices. Good Food Club Membership Application Form
Community Kitchens: A group of people who get together on a regular basis to cook healthy, low cost meals. Groups may focus on basic food skills, food types, or cooking techniques. Kitchens can be based around the interests and needs of the group, such as food preferences or dietary restrictions.
Community Kitchen workshops are also held as a great way to learn skills that may seem intimidating to try on your own. You will be able to take home what you have prepared at the workshop. Workshops are typically helo on a Saturday morning, and the average cost is $10/person. Please check the website for upcoming workshops.
See website for a list of current kitchens available and their contact information.
Community Gardens: Provides a shared space for residents to grow their own vegetables, thereby enhancing both physical and emotional well-being. During the growing season they also offer opportunities for gardeners to participate in workshops or tours to learn about existing and new gardening practices. Upcoming events & workshops will be posted on their website.
Community Garden Application Form
See website or call 403-502-6096 for more information.
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Community Health Services | |
Community Health Centres provide a wide range of health services, which may
include prenatal services, postpartum services, health promotion and disease
prevention, communicable disease services and school health services.
Some programs may be offered on a walk-in basis, but most services
are provided by appointment.
Medicine Hat 403-502-8200
Bow
Island 403-545-2296 Brooks/Bassano 403-501-3300
Oyen
403-664-3651
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Community Health Services - Prenatal & Postnatal Classes | |
Prenatal & postnatal classes are held at Medicine Hat Community Health Services (2948 Dunmore Road
SE). For more information or to register, please call
403-502-8215.
Please have your Alberta Health Care Number available when you call.
PART 1:
Baby Building (Free, 2 classes)
Designed for the early part of pregnancy—the sooner, the better!
Topics covered:
-Prenatal Nutrition
-Body Changes
-Medical Tests
-Lifestyle Choices
-Emotional changes
-Signs of Preterm Labour
PART 2:
Labour & Delivery ($45, 2 or 4 class series depending on due date and preferences)
Usually attended in the 3rd trimester. A hospital tour is included.
Topics covered are:
-Labour and Delivery
-Medical Interventions
-Recovery and Postpartum
-Newborn Care
-Infant feeding
PART 3:
Baby Steps ($30, 6 class series)
Attend after your baby is born (bring your baby to class).
Available topics:
-Adjusting to Parenthood
-Infant Sleep Patterns
-Common Illness
-Brain Development
-Infant Massage
-Caring for You and Your Baby
-Infant Safety
-Sex, Love, and Babies
-Baby Wearing
-Nutrition
-Childcare Options
-Growth and Development
If finances are a concern, please call 403-502-8215. You may qualify for free classes.
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Community Mental Health - Seniors | |
The following services are provided at the centre: Crisis Intervention, Individual Therapy and Counselling, Family Therapy , Medication Management, Assistance to clients with a serious mental illness to more fully integrate into the community, Consultation, Referral to another Community, Agency, Advocacy, Community Care Planning, Information/Education
Self referral
Call 403-502-8617.
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Compassionate Friends | |
An organization offering friendship, understanding, grief education and
HOPE for the future to all bereaved parents.Open to all bereaved patents, adult siblings, and grandparents.
Friends meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at
7pm at the Creekside Centre (#1 Dunmore Road SE).
Call Donna Rodin for more
information, 403-528-9481
Brochure
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Compassionate Ministry Centre (Hope Street) | |
Hope Street Compassionate Ministry Centre provides a family safe environment where individuals can receive a hot and nutritious meal each Sunday afternoon at no cost.
Located in the Fellowship Hall at St Barnabas Anglican Church located at 635 – 4th Street SE, Downtown Medicine Hat, AB. Doors open at 2:30pm and the meal is served at 3:00pm.
Clothing and household items are available the first Sunday of each month, as well as additional food hampers.
For more information, call 403-458-HOPE (4673)
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CORE Association | |
We provide day programs, residential, community and outreach services for children, youth and adults with developmental disabilities and their families.
We envision the day when all people with developmental disabilities are
personally fulfilled and valued as members of their community.
Located in Medicine Hat, call 403-527-3302
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CPP Disability Benefits | |
The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) disability benefit is a taxable monthly
payment that is available to people who have contributed to the CPP and who are
not able to work regularly at any job because of a disability.
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Crisis Centre Line | |
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Crossroads Clinic - Brooks | |
An overview of all the confidential services we provide at Crossroads
Clinic, including: free pregnancy tests, unplanned pregnancy care, pregnancy
options support, abortion risks and support, prenatal education classes, STI
and STD testing, post-abortion recovery, and healthy sexual wellness programs.
Office Phone: 403-362-6665
Clinic Help Line: 403-362-4600 (1-855-362-4600)
Support Group: Embrace Hope - for families
dealing with miscarriage, stillbirth & infant loss. 1st Wednesday of the
month at the Thom's Funeral Reception Centre Grief Resource Centre @ 7pm (Bay 1 - 650 Cassils Rd E, Brooks, AB)
For more information about Embracing Hope, call 403-363-7083.
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DBT - Dialectical Behavior Therapy Support Group | |
Dialectical
Behavior Therapy is used to help individuals validate their present set
of circumstances and by encouraging them to change poor coping skills
and make lasting positive changes to their lives. DBT helps in treating
of individuals with borderline personality disorder or traits,
treatment resistant depression as well as eating disorders. A referral is required to be accepted into this group and individuals are screened to determine if they are therapy ready.
This group is run twice a year, in the spring and in the fall/winter. Sessions are held Thursdays with one group running from 9-11am, and another running from 1-3pm.
If you require a referral form or would like
more information, please contact Michelle at Addiction & Mental Health,
403-529-3500. |
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Diagnostic Imaging Services (AHS) | |
Big Country Hospital (Oyen)
Phone: 403-664-4311
Fax: 403-664-4326
Monday to Friday 7:45am - 5:00pm
Saturday 7:45am - 12:00pm
Bow Island Health Centre
Phone: 403-545-3209
Fax: 403-545-2281
Monday to Friday 7:30pm - 4:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm
Brooks Health Centre
Phone: 403-501-3218
Fax: 403-501-3365
Monday to Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday & Sunday 8:00am - 4:15pm
Medicine Hat Regional Hospital
Phone: 403-529-8850
Fax: 403-519-8078
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
A referral is needed to access this service.
A completed requisition for the test must be provided by a doctor
or other authorized healthcare practitioner, please fax to the appropriate
location.
Not all services are available at all locations. Call for more information. CT Request
General X-Ray Request
Image Guided Interventional Procedures Request
MRI Request
Nuclear Medicine Request
PET/CT Imaging Request
Ultrasound Request
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Distress Centre | |
The Distress Centre is a non-profit social agency that delivers 24 hour
support, free crisis counselling and resource referral services to the southern Alberta area. Provides
24 hour crisis support services through our 24
hour crisis line, email, daily chat and daily text for youth.
We do not define crisis. We do not judge. Anyone can call us day or
night.
For information on community, social, and health services near you call our
24 hour support line: 211
HELP LINE 1-403-266-4357
Or 1-800-784-2433 (24 Hour)
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Extended Family Services | |
Non-medical companion & support care services. Services can be accessed In-Home, in Supported Living/Long Term Care, or temporarily while recovering from illness or injury.
Services include companionship, help with housework, shopping, attending appointments or events, assistance completing paperwork, ensuring medications are taken regularly, and more.
To set up a free consultation, call Rod at 403-458-0456 or Anne-Marie at 403-878-9119.
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Fetal Alchol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Assessment & Diagnostic Clinics | |
Medicine Hat:
Children's Fetal Alcohol Services
Bridges Family Programs
477 3rd Street SE, Medicine Hat AB T1A 0G8
Ph 403-526-7473
Brooks:
SPEC Association for Children & Families
Community Cultural Centre
Suite 101, 327 - 3 Street West, Brooks, AB T1R 0E7
Ph 403-362-5056
Lethbridge:
FASD Assessment & Diagnostic Clinic Lethbridge Family Services (Adult & Children)
1107 - 2 Avenue A North, Lethbridge AB T1H 0E6
Ph 403-320-9119
Calgary:
MegiGene Services (Adult & Children)
Foothills Professional Building
Suite 110, 1620 - 29th St NW, Calgary AB T2N 4L7
403-571-0450
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Fire/Police/Ambulance | |
Emergency Services
Medicine Hat Police Service 403-529-8400
Brooks Detachment 403-794-4400
Oyen Detachment 403-664-3505
Bassano Detachment 403-641-3684
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Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous | |
Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and
women who have experienced difficulties in life as a result of the way we used
to eat.
Our program of recovery is based on the Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions of
Alcoholics Anonymous. We make use of AA principles to gain freedom from
addictive eating. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins at FA meetings.
Membership is open to anyone who wants help with food.
Call 403-878-3403
Medicine Hat meetings are Monday evenings 7-8:30pm
at the Heights Baptist Church
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Food Bank | |
Grocery Basket Program, Grocery Basket Room
Medicine Hat: 403-528-4313, ext 1
Oyen: 403-664-2255
Brooks & Bassano: 403-793-2535 http://brooksfoodbank.ca/
Bow Island: 403-957-1075
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Food Coalition of Brooks | |
Brooks will enjoy "food security" when all of our people, at all times, have
access to nutritious, safe, personally acceptable and culturally appropiate
foods obtained in a manner that maintains human dignity.
Call 403-363-1048 or email goodfoodforall@gmail.com
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Gamblers Anonymous | |
Gamblers Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their
experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common
problem and help others to recover from a gambling problem.
Gambling Addiction Information and Treatment Hotline 1-866-332-2322
Support Group
Mondays from 7:30-9pm at Gas City Kiwanis
Centre, Room 5 (826 - 11th St SE - Medicine Hat)
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Geriatric Assessment Team | |
Clients age 65 and older with health problems related to getting older. Clients under the age of 65 are assessed on an individual basis. The team provides assessment, counseling, treatment and education to
clients with complex health needs living in the community. When necessary, referrals may be made to other
community agencies.
Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy,
Social Work, Nutrition services.
Clients can be referred by a family member, friend, healthcare provider or self-referral.
Self-referral clients may call the number listed and a service
provider will return their call if they are unavailable at the time of the
call.
Call 403-528-5609 or fax 403-528-5647
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GriefShare Support Group - Medicine Hat | |
GriefShare is open to those who have experienced loss
"due to the death of a loved one" (not divorce, loss of job, health, etc.). It
is "non-denominational" BUT is biblical based material. There is a $20 workbook
that is used with the DVD series and also has daily helps for the week. The next start date is September 12, 2018; this group runs for 13 weeks, every Wednesday from 11:30am-1:00pm. Please call the Hillcrest Church office at 403-526-4010 for more information.
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HandiBus - Brooks & Bow Island | |
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Happiness Basics Class | |
For patients who want to learn skills to increase their
happiness and well-being. For more information or to register speak with your PCN nurse or Behavioral Health Consultant.
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Health Link | |
A telephone service, which provides free 24/7 nurse advice and general health information for Albertans.
Health Link provides a number of clinical services including tele-triage and health advice, navigation services and online content support for all Albertans by calling 811 or by using one of its companion web products, MyHealth.Alberta.ca or informAlberta.ca.
The specific services include:
Symptom-based nurse triage and health information System navigation Dementia Advice Service Catch-A-Break Osteoporosis screening AlbertaQuits Tobacco Helpline Addictions information and referral Central Access to specialized services Referrals to clinical services including Specialized Medication Advice and Dietitian Services
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Healthy Eating Resources (AHS) | |
These resources provide individuals, parents, families, child cares,
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Hillcrest Church - Medicine Hat | |
Would you like someone to talk to? If you are going through a difficult
situation, decision, or relationship struggle, we want to connect you with a
professional counselor with a Christ-centered perspective.
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program based on
8 recovery principles from the Beatitudes and the 12-Steps and their biblical
comparisons. It will help you deal with your hurts, habits and hang-ups by
providing support, encouragement and accountability. Every Thursday from 7-10pm.
Everyone welcome!
Phone: 403-526-4010
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HIV Community Link | |
HIV Community Link exists to support people living with, or at risk of HIV and hepatitis C. We educate communities, give non-judgmental support, tools and information, and offer harm reduction programs and services to populations in Calgary and Southeastern Alberta.
Programs & Services include:
-Education for healthcare professionals about HIV/AIDS/Hep C
-Drop in centre
-Needle exchange program
-Counselling
-Opportunity to connect with others socially
-Referrals and connections to services
-Overdose prevention support
-Outreach education & prevention services
-Community Based Take Home Naloxone Project is now available in Medicine Hat
Medicine Hat: 403-527-5882 or toll free 1-877-440-2437
Medicine Hat - Drop In Centre (located at 641 4 Street SE) offers support programs and needle exchange for those who use drugs and are at higher risk of HIV and hepatitis C.
Brooks (Mobile Location) 403-376-6020
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Holy Family Parish - St. Vincent de Paul | |
Located in Medicine Hat, please call 403-527-6933Assistance and
programs.
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Inform Alberta | |
Searchable database of local and provincial programs and services |
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J & L Shuttle Service | |
Shuttle between Medicine Hat & Calgary 7 Days a Week, twice a day
Passengers can enjoy a trip to the airport, hospitals, and
some shopping centers in Calgary. Stops can be made at Redcliff, Suffield, Brooks, Bassano, Strathmore, & Chestermere. Please call 403-528-8851
Toll free 1-877-217-5577
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Journey Through Grief Group - Belinda Deis | |
An eight week course
dealing with grief and loss.
Fall and spring sessions will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel in the Creekside Centre at #1 Dunmore Rd SE. Group size is 4-10 participants.
Program fee is $60 per person or $100 per couple.
The next session will run from September 18 until November 6, 2018.
To register and for more information, please contact Belinda at 403-527-0345 or Belinda_deis@live.ca
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Kids Help Phone | |
Kids Help Phone is Canada's only national 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, web counselling and referral service for children and youth.
Help line 1-800-668-6868
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Kinesis Physical Medicine & EMG - Calgary | |
Kinesis is a specialty medical clinic in Calgary founded by a group of physiatrists.
Physiatrists are specialists in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – nerve,
muscle and bone experts who treat illnesses that affect how one moves.
Our physicians endeavor to clearly define the nature and cause of a patient’s
diagnosis. This knowledge allows us to develop a comprehensive management plan,
tailored to each patient’s individual needs, goals and lifestyle.
At Kinesis we want to inspire movement that is free from the limitations of
injury or disease. We believe that this is essential for achieving our core
purpose: to restore function and quality of life in the patients we serve.
What we do:
- General Physiatry
- EMG and Nerve Conduction Studies
- Acute Injury Clinic
- Adult Sports Injury Clinics
- Pediatric Sports Injury Clinics
- Ultrasound-Guided Injection Clinic
- Arthritis Clinic
Phone: 403-251-1165 Fax: 403-255-5451
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Legacy Place Society | |
Provide empathetic support that builds resiliency individually and within
our Responder (Peace Officers, Fire Fighters, EMS, 911 Dispatch) and Military
Families.
Programs - Accommodations (Houses), Peer Support & Family Assistance,
Family Camp, Family Resiliency Workshops.
Our Peer Support and Family Assistance
confidential call line is 403-201-9945. If volunteers are busy and you don’t
get connected to one of them, please leave a message with your name and number
and we’ll get back to you within 2 hours. For general inquiries email
info@legacyplacesociety.com
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Legal Aid Alberta | |
More than just providing clients with a lawyer, our staff are able to
channel clients into the appropriate stream of legal service, ensuring that the
best possible service is provided for their specific need and situation.
Phone 1-866-845-3425
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Lifetalk Counseling Services - Brooks | |
Christian Based Counseling
Their counselors counsel people dealing
with abuse, alcohol, drugs and sexual addictions, anger, anxiety, childhood
adjustments, depression, domestic violence, grief, family, immigration
adjustments, marriage, parenting, performance, pre-marital, relationships,
self-esteem, stress, trauma, and unresolved past issues, and more.
Services are available for adults, as well as children ages 5 and up. Children's services often involve a combination of sessions with both the family and child.
Group Seminars available through
Lifetalk
“Anger and Its Many Faces”
- a five week seminar offering a thorough and practical look at anger and its
generators. Learn how to deal with frustration, hurt and fear before they are
expressed as anger. Cost $20/person. Facilitated by Roxanne Hansen. Next session will will run on Tuesday evenings, September 11 to October 9, 2018 from 7:00-9:00pm. Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, plus one (optional) “post-seminar” counselling session. It will be held in room 209 of the Community Cultural Centre where the Lifetalk office is located (327 3rd St W, Brooks). Those who are
interested can call 403-362-2210 to register and for further information.
“Active Parenting of
Teens” - a six
week video seminar offering skills, discussion and support to guide your teens
through the most turbulent period of their lives. Cost $20/person, $40/couple.
Facilitated by Arnie Weber. Call 403-362-2210 for information on next session.
"Understanding Grief and Loss" Explore the grief process to facilitate
understanding of, and healing for those who are struggling with loss, change or
separation from loved ones. $20/person, $40/couple. Facilitated by Roxanne
Hansen. Call 403-362-2210 for information on next session.
“Walking Alongside the
Depressed” - a
seminar enabling participants to understand depression and current treatments,
to encourage friends and family to helpfully walk alongside those struggling
with depression. Call 403-362-2210 for information on next session.
All of the above programs will be offered at Room 207 Lifetalk
Seminar Room in Brooks Community Cultural Center at 327 - 3rd St W, Brooks.
For more information & to register, call
403-362-2210.
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Living Sober Support Group | |
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 9:30am, Room 2, 346 3rd Street SE (Provincial Building) in Medicine Hat. Call 403-529-3500 for more information.
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Mariposa Transport - Brooks | |
Door to door service for airport runs, appointments and day trips leaving
from Brooks. The possibilities are endless, please contact Cindy Chuckry for
pricing and more information 403-363-7513. |
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McMan Youth, Family & Community Services | |
McMan provides a wide range of services for youth, families and adults across southern Alberta.
McMan Parent Link Centre
A resource for parents and caregivers to help strengthen parenting skills and ensure positive child development. Provides families with support and education to assist them in finding the information and services needed to help their children develop to their full potential and enter school ready to learn. Services Medicine Hat, Brooks, & surrounding rural areas.
Core services include:
-Parent education
-Early childhool development and care
-Family support -Information and referrals
-Ages and stages developmental screening
For more information about programs call 1-888-878-5465, in Medicine Hat & area call 403-504-0833, or Brooks & area call 403-362-5056.
www.parentlinkcentre.com
Choices for Change A program designed specifically for unemployed and marginally employed, or individuals who have barriers to gaining employment. The program provides intensive wrap around supports to establish employment routines and break cyclical homelessness and patterns of limited self-sufficiency. The goal is to work directly with clients along with local service agencies, medical and mental health services providers, government and legal services, and private sector employers.
Contact the Program Supervisor at 403-527-1588 Ext 290
Inn Between
Inn Between provides care and support for up to 6 youth who require emergency housing and supports. The youth are between the ages of 12 - 17 and are in need of a short-term placement where they can achieve stabilization in a safe and consistent environment. While residing at the Inn Between, they are assisted with developing a case plan for learning life skills, continuing their education, increasing social skills, and accessing community resources. Supports are also available for family reunification or securing sustainable housing in the community.
Call 403-529-6367
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Medicine Hat Addiction Clinic | |
Methadone & Suboxone Program Patients are encouraged to self refer or a physician can call over patient details.
Phone 403-487-3944
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Medicine Hat Community Housing Society | |
Affordable housing for families and individuals who have a low income.
Qualifying incomes are defined by the Province of Alberta and outlined below
according to the types of housing currently available.
Rent Supplements: If you are in need of ongoing financial assistance to pay
your rent, you may qualify for one of two types of the MHCHS’s Private Market
Rent Supplement program: Phone 403-527-4507
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Medicine Hat Family Services | |
Medicine Hat Family Service responds to changing community needs to enhance
the quality of life for individuals, couples and families through counseling and
family life education.
Marriage Counseling, Grief and Loss Counseling,
Emotional Counseling, Men's and Women's issues, Family Transition Counseling,
Communication Counseling, Parent/Child issues, Stress Related Issues Counseling,
Family Violence Counseling, Employee Assistance Programs Counseling
Phone 403-504-8026
Fax 403-504-0351
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Medicine Hat Family YMCA | |
The Medicine Hat Family YMCA, a charity supported by volunteers, is devoted
to enriching our community by providing services to people of all ages within a
safe, healthy environment that enhances personal wellness.
The YMCA now has a Living Fit Program for people with disabilities,
chronic conditions, and those at risk for disease (diabetes, hypertension,
ect.).
They can customize a program for such issues as Fall Prevention working in
balance and leg strength. No referral is required but participants must be YMCA
members. The YMCA also offers financial assistance to those in need. Phone 403-527-4426
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Medicine Hat John Howard Society | |
Our sixty-five offices across Canada deliver best-practice services to
pro-socially integrate persons at the end of their sentence and prevent people
from coming into conflict with the law in the first place. Phone 403-526-5916
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Medicine Hat Legal Help Centre | |
Medicine Hat Legal Help Centre provides free legal information and advice to low to moderate income people who have a legal issue but do not qualify for Legal Aid. Serves Medicine Hat, Brooks and surrounding communities.
Call for help with any of these legal issues:
- Family law, including separation and divorce, child custody, child support, and more
- Employment issues
- Debt and foreclosure
- Estate administration
- Estate/life planning
- Immigration issues
- Landlord and tenant disputes
- Civil matters
*Please note, we do not provide representation in court. Please refer to our many Programs and Services or contact our office at 403-712-1021 for more information.
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Medicine Hat Public Library Homebound Services | |
A delivery service to those who are unable to come to the Library, either indefinitely or on a short-term basis, for example, while recovering from illness or surgery.
The Homebound Services Program uses volunteers to deliver books and provide a voluntary reader service to extended care facilities, where volunteers read to patients. In addition, this service provides deposit collections for nursing and long-term care homes within Medicine Hat.
Please call 403-502-8541
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Medicine Hat Recovery Centre | |
Offers a Detoxification Stabilization and Intensive Addition Treatment
Service.
Admission into the Recovery Centre in-patient programs begin with a
confidential telephone call available 24 hours a day. All program admissions are
voluntary based on the informed consent of the individual. Fees do apply for room & board in the
Intensive Addiction Treatment Program. There is no cost for the Detoxification Stabilization Program.
Phone: 403-529-9021
Fax: 403-529-9065
Addiction Services - (AHS): 403-529-3582 (ext 1 for youth, ext 2 for adult)
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Medicine Hat Trauma & Stress Community Support Network | |
Hosts an informal support group for PTSD every
Monday at 7pm at the Westminster United Church (side door). Call Les for more
information 403-866-0449 |
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Medicine Hat Women's Shelter Society (Phoenix Safe House) | |
If you or someone you
know is impacted by family violence and in need of support, please contact the
Medicine Hat Women's Shelter Society crisis line at 403-529-1091 or call our
toll free number at 1-800-661-7949 (24 hours).
The emergency shelter, Pheonix Safe House, takes in both women and men, with or without children, fleeing from abuse. There is a 24 Hour Helpline available at 403-529-1091. Both women and men can also do drop in appointments with crisis workers.
Phone 403-527-8223 (Admin)
Fax 403-526-0209
Support Groups:
Children’s Support Group: This group runs from September to June and open to all children. Subject and activities are based on education about family violence, safety planning, boundaries and coping skills. The subjects are presented through children oriented activities, games and crafts. This is an open group, so children can begin at any time in the year as long as there is space in the group. If interested, contact a Child Support Worker at 403-527-8223.
Growing Together: This group is offered to parents and children, parents go to an adult group and the children go to a children’s group. Subject material is same, but presented appropriate to their age. During the last 15 minutes of the group, parent and child come together for an attachment exercise.
Seeds to Success Group: A 6 week group to introduce individuals to group support and value of groups. Work will include information on family violence, introduction to groups and safety planning. For further information contact an Outreach Worker at 403-527-8223.
Journey to Hope and Healing Group: A 10 week group for individuals who have experienced family violence and working towards healing themselves after abuse. Topics include; information on family violence, guilt, shame and blame, safety planning, health relationships and boundaries. Individuals are also offered one to one support during this process. Contact an Outreach Worker at 403-527-8223.
Male Victim Support Group: New group for males who have experienced family violence in their homes. Contact an Outreach Worker at 403-527-8223.
Outreach Services: Outreach and one to one supports are offered to women, men, youth and children who have experienced or experiencing violence in their homes. Outreach services are available to anyone by calling 403-527-8223 and ask to speak to an Outreach Worker or Child Support Worker. Outreach Workers are located at #5 1036 – 7th ST. SW (The Ridge) or the Safe Families Intervention Team at the Medicine Hat Police Services.
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Mennonite Central Committee - Taber | |
Our purpose is to serve Newcomers in southern Alberta who are limited by
language, education and understanding of Canadian ways. Our clients come from
countries such as, but not limited to Mexico, Belize and Paraguay.
Call 403-223-4144
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Mental Health Help Line | |
24 Hour assistance 1-877-303-2642 |
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Miywasin Centre - Metis Nation of Alberta - Local #8 | |
A partnership that targets the needs of the Aboriginal Community in the
Medicine Hat area and develops and maintains services to meet those needs.
Programs:
Counseling Program
Transitional Housing Program
Youth Development Program
Computer Access Program
Cultural Program
and Elders Program For more information call 403-504-4060
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MyHealth Website | |
A
resource for non–emergency
health information.
This site was built by the Alberta Government and Alberta Health Services to give Albertans one place to go for health information they can trust. Healthcare experts across the province make sure the information is correct, up to date, and written for people who live in Alberta.
MyHealth.Alberta.ca is home to valuable, easy-to-understand health information and tools made for Albertans, including information about:
-health conditions
-healthy living
-medications
-tests and treatments
There are also:
-educational videos
-symptom checkers
-emergency phone numbers
-a healthcare locator (e.g., a family doctor near you)
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Narcotics Anonymous | |
Membership is open to all drug addicts, regardless of the particular drug
or combination of drugs used. Narcotics Anonymous provides a recovery process
and peer support network that are linked together.
Toll Free phone 1-877-463-3537 (24/7 support line)
Medicine Hat Support Groups:
Courage to Change Group: Sundays 7pm @
Westminster United Church (101-6 St SE Basement)
We Do Recover Group: Wednesdays 8pm @ Medicine
Hat Hospital (666 5th St SW 3rd floor classroom A/B)
Life Savers Group: Fridays 8pm @ Alano
Club (466 MacLeod Trail SE)
Brooks Support Groups Sundays: 8pm @ Community Health Centre Tuesdays: 8pm @ AHS Building (403-2nd Ave W) Fridays: 8pm @ AHS Building (403 - 2nd Ave W)
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Nurture Pregnancy Centre | |
All services are free and confidential. They invite caregivers facing an unplanned or challenging pregnancy and provide support until the child is two years of age. Peer counsellors are here to let you know that you are not alone, to listen and support you. All are welcome to the Nurture Pregnancy Centre’s caring and stable environment.
Services provided include:
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Pregnancy Tests
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Peer Counselling
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Maternity Clothing
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Infant and Toddler Clothing, Toys, and Furniture
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Formula and Diaper
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Infant Layettes
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Educational Classes
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Resource Library
Phone: 403-504-8560
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Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee | |
Provides decision-making mechanisms for individuals who are unable to make
personal, non-financial decisions for themselves. Through the Personal
Directives Act, the Adult Guardianship and Trusteeship Act and the Mental Health
Act.
Call 403-529-3744
Toll Free 1-888-357-9339
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When you register your personal directive with the Government of Alberta, approved health care professionals can contact the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee to find out if you have a personal directive, and how to contact your agent(s) if need be.
Register on line or via mail
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Pain Management Clinic - Medicine Hat | |
Located in the Medicine Hat Hospital
For physicians wanting to refer patients to Dr. Emad Salih please use the
referral package mailed out to clinics. For a referral package please call the
Pain Management Clinic a 403-528-8121 or fax 403-529-8945
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Parent to Parent Support Group | |
A support group for parents who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy or
a baby at any time.
Meeting are held once a month at Community
Health on Dunmore Rd, call 403-581-7591 for information on the next meeting or
check their Facebook page.
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Persons With Developmental Disabilities | |
PDD funds programs and services to help adult Albertans with developmental
disabilities to be a part of their communities and live as independently as they
can.
Community Living Supports help individuals in their home (for example:
meal planning and housekeeping)
Employment Supports train, educate and support individuals to get and keep
jobs
Community Access Supports help individuals participate in their
community (for example: volunteering, going to clubs, sports and other
activities)
Specialized Community Supports are generally short-term supports to
help with special circumstances (for example: extra help when a person is having
trouble)
Contact Alberta Supports to register 1-877-644-9992
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Prevention in Hand | |
Informative website for practitioners and patients. Hosted by the College
of Family Physicians of Canada.
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Private Counseling - Medicine Hat & Area | |
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Protection of Persons in Care | |
Protection for Persons in Care promotes prevention and responds to reports
of abuse of adult Albertans receiving care or support services from publicly
funded service providers.
To report abuse, complaints, concerns, or if you have questions, call
1-888-357-9339.
Accommodation standards – For concerns or questions
regarding accommodation standards, contact continuing care 1-888-357-9339.
Complaints
about a guardian, trustee, co-decision maker or agent named in a personal
directive - contact the Office
of the Public Guardian Call 403-529-3744
Toll free 1-877-427-4525
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REDI Enterprises | |
We provide support to assist people to live successfully within their homes
offering a wide variety of supported living arrangements and community supports
which meet individual needs: Vocational Programs and Brain Injury Relearning
Services.
Our purpose is to promote inclusion, create opportunities, and create a better understanding of needs for people with disabilities in the community.
The REDI Office is located in Medicine Hat. Call 403-526-5742
Fax
403-529-0462
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Richmond Diagnostic Treatment Centre | |
| City: Calgary | | Phone: 403-955-8444 | Fax: 403-209-2954
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Grief Support Program - Provides support for people coping with the death
of a loved one, including one-to-one and group counseling. Call 403-955-8011
Osteoporosis Services - This interdisciplinary team provides care and
educates patients, the community and other health professionals regarding
osteoporosis prevention, treatment, and appropriate resources. Bone health
classes are held monthly and are free of charge and open to all interested
persons. Call 403-955-8134
Chronic pain services - Helps people find
ways to manage chronic pain (e.g., musculoskeletal, neuropathic, pelvic, or
headache pain).
Clients take part in their treatment by going to education sessions, setting
goals, and exercising. Other options to manage pain include anesthetic
procedures (e.g., nerve blocks) and neuromodulation (e.g., stimulators,
pumps).
This service also works with the Living Well program to offer education
sessions in the community. Call 403-943-9900
Weight Management Program -
This program offers a wide range of services and treatment options to assist
with weight management including. Call 403-955-8118
Calgary Adult Bariatric Specialty Clinic - This clinic provides medical,
psychological, and surgical interventions for weight management and improving
health. Support is provided to individuals with obesity who require complex
medical management and/or surgical intervention. Call 403-955-8088
Diabetes Insulin Pump Clinics - Provides support for people with Type 1
diabetes who use an insulin pump. An insulin pump is a device a person wears
instead of giving daily insulin injections. It is portable and can be
programmed. It’s about the size of a pager and delivers fast-acting insulin
through a small tube that is put under the skin. The site has to be changed
every 2 to 3 days.
Call 403-955-8118 or the booking line 403-955-8146
Referral by fax for consultation. Lab work forwarded by referring
physician.
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Saamis Immigration Services Association | |
Saamis Immigration Services include on-going programs and
services assisting in resettlement and integration of newly arrived immigrants
and refugees.
For language barrier services, clinics can arrange translation. Call Dasha at Saamis Immigration with the location, date and time of the appointment requiring a translator 2 or 3 days before the appointment, if possible. If an unexpected translator is required they may be able to arrange a volunteer via telephone.
Call 403-504-1188 ext 108
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Safe Place Support Group - Brooks | |
Safe Place is a suicide survivor peer support group. They provides free
monthly peer support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Safe Place
Meetings are designed to provide suicide survivors with a supportive environment
where they can talk about their thoughts and feelings and share experiences tied
to their loss in the company of people who are coping with similar emotions and
issues.
Participants must be at least 18 years of
age.
Phone: 403-378-4550
Support Group takes place on the last Wednesday of every
month (except December) @ 7pm Thom’s Grief Resource Centre, Unit 1 – 500 Cassils
Road East
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Salvation Army | |
The Salvation Army offers practical assistance for children and families, often tending to the basic necessities of life, including shelter for homeless people and rehabilitation for people who have lost control of their lives to an addiction. We also provide social and community service programs that focuses on nurturing the capacities, skills and strengths of individuals, rather than just meeting their needs.
Medicine Hat: Community Church – 164 Stratton Way SE 403-527-2474
Centre of Hope (Shelter) – 737 8 Street SE Open from 7:30pm - 7:30am to people 18 years and older. A snack is provided (if the individual misses the hot meal program on 4 St), as well as breakfast in the morning. Supplies guests with a warm bed, laundry services, & hot showers. Provides crisis support and referrals to other agencies as required. 403-526-9699
Thrift Store – 457 3 Street SE 403-526-6822
Community Resource Centre – 476 4 Street SE (back alley entrance) Hot meal served from 5-6pm
Family Services from 11am-3pm
Community Warmth: Utility assistance for those who have received a disconnection notice or have been disconnected
Bridge & Loan: Through an application process this program offers an interest free loan for rent or damage deposit
Spiritual Support: Provides bibles, devotional and inspirational material, and spiritual support
Family Assistance: Provides various forms of assistance through clothing, housewares, furniture, vouchers. Also Identification and prescription assistance and limited bus tickets.
Christmas Assistance: Assistance with food & gifts, and resource information
403-548-3247
Brooks: Brooks Family Care Centre – 112 2 Street SE Provides families in need and/or in crisis with vouchers for clothing, housewares, emergency travel, and winter apparel. 403-362-3117
Thrift Store - 112 2 Street W 403-362-3117
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Schizophrenia Society of Alberta | |
Working towards improving the quality of life for those affected by
schizophrenia and psychosis. Family members and caregivers connect to learn and
share experiences. The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta has a branch office in
Medicine Hat; for more information call 403-526-8515.
Support Group Calendar
The Schizophrenia Society of Alberta also offers Online programing, a free online support for people with schizophrenia and their families that can be accesses anywhere you have an internet connection and a phone, computer or tablet. Registration is available on the Schizophrenia Society of Alberta website prior to each session.
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Sexual Assault Crisis Line | |
Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1-877-237-5888
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Sexual Assault Response Committee - SARC | |
SARC and Alberta Health Services - Mental Health and Addictions offer
access to specialized sexual assault/abuse counselling services.
Sexual Trauma & Recovery (STAR) Support Group - Sept 12 - Nov 28 (5:30 - 7:30pm) Therapeutic Group for women 18+ who have experienced sexual trauma, group members build skills to start and continue their healing journey.
Positive Affirmation Through Healing (PATH) - Starting Sept 11 (5:30-7pm) Weekly support group for women who have experienced sexual trauma.
Mindfulness Group every Friday 12:10 - 12:50. Drop in group. Open to all genders.
One on One Therapy - available to help individuals (including children and youth 5 and up) who have experienced sexual violence.
Healing House - Sept 13 to Oct 25 (4:00 - 6:00pm) Support Group for youth 14 - 18 who have experienced sexual trauma.
Youth Drop-In - ages 12-17
To access any of the above services please call SARC and book an intake appointment where a SARC employee will explain the services, your rights and responsibilities, and help you determine what option is best for you.
Please call 403-548-2717 to learn more.
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Sexual Reproductive Health & Clinic - AHS Public Health | |
Counseling and Information Services, Health Promotion and Education
Services, Clinical Services.
Some services are by appointment (physician
and counselling) but all others are drop-in (e.g. pregnancy testing, STI
testing, Emergency Contraception, etc.) Call for further information.
Services in Medicine Hat and Brooks and are available to all.
Medicine Hat Community Health Services (Ph) 403-502-8200
Brooks Health
Centre (Ph) 403-501-3303
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Social Work - AHS | |
Provides support and resources to promote physical and mental well-being,
while also addressing social needs. Helps clients who run into problems because
of illness, disability, and/or hospitalization, which may interfere with their
being able to get the most benefit from their medical treatment.
Clients are primarily registered as inpatients in an AHS facility or
program, but walk-ins are accepted as staff are available. Walk-in clients do
not necessarily require previous AHS involvement.
Social Work can also be accessed outside of daytime hours and weekends / holidays at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital site ONLY. Clients requiring after hours service should present at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital Emergency Department.
Phone: 403-529-8083
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Southeast Alberta Caregivers | |
Southeast Alberta Caregivers have come together to support those who care for loved ones,
friends or family members on a regular basis.
Support groups:
The Kitchen Is Open - Family
caregiver coffee & chat. 3rd Tuesday of the month 1:30-3:00pm at the Canadian
Mental Health Association boardroom (204 1865 Dunmore Rd
SE).
Compass for the Caregiver is a 9 week Caregiver Workshop - contact
the Canadian Mental Health Association for more information and dates
403-504-1811.
Southeast Alberta Caregivers also hosts annual
full day workshops in November. Call Lorna Scott 403-548-8437 for more info.
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SPEC | |
SPEC is focused on the positive development of kids by providing a continuum of services from early intervention (prevention) to high intervention during crisis. By providing family support services, SPEC continues to focus on a variety of preventive and educational programs that promotes a caring and committed community where kids are resilient and valued.
Hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm. Evening and weekend hours are scheduled as needed.
Phone: 403-362-5056
Email: home@spec.ab.ca
Address: 327 3rd St W #101, Brooks, AB
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St. John Ambulance - Medicine Hat | |
St. John Ambulance is proud to deliver reliable and sustainable community services in accordance with the organization’s mission. These services are provided by trained volunteers who recognize and respond to community-based health and safety needs. St. John’s nationally recognized core community service programs include:
First Aid Response Services:
Trained volunteers provide first aid services at community gatherings, sporting and recreational events. Therapy Dog Services:
Through regular visitations, St. John Therapy Dog Teams enrich the lives of the elderly and ill, as well as children, by providing unconditional love and support. Youth Services:
Young Canadians are given the opportunity to learn first aid and volunteer in their communities, fostering their personal development and commitment to service. Emergency Response:
When disaster strikes, St. John Ambulance is there to help. St. John Ambulance community-based volunteers are trained in an integrated system of first aid, CPR and health care.
Phone: 403-528-3292 Toll free: 1-800-665-7114, option 5, then extensions
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The Caregivers Lighthouse | |
Lorna Scott offers expertise as a coach and counsellor for families
during a time of caregiving. She offers workshops and resources and individual
coaching/strategies for caregivers in the Medicine Hat area. Call or visit the website for more information about workshops.
Phone: 403-548-8437
Toll Free: 1-888-746-8130
Email: lorna@thecaregiverslighthouse.com
"The Kitchen is Open" Family Caregiver Coffee & Chat Group
A place for family caregivers to come together with other caregivers, learn about community resources, chat and relax. The group is held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:00pm, at the Canadian Mental Health Association Boardroom (204 - 1865 Dunmore Rd SE, Medicine Hat).
Caregiving Basics Workshop for Caregivers
-3 Steps to Making Life Easier for You and Your Loved One
-The #1 Strategy to Feel Better in Less than 3 minutes or
less
-Be prepared for the expected and unexpected
Tuesday, Sept. 11 from 10:00am-12:00pm, at 423 North Railway St. SE, Medicine Hat, AB.
Please register by contacting 403-548-8437 or email Lorna@TheCaregiversLighthouse.com.
There is no charge for this workshop.
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Therapeutic Recreation & Aquatic Program - Medicine Hat & Brooks | |
Helps people with physical, social, emotional, and mental challenges that
affect their leisure activity by assessing their needs and strengths,
developing, following and evaluating a therapy plan. Teaches how to use
resources and take part in recreation and leisure activities.
Expressive Arts was developed in the beginning of 2013 to provide individuals with disabilities the opportunity to express their ideas, emotions, thoughts and feelings through artistic expression and creative means. The treatment is designed to offer a creative outlet and an opportunity to appreciate the arts.
In Medicine Hat:
For more information call the Medicine Hat Therapeutic Recreation Office: 403-502-8648 ext. 1068.
Fax: 403-529-8968
Expressive Arts Referral Form
When completing referral under "Reason for Referral" state Expressive Arts Program and email it to Lanna.Herter@albertahealthservices.ca
In Brooks:
The class is held at the JBS Centre – Chandos Room (Previously Lakeside Leisure Centre) on Wednesdays from 1:00-2:00pm. The cost is $30 for a 10 week program.
For more information, contact the Brooks Health Centre Therapeutic Recreation at 403-501-3205, or email jalaina.kam@ahs.ca
Therapeutic Writing Program
Therapeutic Writing is about expression of emotions and thoughts; it is a space for questions that may not have answers, a place for thoughts that may otherwise not have a home, a safe container for emotions so that they do not have to be loose in the world. Join us for a 10 week session which combines journal writing, expressive writing and creative writing. No writing experience required.
The next 10 week session will be held at the Medicine Hat Public Library Legion Room from September 18 - November 20, 2018, from 10:30-11:30am.
For more information contact: Medicine Hat Community Therapeutic Recreation at 403.502.8648 Ext. 1068, or email ashley.o’reilly@ahs.ca
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United Way | |
Work to create opportunities for a better life for everyone in our
communities. The issues they face may vary, but the values and driving them are
the same, to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and
mobilizing collective action. Phone: 403-526-5544
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Victim Services | |
Practical and emotional support to victims of crime, accident, or other
incidents.
Medicine Hat: 403-529-8480
Redcliff (RCMP): 403-548-7848
Brooks & Bassano: 403-362-5548 or 403-794-4455
Bow Island: 403-545-2784
Oyen (Big
Country RCMP): 403-664-3505
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Wardell Centre for Chronic Pain Disease & Sante Surgi-Centre | |
The pain clinic is a modern specialist practice of managing chronic
diseases which generate pain complaints in patients.
Physician Referral Process - Full consultative request
with accompanying records. This request would be for a patient seeking a consult
and stabilization for a complex case.
Minor consultative request for specific procedures (ex. marijuana RX
or a senior needing joint relief) - when referring please specify these patients.
Patients can self refer for: cold laser for pain,
prolo-therapy, focused shock wave, smoking cessation & platelet rich plasma for joint
injection or tendonitis.
For more information about referrals please call the office.
Phone: 403-580-3545
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