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Protect your child's teeth with free fluoride varnish. Start your child's visits early between 12 and 35 months (1 and 2 years) old.
Children between 12 and 35 months (1 and 2 years) old are eligible to start the program. For more information and eligibility, visit our website Preschool Oral Health Services
Note: For Calgary and area, eligibility is also based on family income.
Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.
Low German interpretation is available in South and Central Zones.
Wheel chair access available.
4707 50 Avenue Whitecourt Alberta T7S 1P1
780-706-3173
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The focus of intervention is short term recovery. Clinicians help clients generate achievable goals for stabilization and change. Parental involvement is expected for children / youth unless a client is assessed as a mature minor. Services are available for children, youth, adults and older adults with addiction and / or mental health concerns. Clinicians work with individuals and families to identify goals of treatment as they relate to their moderate to severe addiction and / or mental health concerns. Addiction Services (clients with alcohol, tobacco, gambling, and / or other drug concerns) may include:
Mental Health Services may include:
Services may vary by location. Please call for more information.
Mental Health Referrals made immediately with Centralized Intake, however first time appointments may be on a wait period depending on demand for service at that time.
Closed Statutory Holidays
A range of supports are provided to persons living with severe and persistent mental illness while they are living in the community and whenever possible, while they are an inpatient.
A qualified team of health professionals offer:
Services are individualized, focused on recovery, and based on the principles of Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) to assist with various areas of community living.
Individuals can be referred by:
Although someone else may refer individuals, participation is voluntary and individuals have the right to refuse service.
For people ages 18 or older.
An estimated wait time will be provided at the time of appointment booking.
Services are goal-driven; starting and continuing services is based on having functional reasons / goals for rehabilitation. Services will vary and is based on a child's needs and goals, and the availability of local programs.
Communication
Services help with:
Eating, feeding and swallowing
Equipment to support communication
Equipment to support movement and function
Participating in childhood activities and taking care of self
Services are available for children and youth from birth to 18 years of age.
Children birth to five years of age (prior to school entry): a broad range of health and developmental services are offered.
Children and youth 6 to 18 years: specific eligibility (call to inquire), health-focused services are offered when a child / youth has a significant change in their medical or (neuro)developmental condition; or due to injury, medical intervention, surgery, or illness.
Alternating Thursdays
The program provides navigation, education,support and information for families of children from birth to 5 years in many settings and locations; clinic, family's home (if needed), playgroups, and in the community.
Works with families concerned with their child's development and/or children at risk for developmental delays (premature birth, prenatal exposure to drugs or alcohol, diagnosed disability).
Once the referral is received, a letter is sent to the family telling them how long the wait will be. The wait list is reviewed every week. Priorities are decided by client needs. Families are encouraged to contact the Early Intervention Program if they need immediate help.
Pick-up Details:
Monday - Sunday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Drop-off Days:
Monday to Wednesday
Before 3:00 PM
Drinking water, beaches and swimming pool water can be tested. Chemical water sampling testing is available and looks for common chemicals and trace metals found in water. Bacteria water sampling tests water samples for indicator bacteria to ensure water is safe.
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Provides community presentations on health promotion topics including:
Teaches individuals, organizations and communities about making healthy lifestyle choices by:
Topics include:
Closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, and statutory holidays.
Offers information, workshops and training on preventing and/or coping with:
Mental health promotion facilitators work with schools and various community agencies to strengthen resiliency amongst the population.
Some services are offered directly by Alberta Health Services staff, agencies funded by Alberta Health Services or community partners
This service is available to all ages.
Depends upon nature of request
There is a fee for Mental Health First Aid, suicide intervention training and other like courses. Information and workshops are at no cost.
Closed Monday to Friday12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, and statutory holidays.
The focus of intervention is short term recovery. Clinicians help clients generate achievable goals for stabilization and change. Parental involvement is expected for children / youth unless a client is assessed as a mature minor. Services are available for children, youth, adults and older adults with mental health concerns. Clinicians work with individuals and families to identify goals of treatment as they relate to their moderate to severe mental health concerns. Mental Health Services may include:
Service is are available to all ages in most locations.
Fluoride varnish helps protect your child's teeth from tooth decay (cavities). It slows down decay already started.
Your child needs four fluoride varnish visits, six months apart, to best protect their teeth. Fluoride varnish is painted on your child's teeth. It takes less than one minute to apply. You can hold your child during the visit.
You can also ask any questions you may have about protecting your child's teeth.
If your child is diagnosed with asthma by a doctor, bring their quick reliever medication to the appointment. If your child feels anxious with dental visits it may trigger asthma symptoms.
This provincial prevention service is available across Alberta.
For more information and eligibility, visit our website: Preschool Oral Health Services
Our goal is to improve the oral health of people of all ages, in the North Zone (all Areas). A healthy mouth is an important piece in a person's overall health. Healthy teeth and gums support good nutrition, speech, growth, development, learning, and social development.This program offers:
Targeted School Services: Fluoride varnish applications, oral health assessments and referrals, sealant applications, classroom education, and resource provision. These services are targeted to schools identified with students at oral health risk. Services may vary across the North Zone.
Preschool Program: Fluoride varnish applications, oral health assessments and referrals for eligible children 12-35 months old. Services may vary across the North Zone.
Community Education: Education for health professionals, community leaders, parent groups and other community groups to promote oral health. Information on fluoride and private well water sampling to determine fluoride levels available. Services may vary across the North Zone.
Age 12 - 35 months to begin preschool fluoride varnish program.
Services are offered to eligible schools and may include:
A child diagnosed with asthma must have their short acting asthma reliever medication with them to receive service.
Alberta Health Services (AHS) health zones partner with schools in low income neighborhoods to provide preventive dental services at school.
Services are for people with developmental and / or medical conditions who need help with:
Please contact the site to discuss eligibility requirements.
The waiting list varies by location. Please contact the site directly to inquire about wait times.
