Health Services

Continuing care includes home care, supportive living, long-term care, hospice and end of life care. AHS has programs and services to help Albertans of all ages lead active and fulfilling lives, close to home.

A health service that supports Albertans of all ages (with a valid Alberta Health Care Card) in wellness and independence. The goal is to help individuals remain safe and independent in their own home or care setting for as long as possible. Telephone assessment are done to determine program eligibility. Services include: health promotion and teaching; treatments; end of life/palliative care; rehabilitation; personal care support; assistance to maintain social connections, and support for family or other caregivers.

Public Health Nursing: Provides services to families, individuals, and communities to promote health and wellness and to prevent illness. The Perinatal Program offers information and resources to new parents including prenatal classes, home visits, screening and referrals, and breastfeeding support. Routine immunizations are provided by appointment in well child clinics, adult clinics, and travel health clinics. School Health programs include immunization for grade 6 & 9 students as well as catch up immunization for those in grade 1 - 9. The annual influenza campaign offers influenza immunization to all individuals over six months of age. Public Health is also involved in communicable disease surveillance, follow-up, and preventative management. Oral Health: Provides free fluoride varnish for eligible pre-school children 12-35 months. In select schools, fluoride varnish is offered to children in Kindergarten, grades 1 & 2.Early Intervention Program (EIP): Supports families of children (0 - 3 1/2 years) with developmental delays or disabilities using a home-based, family-centered approach. EIP staff connect families to community resources, provide information on child development, and develop a service plan unique to each family. Sexual Health Consultant: Information/support, resources and presentations on sexual health to adults, youth, parents, professionals, community groups and schools. Issues addressed include: prevention, diagnosis and treatment of sexually transmitted infections; contraception (birth control); healthy and informed sexual health decision making and healthy relationships. Throughout the course of the pandemic, many of these outreach opportunities are offered virtually. The type of support (virtual or in-person) is in constant evaluation reflecting Alberta Health Guidance on prevention of COVID-19. Environmental Public Health Program: As regulators, public health inspectors enforce the Public Health Act, Skin Cancer Prevention (Artificial Tanning) Act, Tobacco, Smoking and Vaping Reduction Act, and their regulations. Public Health inspectors routinely inspect public places including restaurants, swimming pools, rental houses, day cares, tattooing or body piercing shops and special events. Also provides health and safety training in the areas of food safety, swimming pool operation, and child-care facility operation. They are empowered to investigate public complaints about health and safety concerns in public facilities, and to investigate illness resulting from consumption of food or drinking water, or from exposure to environmental contaminants. EPH also supports Albertans in reducing the risk and spread of COVID-19 in Alberta, by working together with business operators, and Albertans, to ensure compliance with Chief Medical Officer of Health Orders and Guidelines. They use education, inspection, and enforcement with a focus on places and activities which present the greatest risk of COVID-19 transmission. EPH is mandated to respond to all public complaints and to follow up on outstanding violations. Health Promotion: In supporting communities and schools in addressing health priorities, our team utilizes community development, co-design and innovation principles to deliver a combination of virtual and in-person supports including (but not limited to); review and explore community health data and information; tools, resources, and supports to create healthy schools and communities; consultations and facilitation to support redesign, long term planning, development of a comprehensive strategy to address wellness priorities, grant applications, etc.; guidance in health equity, collective impact and service realignment; best and promising practices in community action and health school environments; health resources and information (i.e., tobacco reduction, cannabis regulation, environmental public health, nutrition, injury prevention). Throughout the course of the pandemic, many of these outreach opportunities are offered virtually. They type of support (virtual or in-person) is in constant evaluation reflecting Alberta Health Guidance on prevention of COVID-19. Public Health Nutrition: Dietitians work with communities to support Central Albertans to eat healthy where they live, learn, work, play. Dietitians support improving healthy eating environments in your community, school, child care, recreation centre, or workplace. Dietitians deliver on-line nutrition workshops that are open to pregnant women and caregivers of young children. Visit AHS services website for more information.

Children's Rehabilitation Services offers Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and Audiology services for children under the age of 18. Screening, assessment, treatment and consultation with all disciplines are available. Referrals for services regarding developmental needs can be made by parents, physicians and/or other community professionals.

The Healthy Living Centre is an innovative health service designed to be a central point for the community to access health information, programs and services in the areas of prevention and promotion, clinical rehabilitation and chronic illness. Focus is on facilitating client self management of their health, injury or illness. Services include occupational and physical therapy, respiratory, kinesiologist, dietician, nurse and wellness coaching.

Primary health services provided by a Nurse Practitioner. Nurse Practitioners are advance trained nurses, they are able to asses, examine, order lab work and diagnostic imaging, diagnose and treat primary care conditions (including prescribing and referrals). They are available to be primary care providers to their patients. Appointments can include: health screening, same day visits, mental wellness screening and follow up, chronic disease management, health promotion, foot care services and much more.

The Battle River Lending Place Society is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals in our community by providing accessible mobility equipment. Our mission is to empower individuals with mobility challenges to regain their independence and freedom of movement. Through our lending program, we strive to ensure that no one is held back by limited access to essential mobility aids, regardless of their financial circumstances. We are committed to enhancing mobility and promoting self-sufficiency within our community. Lending Mobility Equipment: We provide a range of mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and more, without any cost. Our goal is to ensure that everyone in our community has access to the equipment they need to lead a more independent and fulfilling life. All equipment is inspected and sanitized prior to lending. A comprehensive inspection is completed on all equipment to confirm that it is in good working order and to note any cosmetic damages.

Care centered around you and led by your family doctor in partnership with other healthcare professionals. The PCN uses a team-based approach to focus on your health goals. Programs to help you live healthier include Chronic Disease prevention and management (Nurse Practitioner, Dietician, Nurse or Exercise Specialist), Prenatal care and prenatal loss support, Geriatrics assessment and fall prevention, Youth Mental Health Clinic, Youth and Adult Behavioural Health Consultants, and Transitional Care.

Call 1-888-236-6283 for days and location of clinic.

The Cancer Patient Navigator helps guide you through the physical, emotional and financial challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis. Provides information and education, and assists in accessing support services needed.

Certified Facilitator in Natural Health Connection Methodologies and Licensed in Financial Advancement and Education Strategies. Confidential, compassionate, sustainable and pragmatic support for individuals and families seeking education, forward moving, take charge creative and connective approach to personal growth, relationships and financial areas. Free resources and action plans specific to your unique situation are available. Services available by telephone, zoom or in person. Connecting in Spirit- an empowering way forward, together, to generate and create greater for our future.

Provides social programs for older adults with chronic disease &/or disability who are living in the community. Serves people with memory impairment &/or chronic health problems. Offers socialization leisure activities.

Family Medicine and Plastic Surgery

HIV Edmonton believes health equity and gender equity is a right. We achieve this by honoring community, advocating in partnership to amplify community voices, enhancing responsiveness, and advancing the knowledge that U=U=U: Undetectable equals Un-transmittable meaning a person living with HIV achieves and maintains an undetectable viral load, they cannot transmit HIV sexually; Universal access to testing, treatment, care, and support is central to U=U=U.

Camrose Hospice has been a registered charity since 2011 serving the city of Camrose, and the counties of Beaver, Camrose and Flagstaff. Services are offered in-home, at a hospital, long-term care facilities, through programs at Mirror Lake Centre, and in the community. Support groups and education sessions are available (schedules are available on our website). HSCD office is located at the lower level of the Mirror Lake Centre. Staff and trained volunteers provide these services:

Palliative and End of Life Programs - provides respite and support to families who are caring for someone who has a life limiting illness and to those dying at home.

Bereavement and Grief Programs - provides individual grief sessions, grief companions, grief walks, and grief support groups.

St. Mary's Hospital is available for all your acute care needs. We are an innovative and welcoming 76 bed rural hospital serving Camrose and surrounding communities. Our friendly and responsive staff uphold Covenant Health's Mission, Vision, and Values by providing exceptional quality of care to all. We provide Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services including a Pharmacy, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, Respiratory Therapy, and Fluoroscopy; in addition, our facility is equipped with Radiology, Ultrasound, and Computed Tomography (CT) Scanning technology. In-Patient Services include: Laboratory, Medicine, Mental Health Services, Spiritual Care, Stroke Services, Palliative Care, and our modern Surgical technology allows for advanced services in Anesthesia, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, and Plastics. Out Patient Services: 24-Hour Emergency Department, Ambulatory Care Clinic, Cardiac Stress Testing, Cancer Clinic, Surgical Pre-Assessments, Heart and Stroke Clinic and Preventative Education, Minor Outpatient Surgeries, Clinical Nutrition, and a Travelling MRI. St. Mary's Hospital, Camrose Foundation website is www.stmaryshospitalfoundation.com

Provides educational resources, information, assistance, support and referrals to people with kidney disease, reduced kidney function, on dialysis and transplant recipients and donors. Speakers are available for organ and tissue donation awareness as well as kidney health presentations.

Doctor of podiatric medicine dealing with disease, injury and surgery of the foot.

Referrals, advocacy, information, education, community group, and support visiting.

The Smith Clinic is a multi-disciplinary clinic combining family practice with various specialties. We offer same day appointments Monday to Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.� To make an appointment call 780-672-2423 and press options 1, 2 or 3.

Sells specialized medical products including: mastectomy prosthesis, mastectomy bras, swim forms & bathing suits, post surgical garments, scarves, caps, hats, post cancer items, scar care, literature, ready made compression stockings, compression sleeves, burn garments, sport braces, ostomy supplies, incontinent supplies, catheters & accessories, & first aid supplies. Offers specialized service: bra, mastectomy and stocking fittings. Bills WCB, AISH, AADL, Veterans Affairs.

Ticklish Toes is a mobile foot care company that offers comprehensive foot care including nail and callus management as well as certified management of foot care for patients with diabetes all within the comfort of your own home by an LPN.

Wellspring Alberta is a warm and welcoming community that provides a comprehensive range of support, resources and programs so anyone living with cancer and the people who care for them can improve the quality of their lives. All Wellspring Alberta programs and services are offered free of charge and without referral to Alberta residents. Programs and services are available online, over the phone and in-person - meeting you where you are or where to feel most comfortable. At Wellspring, people gather to support each other, exchange information, and share a sense of hope - all in the warm, caring atmosphere of our centres, and in our welcoming online community. Our focus is always on the person, not the illness, and all who reach out to Wellspring are cared for in a safe community of compassion.