Health Resources

The South Calgary PCN has vetted and verified a number of health resources for residents of south Calgary. If this is an emergency, please call 911 or use a phone number associated with the Calgary Police Service. If you are in crisis (suicidal, self-harming, feeling at risk, or are in need of immediate support), please call 911 or contact the Distress Centre at 403.266.4357 (HELP).

Calgary Police Service

Child and Family Services (Child Welfare): 403.428.2211
Domestic Conflict Unit: 403.428.8339
Sex Crimes Unit: 403.428.2211

Hospitals/Health Centres

Alberta Children’s Hospital: 403.943.7211
Foothills Medical Centre: 403.944.1110
Peter Lougheed Centre: 403.943.4555
Rockyview General Hospital: 403.943.3000
Sheldon M. Chumir: 403.955.6200
South Calgary Health Centre (Urgent Care): 403.943.9300
South Health Campus: 403.956.1111

External Links Text4Hope

Text4Hope is a free service providing three months of daily Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)–based text messages written by mental health therapists.

 MyHealth Alberta Health A-Z

Health Information & Tools Check your symptoms, learn more about a health condition or medicine.

 Access Mental Health

A non-urgent service that provides information, consultation and referral to individuals residing in Calgary who have addiction and/or mental health concerns.

 Health Link

Do you have a health concern for yourself or a child? Call Health Link by dialing 811 for quick and easy advice from a registered nurse 24/7.

 Choosing Wisely

Choosing Wisely Canada is the national voice for reducing unnecessary tests and treatments in health care.

 MyHealth Records

A MyHealth Records account gives you one, secure place to see​ your health information, including immunizations, medications and lab tests.

 MyHealth Alberta Symptom Checker

Check your symptoms, learn more about a health condition or medicine. Take charge of your health.

 UpToDate

UpToDate offers nearly 1,500 patient education topics about the most common medical conditions and procedures. They give readers the information they need to actively participate in decisions related to their care.

 Alberta Healthy Living Program

The Alberta Healthy Living Program (AHLP) provides services to those with chronic conditions. These services include information, education, techniques and support to help improve your health and quality of life.

COVID-19 Resources

Managing COVID at Home Nagivating COVID (Red Amber Green) What to do if you think you have COVID For Patients with COVID - AMA AHS Self Assessment & Booking Tool For docs: Simplified Guidance for Clinic Staff APPLE for Uncertainty CCCB Statement on Vaccine Choice Commitment to Comfort during and after Immunization COVID-19 and Expectant and New Parents COVID-19 and Your Mental Health Crisis Services Listing Financial Supports for People Impacted by COVID-19 Isolation and Quarantine Requirements Helping You Feel Better after COVID-19 Psychological Impacts of COVID-19 Working from Home 19toZero Combatting Vaccine Hesitancy 19toZero Townhall COVID-19 Vaccination Information IPC PPE table for clinics Infection Prevention & Control (IP&C)

CONSENT

Informed Consent Involvement of Others Consent Form

PRIMARY CARE BEHAVIOURAL HEALTH

What is a Primary Care Behavioural Health Provider? How can they support you in your Medical Home (your family doctor’s office)? 

If you have an upcoming appointment with a PCBH provider, please read this to understand this team-based service. 

PCBH Patient Letter

Time 2 Talk Resources

ADHD Resource List What Is ADHD? Tips for Managing ADHD Managing ADHD
About Perfectionism Fight or Flight Image Living with Worry and Anxiety Amidst Global Uncertainty Grounding Techniques Anxiety Overview Diaphragmatic Breathing Worry Tree
Negative Intrusive Thoughts Depression Spiral
Emotion Wheel Emotional Eating
Grief
Collaborative & Proactive Solutions Booklet Collaborative & Proactive Solutions Parent Tip Sheet
Assertive Communication How to Create Healthy Boundaries
CBT for Insomnia How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
4 A’s for Managing Alcohol Use Low-Risk Drinking Guidelines Safe Drinking Habits Tobacco Cessation
3-Column Thought Record 7-Column Thought Record 11 Steps to Stop Ruminating APPLE CBT Model Worksheet Change, Accept, Let Go Cognitive Distortions Self-Compassion Exercises Thought Record Worksheet Detective
Bullseye Choice Point Defusions Techniques Dropping anchor (40 sec, 2 mins, 7 mins, 11 mins) Exploring Feelings How the struggle switch evolved How To 'Drop Anchor' How's your mind hooking you? Leaves on a stream (11 mins) Leaves on a stream (3 mins) Life Map Mindful Breathing (5 mins) Relaxation Audio Tracks: Progressive muscle relaxation, Guided Imagery, Body Scan, Deep Breathing Techniques for Unhooking From Thoughts Unhooking Values
Calgary Resource Guide Counselling and Social Services Support in Calgary Free Career Counselling Resources Free Food in Calgary Handout Helpful Websites Phone Apps you May Find Helpful for Various Mental Health Concerns

Dietitian Resources

Nutrition Services - Dietitian Role Overview A Guide to Self-Monitoring for Binge Eating Establishing Regular Eating for Binge Eating Getting Started: Healthy Eating for Weight Management Getting Started: Healthy Eating for Blood Sugar Management Health Basics Exercise Video Healthy Eating Principles Healthy Grocery Shopping Resource List of Online Resources Low FODMAP Diet Menu Ideas Self-Monitoring Form

Complex Care Resources

Heart Failure Hypertension AHS Nutrition Resources Healthy Lifestyle to Improve Cholesterol
Diabetes Canada Diabetes Canada Specific Resources Alberta Diabetes Link Alberta Diabetes Link Education Handouts AHS Nutrition Resources
A Good Night's Sleep Activity Pacing AHS Ambulatory Community Physiotherapy AHS Chronic Pain Alberta Health Services Chronic Pain Alberta Healthy Living Program Chronic Pain Consult Services Community Accessible Rehabilitation Fall Prevention Clinic Gate Control Method of Pain GLAD info sheet GLA:D Workshop Home Care Pain Program Evaluation Survey Rehabilitation Advice Line Road To Recovery Sleepwell Tame the Beast Tazzy Booklet Understanding Persistent Pain Booklet
Tazzy Booklet Understanding Persistent Pain Booklet Am I Ready? Self-Questionnaire Consent, Waiver and Release Form Evaluation Survey Informed Consent My Medication List Pain Program Handbook Priority Planning Worksheet SCPCN Chronic Pain Orientation SCPCN Chronic Pain - Top Priority Planning Self Reflection Worksheet Virtual Workshop Consent
Alberta KidneyCare AHS Nutrition Resources
Calgary COPD & Asthma Program
Advanced Care Planning
Addiction and Mental Health Helpline CMHA National Help in Tough Times Looking After Your Mental Health Mental Health Commission of Canada Wellness Together Canada
Calgary Police Service

Child and Family Services (Child Welfare): 403.428.2211
Domestic Conflict Unit: 403.428.8339
Sex Crimes Unit: 403.428.2211

Hospitals/Health Centres

Alberta Children’s Hospital: 403.943.7211
Foothills Medical Centre: 403.944.1110
Peter Lougheed Centre: 403.943.4555
Rockyview General Hospital: 403.943.3000
Sheldon M. Chumir: 403.955.6200
South Calgary Health Centre (Urgent Care): 403.943.9300
South Health Campus: 403.956.1111

External Links Text4Hope

Text4Hope is a free service providing three months of daily Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)–based text messages written by mental health therapists.

 MyHealth Alberta Health A-Z

Health Information & Tools Check your symptoms, learn more about a health condition or medicine.

 Access Mental Health

A non-urgent service that provides information, consultation and referral to individuals residing in Calgary who have addiction and/or mental health concerns.

 Health Link

Do you have a health concern for yourself or a child? Call Health Link by dialing 811 for quick and easy advice from a registered nurse 24/7.

 Choosing Wisely

Choosing Wisely Canada is the national voice for reducing unnecessary tests and treatments in health care.

 MyHealth Records

A MyHealth Records account gives you one, secure place to see​ your health information, including immunizations, medications and lab tests.

 MyHealth Alberta Symptom Checker

Check your symptoms, learn more about a health condition or medicine. Take charge of your health.

 UpToDate

UpToDate offers nearly 1,500 patient education topics about the most common medical conditions and procedures. They give readers the information they need to actively participate in decisions related to their care.

 Alberta Healthy Living Program

The Alberta Healthy Living Program (AHLP) provides services to those with chronic conditions. These services include information, education, techniques and support to help improve your health and quality of life.
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