Prenatal Care Information
Read on for up-to-date information regarding prenatal care.
Read on for up-to-date information regarding prenatal care.
The current cost of living has impacted food security for many. Alberta has the highest rate of food insecurity in Canada (1). It can be incredibly challenging to figure out where to cut back and how to stay on budget when you are barely scraping by. This month we feature some local organizations who work tirelessly to feed our communities.
Medicine Hat is home to the Root Cellar Food and Wellness Hub, “a central location for all levels of society to connect, access resources, and participate in the greater community” (1). You can request a hamper that has a variety of items or attend their in house “grocery store” for a free shop. Some items vary based on availability but always include pantry, fridge and freezer options. Items for special diets are available as well. Additional programs include the community kitchen (12 week cooking program), brown bagged lunch (school program), community garden and the helping hamper for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
There is an intake process: you can make an appointment by phoning 403-528-4566 or emailing intake@mhfoodbank.com. Visit their website for more information at https://www.mhfoodbank.com/food-first
Food hampers are also available at the Fifth Avenue Memorial Church – call 403-526-2237 to book an appointment.
In Brooks, the Brooks Food Bank Foundation offers food hampers and other food security programs. Please phone 403-793-2535 to book an appointment. Visit their website for more information: https://brooksfoodbank.ca
There are various hot meal and lunch programs in Medicine Hat:
Knowing there are places in our community to turn to in times of need can make all the difference.
Sources
Current Palliser PCN career postings – employment with Palliser PCN.
Current clinic job postings – employment within clinics.
A free phone-based seniors program for adults 55+.
Information for patient health and wellness.
Resources your PCN provider may have directed you to access before/after a visit.
Palliser PCN videos on several health topics.
A list of Palliser PCN health homes (clinics), contact information, and PCN physicians and teams in those locations.