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. They can be reached directly at (403) 529-3582.
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
The AHS Provincial Mental Health Promotion & Illness Prevention Team is pleased to announce the release of the Teen Self-Management for Depression & Anxiety Booklet. This booklet provides evidence-based information and age-appropriate activities (youth ages 13-18) which service providers, parents or caregivers, and youth can use to help manage depression and anxiety as well as support positive mental health and resilience.
Referral Options:
If you require guidance on which Addictions/Mental Health programs may work best for you, or need to access referral documents please contact “Access Mental Health Services” who will assist you in finding the best possible route.
In case of an emergency or crisis
- Please visit the emergency department at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital or Brooks Health Centre, or call Health Link at 811.
- Alberta Mental Health Help Line: 1 (877) 303-2642
- Alberta Addictions Helpline: 1 (866) 332-2322
Downloads
Addictions and Mental Health Child and Youth Brochure
172 KB, pdf
Teen Self-Management for Depression and Anxiety Booklet
1,007 KB, pdf
AHS-Generic-Referral-Form
552 KB, pdf