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Helpline receives calls and emails from people and families affected by asthma to direct them to the best resources. Offers personalized information and support about: Newly diagnosed asthma Managing symptoms Avoiding specific triggers Treatment options Asthma and allergy friendly products

Support Groups

Asthma Canada offers programs and services for those with Asthma and their caregivers. They perform advocacy, education and research in to this disease.There is information on the connections between asthma and allergies as well as with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder. Helpline (1-800-787-4050) Educational materials and resources Asthma clinic locator Asthma Canada Membership Alliance Online peer mentoring for children with asthma

Support Groups

Church offers Kids Club, youth programs, young adult programs, women"s and men"s ministries, bible studies, support groups for divorced and bereaved people, Sunday School for all ages and worship

Support Groups & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Provides services and support for individuals and families struggling with addiction issues Offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings when required Provides transportation to all meetings and workshops upon requestPrevention Provides public seminars/meetings to raise community awareness of alcohol, drug abuse and gambling addictions Holds educational sessions Coordinates cultural and spiritual eventsIntervention Facilitates recreational activities and social events Provides individual and group discussions Offers cultural and spiritual gatheringsAftercare provided for preventing reoccurrence: Counselling, sharing circles and support groups Regular phone calls and home visits Referrals to Band services, social services, detoxification and treatment centres and medical assistance

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Offers the "Stop Smoking with FHT"s" cessation program to assist individuals in quitting tobacco use Conducts initial assessment to determine the patient"s smoking habits and health profile to provide the appropriate treatment Provides self-management support and strategies Assists patients released from hospital to remain smoke-free after dischargeOffers the following support and services: Education and information Counselling Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) that can include patch, lozenges, gum and inhalers Prescriptions for Champix or Zyban (through FHT Pharmacist)

Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling & In person crisis services

Offers community-based treatment and education for individuals struggling with addictions and gambling issues Provides assessment, referrals to residential treatment and aftercare Offers individual relapse prevention counselling Gives individual, group, couples and family counselling Provides support for family members affected by addictions

Crisis Intervention & Drugs-Alcohol-Gambling Counselling & Mental Health Counselling

Community-based outpatient facilities that offer individual, group, conjoint or family counselling services as well as other mental health services for community residents including disorderd eating, substance use and gambling.

Support Groups & Crisis lines & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Provides culturally appropriate education, programs and support to improve the health of Indigenous women and their babies Gives presentations on prenatal and postnatal health and healthy life choices Arranges home and hospital visits from prenatal worker Plans and supervises exercise groups for pre/postnatal women Provides aquafit vouchersBaby and Me Provides group support through weekly talking and sharing circles Encourages relating personal experiences Offers guest speakers occasionally to talk on related topicsBreastfeeding Program Provides information and instruction concerning appropriate techniques for nursing an infant for expectant parents or new mothers Loans out breastfeeding pumps and other related equipmentCooking Together Provides a weekly lunch program; families plan, prepare and eat a healthy meal together Provides grocery budgeting and shopping adviceFruit Basket Provides fruit/vegetable vouchers and vitamin supplements to enhance healthy pregnancy Provides child care for one hour per week for any reason Provides an informal afternoon of socialization, information sharing and to pick up fruit baskets and vegetable vouchers

Mental Health Counselling

Offers activities that are geared toward physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs of the children and their families. This program provides a safe, non-judgemental environment for children who may be at risk and provides culturally appropriate programs.

Mental Health Counselling

Offers a safe, non-judgemental environment to parents. This program assists parents of children who are at risk and offers support in areas such as: Healthy living, physical activities, arts and crafts, educational support, parenting tips, and a referral service.

Mental Health Counselling

Provides crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence

Mental Health Counselling

Offers counselling to children who may be at risk for certain negative behaviors. This program incorporates traditional cultural values to encourage a healthy lifestyle. This program provides a safe, non-judgmental environment and provides activities that will have a positive impact on the children and their families.

Support Groups & Addiction Treatment & Addiction Counselling

Provides services and support for individuals and families struggling with addiction issues Offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings when required Provides transportation to all meetings and workshops upon requestPrevention Provides public seminars/meetings to raise community awareness of alcohol, drug abuse and gambling addictions Holds educational sessions in schools Coordinates cultural and spiritual eventsIntervention Facilitates recreational activities and social events Provides individual and group discussions Offers cultural and spiritual gatheringsAftercare ServicesProvides the following services aimed at preventing alcohol and drug abuse problems from reoccurring: Counselling, sharing circles and support groups Regular phone calls and home visits Referrals to band services, social services, detoxification and treatment centres and medical assistance

Youth Addictions

This service is for youth aged 12-17 who have been charged through Youth Justice and referrals are made by probation officers and judges.   Services Include: * Individual & Family Counselling ** Educational Programming * Employment Skills Counselling * Consultation with a multi-disciplinary team

Community Mental Health Centers & Support Groups

Services are free and confidential. They include: Medical Grade Pregnancy Tests Pregnancy Options Support Point-of-care Ultrasound STI Testing & Treatment Pregnancy + Beyond Support Post Abortion Support Abortion Support Resources & Referrals Male Mentoring Community Referrals Sexual Health and Relationship Education (S.H.A.R.E) for teens, students & teachers Baby Boutique - Free Maternity and Baby Clothes (NB - 2T)