2009 Family Health and Wellness Guide

The Source for Advice, Support, Prevention and Information.

ASSOCIATIONS, SUPPORT, COUNSELING & EDUCATION

ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES – CALGARY

Creating the circle of healthy child care
Phone: 403-310-0000 toll free in Alberta
Website: parentlinkalberta.ca
If you are an unregistered child care provider, don’t forget to pick up your FREE copy of “Creating the Circle of Healthy Child Care” resource at any Parent Link Centre. To locate a centre near you or for more information, visit parentlinkalberta.ca or call 403-310-0000 toll free in Alberta.

Growing Miracles
Phone: 403-943-LINK (5465)
A reminder to all parents who do not have the “Growing Miracles – The First Six Years With Your Child” resource. Please visit your local Community Health Centre and ask for your FREE copy.

Control Asthma Now!
Phone: 403-943-9139
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Website: calgaryhealthregion.ca/ican
Don’t let asthma take your breath away! Visit the Calgary Health Region “iCAN” website for all your asthma information needs online - animated device demonstrations, medication questions, triggers, tools, links and more all at your fingertips. Learn how you can say “I CAN control my asthma now (iCAN).”

ANNIE THE NANNY

Phone: 403-836-5437 (KIDS)
Website: anniethenanny.ca
Is your kid’s behavior getting to you? If so, Annie can help! Annie the Nanny provides advice and techniques to empower parents and help them with any behavior problems their child/children may be having. Trained and experienced, she offers in-home assessment and lots of support, while she works with parents to show them the keys to bringing up happy, confident, well-behaved children. Banish whining, bedtime battles, or other challenging behaviors. See her website for lots of free information and more!

BEYOND PACT & TERRIFIC TODDLERS

Community-based location
Contact: Val
Phone: 403-241-8544
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Website: pact.9f.com
Beyond PACT is an ongoing discussion group that provides support and information based on a healthy, respectful approach to parenting for parents and/or caregivers of toddlers (Terrific Toddlers) and children, five to 10 years (Beyond Pact). Participants choose topics of interest to them such as: discipline, communication, self-esteem or normal child development. Enrollment is continuous – begin anytime.

CHILDREN’S LINK SOCIETY

Phone: 403-230-9158
Website: childrenslink.ca
The Children’s Link Society is a resource service for families who have children with special needs. We connect families to support s and services as well as other families. Our Family Link Program provides opportunities for a family to meet with other families in an unbiased and non-judgmental atmosphere.

COBBLESTONE HEALTH LTD.

959 Canna Crescent SW
Contact: Judith Cobb
Phone: 403-287-2991
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Website: cobblestonehealth.com
The voice of experience in natural family health care. With 29 years’ experience working with fertility challenges, high-risk and healthy pregnancy, infants, children and adults with all types of health concerns, Judith will tailor-make a wellness program to meet your needs while teaching you how to take charge of your health using herbology, nutrition, iridology, biokinesiology, EFT, German New Medicine. Private consultations. Live online natural health workshops.

CRAWFORD PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

1842 14th St SW
Contact: Dr. Jennifer Crawford, Registered Psychologist
Phone: 403-703-2645
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Are you concerned about your child’s academic or emotional functioning? Bedtime struggles, tantrums and fights about homework getting you down? We provide a comprehensive Psychological service for children and families. Specialities include assessment of learning, ADHD, and giftedness, treatment of anxiety, and support for children with concurrent medical issues. Treatment modalities include cognitive behavioural therapy, behaviour management and clinical hypnosis. Book an appointment today!

DONNA GOULD COUNSELING AND CONSULTING

Suite 202, 1235 - 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-228-1518
Registered Psychologist works with children, adolescents and families in a holistic manner. Symptoms are viewed as originally adaptive behaviors, which have outgrown their usefulness. Service areas include self-esteem, trauma resolution (e.g. emotional, physical, sexual abuse), developmental issues, play-therapy, parenting issues, school performance and hypnosis for emotional and physical conditions.

ECKERT PSYCHOLOGY & EDUCATION CENTRE

Unit A, 2220 7 Avenue NW
Contact: Darlene, Client Services Co-ordinator
Phone: 403-230-2959, Ext. 33
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Website: eckertcentre.com; beaparentingpro.com
Is your child coming home after school feeling defeated and discouraged? As a parent, you know your children’s education is a priceless asset to ensuring their future happiness and success. Yet, for many children, school is a place that limits, rather than promotes, positive development. If you’re worried about your child’s school progress, you need answers. Fulfill your child’s educational promise. Book a Comprehensive Learning Assessment today.

MACDONALD PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

Suite 204, 908 - 17 Avenue SW
Contact: Dr. Brent Macdonald
Phone: 403-229-3455
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Website: mps.ca
Macdonald Psychological Services offers a full range of psychoeducational assessments and counselling services. Using individual and family-oriented approaches to working with school-aged children, adolescents, and post-secondary students, Dr. Brent Macdonald brings over 15 years of experience in working with issues including learning difficulties, attention problems, anxiety, and school-related strategy instruction.

MASTERMIND COGNITIVE TRAINING

Phone: 403-243-9533
Website: mastermindtraining.ca
At Mastermind, we enhance the underlying cognitive skills that lead to more proficient learning with three unique, dynamic and powerful programs that offer new hope to families. Developed by a leading team of psychologists, the effectiveness of these one-on-one programs is indisputable as they have been used in over 2000 schools, universities, hospitals and clinics to help with such skills as attention and focus, logic and reasoning, comprehension, language processing, auditory analysis (fundamental to reading and spelling), visual processing and memory. Call today to book your free assessment.

DR. LIANN R. MELOFF, REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST

Suite 403, 4600 Crowchild Trail NW
Phone: 403-247-8948
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Dr. Meloff is a registered psychologist with a focus on working with children and families (including psychoeducational assessments). Dr. Meloff also specializes in working with individuals (children and adults) with weight issues (both overweight and underweight).

MOROZ CHILD PSYCHOLOGY GROUP INC.

2219 4 Street SW
Contact: Kelly Moroz
Phone: 403-541-1199
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Website: morozchildpsychology.com
Moroz Child Psychology Group Inc. is an amalgamation of Alberta Registered Psychologists whose expertise surrounds assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of children and teens. Our areas of proficiency surround the detection and treatment of Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Anxiety, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Our expertise extends to increasing compliance in oppositional children, enhancing adolescent/parent communication and providing group social skills training for the treatment of Pervasive Developmental Disorders.

PACT, PARENTS AND CHILDREN TOGETHER

7 locations in Calgary
Contact: Val
Phone: 403-670-1710
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Website: pact.9f.com
Enrich and strengthen your family through on-going parent education, support and play. PACT offers you and your preschool children one program to attend together! At PACT you can socialize with other families, gain information and support for parenting challenges, and increase your confidence as a parent. A stimulating child-directed play environment supports your children's healthy development. Enrollment is continuous - join at anytime. Fun for kids! Great for parents!

PEDIATRIC WEIGHT CLINIC

#402, 4600 Crowchild Trail NW
Contact: Roberta Corbett
Phone: 403-547-8992
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Website: pediatricweightclinic.com
The Pediatric Weight Clinic provides a unique family-focused program to help your child obtain and maintain a healthy weight. One-on-one sessions with a Psychologist, a Pediatrician, a Nutritionist, and a Trainer not only educate but provide support, encouragement and practical applications required to make healthy and permanent lifestyle changes.

POSITIVE DISCIPLINE CANADA

Contact: Ruth Buffam
Phone: 403.818.5295 
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Website: positivediscipline.ca
Positive Discipline Canada offers workshops and resources based on the Positive Discipline program by Dr. Jane Nelsen. Positive Discipline focuses on the development of mutually respectful and encouraging relationships and is neither punitive nor permissive in its approach.Workshops and speakers are available for parents, teachers, childcare providers, parent educators and organizations.

POST NATAL HELPERS LTD.

Contact: Lynn
Phone: 403-640-0844
Post Natal Helpers Ltd. provides part-time childcare services for families with newborns, toddlers, preschoolers and/or special needs children. While we are in the home, the parent has the option to stay, to rest or to leave. Post Natal Helpers are available in the daytime as well as evenings and weekends.

ROCKY POINT ACADEMY

Suite 230, 295 Midpark Way SE
Phone: 403-685-0067
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Website: rockypointacademy.com
Many adults and children with high levels of intelligence, curiosity, creativity and innovation struggle with reading, writing, math or attention disorders. Our mission is to use the positive gift these individuals have to remove the obstacles which prevent the natural learning process from occurring. Rocky Point Academy is a unique educational therapy program dedicated to those struggling with learning. Attain the skills, confidence, and motivation needed to achieve your goals.

SOUTH CALGARY PSYCHOLOGY

145 - 251 Midpark Blvd SE
Contact: Veronica Dixon, R. Psych.
Phone: 403.256.1667
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Website: southcalgarypsychology.com
We are Psychologists specializing in comprehensive and useful Educational Assessments for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Giftedness, & Autism Spectrum Disorders etc. If you suspect a learning difficulty, consider scheduling an assessment that will provide meaningful interventions to enhance your child’s academic and social success. We also provide Individual and Group therapy using only accepted interventions to treat Anxiety (OCD, Separation, Social, Panic, PTSD), Depression (Grief, Self Injury), Substance Misuse, etc

MEDICAL, DENTAL & VISION CARE

ACHILLES FOOT CLINIC

#606-1701 Centre St NW
Phone: 403-277-9476
Website: achillesfootclinic.com
Healthy Feet - a Family Affair! Prevention is the best cure. We want your children to enjoy a lifetime of activity. Our services include: pain free wart removal, treatment for ingrown toenails, custom made corrective orthotics, Foot and ankle motion assessment. Referral is not necessary, so call us today! Mayfair Clinic - 403-777-0085 North Clinic - 403-277-9476

THE ALBERTA SOCIETY OF ORTHODONTISTS

Website: braces.org
Orthodontists receive an additional t wo to three years of specialized education beyond dental school to learn the proper way to align and straighten teeth. To find an orthodontist near you, ask your dentist or visit braces.org. Log on today to receive more information. See More Than A Smile. See An Orthodontist.

DR. CLAUDE BOUTIN

Market Mall Executive Professional Centre
Suite 124, 4935 - 40 Avenue NW
Phone: 403-284-5202
Orthodontics is about more than braces, wires and plastic. It’s about small changes that make a big difference. We strive for the best Orthodontic results by using only the best in Orthodontic technology, but we know that what counts is helping people feel better about their teeth and about themselves.

BROWZ EYEWARE

Family Optometrist

Phone: 403- 248-EYES (3937) or 403-726-2388 or 403-258-4482

Website: browzeyeware.com

It is recommended that children receive their first eye exam by 6 months of age and annually thereafter. Alberta Health Care covers eye exam for children 18 years and under. At Browz Eyeware, our optometrists are committed to providing your family with all the needs for a lifetime of healthy and clear vision. Call us to book for your family’s eye exam today.

THE CENTER FOR PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Dr. Rory Vinsky
Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry
8290c Centre Street North
Phone: 403-295-8010
Website: centeroncentre.com
At the Center for Pediatric Dentistry, we focus exclusively on the special dental care needs of children. From infants and toddlers to teens, our clinic’s child-friendly setting makes dental care visits a positive experience. With over a decade of experience as a Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Vinsky can provide comprehensive care for your child either in our office setting or under a general anesthetic. Call us for an appointment.

DENTAL CARE FOR CHILDREN

Dr. Leonard Smith
Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry
314 - 10601 Southport Road SW
Phone: 403-278-8000
Website: dentalcareforchildren.net
A warm, friendly pediatric dental office serving Calgary for over 33 years. We specialize in caring for infants, children & special needs patients, without the need for a referral. Our experienced team is here to provide quality care for our patients and their families. We recommend your child’s first visit before one-year-of-age. We also offer dental treatment under general anesthesia for those patients that require this service. Remember, PREVENTION IS THE BEST TREATMENT™.

DR. RHONA GEARTY

Family Dentist
202, 10601 Southport Road SW
Phone: 403-225-3404
Website: drgearty.com
Your child’s first visit to the dentist should be a positive experience! Please call for a complimentary Kids Get Acquainted Tour. New patients of all ages are always welcome.

HOFFMAN & WOLK ORTHODONTICS

201 Northland Professional Building
4600 Crowchild Trail NW
Phone: 403-286-2402
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Website: hoffmanwolkorthodontics.com
Our practice offers exceptional expertise and continuous advanced technology in achieving a healthy bite and a winning smile. Truly Professional Orthodontics. Celebrating 28 years of service. Together we have created over 25,000 smiles.

DR. LORNE KAMELCHUK

Suite 124, 4935 - 40 Avenue NW
Contact: Amanda
Phone: 403-284-5202, Ext. 2
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Website: drkamelchuk.com
Dr. Kamelchuk’s practice aims to treat patients of all age groups, from seven to 97. We offer state of the art diagnostic imaging, self-ligated SPEED appliances with convenient hours and locations. Visit our office for a friendly and informative consultation.

DR. SYLVIA KOWALEWSKI

Alberta Laser Dentistry
Foothills Professional Building
260, 1620 - 29 Street NW
Phone: 403-220-9660
At Dr. Kowalewski’s office, we offer you the convenience of after school and evening hours; free parking; multiple languages spoken; electronic insurance submission and we accept Visa, MasterCard, Debit, Cash and American Express.

DR. TODD LEE-KNIGHT

246, 5149 Country Hills Boulevard NW
Phone: 403-208-8080
Dr. Lee-Knight, certified specialist in Orthodontics, has been straightening the smiles of kids and adults for over 12 years! Call today for an exam.

DR. COREY J. LOW AT ICON ORTHODONTICS

216, 555 Strathcona Boulevard SW
Phone: 403-242-4111
Website: iconorthodontics.com
Dr. Low is a Certified Specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics and is West Calgary’s longest serving Orthodontist. Our clinic is conveniently located in the Healthcare Clinic at the Strathcona Square Shopping Centre. Please feel free to contact our office directly for an appointment - no referral is necessary.

DR. TARUN MEHRA

#108, 11012 Macleod Trail South
Phone: 403-278-0622
Dr. Mehra has been making smiles come alive for over 16 years. Our practice is geared towards patient satisfaction while maintaining both a professional and fun atmosphere, no referrals necessary – take advantage of our free initial exam to assess your needs. Give us a call!

WELLWITHIN CHIROPRACTIC

#215, 2335 162 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-254-8588
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Website: wellwithin.ca
Chiropractic care for children offers your family a solid foundation for wellness. Throughout pregnancy, birth, and childhood, the chiropractic lifestyle offers choices and benefits for your greater health and well-being. Dr Tara Shiu is certified by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association in Pediatrics and the Webster Technique.

FITNESS

CALGARY NW ADVENTURE BOOT CAMP

55 Citadel Crest Heath NW
Contact: Shawna Kaminski
Phone: 403-608-5810
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Website: calgarynwbootcamp.com
Women of all fitness levels, sizes and ages are gaining great results with Adventure Boot Camp! You can too! Are you looking for a jump-start to your fitness program? Then this adventure is for you! Whether you are a beginner, an avid fitness enthusiast or just tired of the same routine, come try this whole new approach to exercise... fun!

CALGARY OUTDOOR CENTRE – UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY

2500 University Drive NW
Contact: Outdoor Centre
Phone: 403-220-5038
Website: calgaryoutdoorcentre.ca
The Calgary Outdoor Centre has 30 years experience bringing the best of the outdoors to kids and their families. Specialized youth camps year round to Saturday climbing and beginner “how-to” courses year round will help instill a sense of excitement, peer-to-peer interaction and self-esteem. Kid-sized gear rentals of all types are also available. Pick up the free Outdoor Centre Program guide or visit our website.

FREE HOUSE DANCE PLUS LTD

2020 12 Avenue NW
Contact: Kathie Bernard
Phone: 403-282-0555
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Website: freehousedance.com
Step into something new at Free House Dance! A talented assembly of dedicated professionals giving quality instruction to students of all levels and abilities, ages three to adult, with special "Boys Only" classes. Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Lyrical, Musical Theatre, Hiphop, Breakdance, Irish, Highland, African, Flamenco, Bellydance, Indo-Jazz (‘Bollywood’), Latin Fusion, Club Styles, Hooping, Drumming (djembe), Gyrokinesis, Yoga Fusion, Stretch & Release, Pilates and Flex & Tone.

PLAYFIT CANADA

Calgary, Alberta
Contact: Margaret/Dawn
Phone: (403) 830-9326/(403) 874-4538
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Website: playfit.ca
Get fit & bring the kids! Kids play safely nearby while you sweat. Classes include cardio, strengthening and stretching. Shared babysitter, strollers and slings welcome, kids of all ages. 1st Class on us. Volunteer Community Coordinators (VCCs) continue to work out for free. 10-Card Pass $95.

VRRI RECREATION CENTRE

3304-33rd Street NW
Phone: 403-284-2231
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Website: vrri.org
Want to get moving? We offer adult fitness classes in and out of the water. Some titles include Skip & Sculpt, Discover Yoga, and Mom & Baby Fit to name a few. Want to bring your child along? We have several classes where your child and/or baby can join you.

THE CITY OF CALGARY

SOUTHLAND LEISURE CENTRE
2000 Southland Drive SW
Phone: 403-648-6555
Website: calgary.ca/leisurecentres

VILLAGE SQUARE LEISURE CENTRE
2623 56 Street NE
Phone: 403-366-3900
Website: calgary.ca/leisurecentres
Opportunities for physical activity in Calgary are abundant. The City of Calgary Leisure Centres offer a wide variety of fitness, wellness & strength training programs to help keep you active and enjoy a fun and healthy lifestyle. Visit the website or pick up a Calgary Recreation program guide to find an activity right for you and your family. Our professionally-trained staff have your best interest at heart and are available to offer you assistance whenever you need it.

FITMOM CALGARY

Various locations throughout Calgary
Contact: Monica Cooke
Phone: 403-874-4063
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Website: fitmomcanada.com
FitMom offers prenatal, postnatal, and beyond personal training, fitness classes and education. From beginner to athlete, FitMom is the one program that successfully meets the needs of women from all fitness backgrounds. At FitMom, “Motherhood Inspires Greatness” through personal challenge, community and inspiration.

PLAYFIT CANADA

Work out AND bring the kids!
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Website: playfit.ca
Bring your kids to the park and get fit and socialize, without expensive babysitting. You work out while the kids are playing safely nearby in a playground. Fall/winter classes continue indoors with play equipment. If babysitter required, throw in $2 per child. Community organizer gets 6 together and works out for free. Strollers and pregnant ladies welcome. $10 per class or 10-Card Pass $95

SPORTBALL

Phone: 403-452-0325
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Website: sportball.ca
Sportball is a non-competitive sports program for children 16 months to 8 years old. Children are introduced to seven popular sports: soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and golf. Sportball offers weekly programs, outdoor soccer, camps during school holidays and birthday parties. Come try a free trial class! See our website for a location near you.

SURVIVOR BOOTCAMP

Contact: Dione Chambers
Phone: 403.444.7788
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Website: survivorbootcamp.com
Survivor Bootcamp is Calgary's most popular co-ed fitness bootcamp. We offer a six week program, up to five days a week with a certified trainer. We incorporate all sorts of FUNctional activity including plyometrics, bodyweight exercise, resistance, speed agility and quickness drills and so much more. Visit us today at survivorbootcamp.com for more information on our one hour a day, five day a week, six week long fitness programs.

UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY – HEALTH & RECREATION

2500 University Drive NW
Contact: Client Services
Phone: 403-220-7749
Website: ucalgaryrecreation.ca
University of Calgary Health & Recreation offers community programs that promote healthy, active lifestyles to children/youth in Calgary and the greater community. Choose from gymnastics, swimming, skating, climbing, badminton and weight loss/lifestyle change programs. Facilities include: aquatic centre, racquet centre, Olympic Oval, Outdoor Centre and two gymnastics centres (Calgary & Cochrane). For full program information, pick up a free copy of our Health & Recreation Guide or visit our website.

YMCA CALGARY

Community YMCA: 403-531-1660
Crowfoot YMCA: 403-547-6576
Eau Claire YMCA: 403-269-6701
Camp Chief Hector YMCA (city office): 403-269-6156
Shawnessy YMCA: 403-256-5533
South YMCA: 403-255-8131
Website: ymcacalgary.org
YMCA Calgary offers a variety of health and wellness opportunities for the entire family. There’s something for everyone, regardless of age, ability or financial circumstance. Call for more information, visit any of our locations or check out our website at ymcacalgary.org.

FOOD & NUTRITION

COPPER POT CREATIONS

11229 - 30 Street SW
Phone: 403-281-8886
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Website: copperpotcreations.com
Convenient - Healthy - Creative. Ready-made meals for the whole family. Ready when you are! No planning, shopping, chopping, assembling or cooking required - just heat and serve! We use natural, fresh ingredients to prepare our meals - no preservatives or artificial ingredients. Order online or by phone; citywide delivery.

DASHING DISHES

124 Tuscany Ridge Crescent NW
Contact: Kim
Phone: 403-471-1395
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Website: dashingdishes.com
If you are like most of us, finding the time to prepare a healthy, exciting and delicious meal for your family isn’t always easy. Dashing Dishes is here to help! We will do the planning, shopping, chopping, slicing, dicing and even cleanup for you. In an hour or two, you will have prepared 8 or 12 delicious entrees that will satisfy your whole family. Menus change monthly.

FIRST STEP NUTRITION

Contact:
Phone: 403-608-3240
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Website: firststepnutrition.com
First Step Nutrition specializes in prenatal, postnatal, infant & toddler nutrition. Services are provided by a Registered Dietitian, which are often covered by health benefits plans! Services include nutrition consultations, personalized meal plans, grocery store tours, diet analysis & group classes.

HEADLESS CHEF

Phone: 403-669-6805
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Website: headlesschef.ca
We provide healthy and convenient chef prepared food options suited to today’s busy clientele; including: fresh and frozen gourmet food to go for the family on the go; in-home and event catering; healthy and delicious lunches in our restaurant; and special occasion reheatable dinners to go (Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas). Special diet options available. Heat & Serve. Shop on-line. Free delivery in Calgary and Okotoks.

MAMALUV

Contact: Tracy Goodson-Mackay
Phone: 1-888-662-6258
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Website: mamaluv.ca
The Perfect Gift Idea! Delicious & nutritious gourmet meals catered directly to their door. Make someone’s life a little easier when they need it most: new baby, get-well-soon, sympathy/condolences, seniors, busy professionals, new home… mamaluv gift-packages are more thoughtful than flowers - and more affordable! Or, treat yourself… mamaluv dinner-packages are perfect for anyone who simply wants to eat well, but doesn’t have the time to cook. Order easily online! Across Canada.

TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY)

Phone: 1-800-932-8677
Website: tops.org
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) is a non-profit weight support group. TOPS advocates a basic exchange menu plan and moderate exercise for losing weight and maintaining it. We do not sell, promote or endorse any products. TOPS provides support, encouragement and educational opportunities needed to make healthy, permanent, lifestyle changes.

HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS & PLANS

ALBERTA BLUE CROSS

Phone: 1-800-394-1965
Website: ab.bluecross.ca
Protect Your Health. Thousands of Albertans enjoy the affordable protection of Alberta Blue Cross individual health plans. You can too. If you’re without employer-sponsored group benefits, we’ve got a plan to fit your family’s needs and your budget. Prescription drugs, dental, vision, ambulance and more. Call us today or visit our website for your free information package.

RETAIL

PLANET HYDRATION

1433 45 Street SW
Contact: Amy Mahon
Phone: 403-217-4259
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Website: hydrationwands.com
Water in its present state is no longer able to provide enough hydration and oxygen to keep us healthy. The Stirwand™ technology restores water’s natural chemistry, allowing it to hydrate and bathe our cells. Non-invasive, natural, and clinically proven to provide therapeutic levels of Hydration, Oxygenation, and Detoxification.

SPECIAL NEEDS

GRIT CALGARY SOCIETY

Phone: 403-215-2444
Website: telusplanet.net/public/gritcal
The G.R.I.T. program is a non-profit, home and community-based Early Childhood program for young children with disabilities, which has been providing services to the Calgary region since 1995. The G.R.I.T. program provides each child with a Developmental Specialist, who carries out the child’s Individual Program Plan in the child’s home and/or community. Ongoing consultation from the therapy team, Special Education Consultants and an Adaptive Physical Education Consultant is provided to children and families. G.R.I.T. also provides information and support with the eventual transition into the school system.

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA - CALGARY CHAPTER

Suite 340, 1202 Centre Street SE
Contact:
Phone: (403)283-6606
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Website: ldaa.net
The LDAA-CC is dedicated to advancing the education, social development, legal rights and general well-being of people with learning disabilities and AD/HD. Children and teen programs include summer camps and year-round social skills programs, which focus on building communication skills, problem-solving skills and friendship skills. The LDAA-CC also offers parent and educator workshops, an adult support group, a resource library, an information service and much more.

PROVIDENCE CHILDREN’S CENTRE

5232 - 4 Street SW
Contact: Margaret Jokuty, VP Operations
Phone: 403-255-5577
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Website: providencechildren.com
Providence has developed highly effective health, education and therapeutic programs for preschool age children with all types of disabilities. We believe every child must have the chance to reach their full potential. Working with the child and their family, we provide the opportunity to build foundations that last a lifetime.

RENFREW EDUCATIONAL SERVICES

2050 - 21 Street NE
Phone: 403-291-5038
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Website: renfreweducation.org
Renfrew has five centres in Calgary where preschool and elementary programs accommodate nearly 700 students. We believe that all children deserve an educational program that meets their individual needs and offers them the opportunity to develop to their full potential. We also believe that learning is maximized in an inclusive environment where typically developing children learn side-by-side with those facing developmental delays, attention deficits, physical disabilities and other disorders.

ROCKY POINT ACADEMY

OTHER

ALBERTA PARKS

Phone: 1-866-427-3582
Website: albertaparks.ca
Alberta’s Parks are your gateway to outdoor adventure - whether you want to picnic, watch birds, explore fossil beds or go mountain biking. Or, meet at the beach with friends and family to build sandcastles and swap tall tales around the campfire. Pile into the car and rediscover the simple fun in your own backyard.

UC BABY

The Devenish Heritage Bldg. #113, 908 - 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-258-1007
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Website: ucbaby.ca
At UC Baby we are honored to capture and share the most precious memories with many families. With our unique and new 3D ultrasound technology, you can see what your baby looks like before birth. We show the baby’s activities to parents and other family members. We also record these lifetime memories on CDs, DVDs and print photos for the baby to view in the future. For those searching for the perfect gift for a mom-to-be, we also offer gift certificates. Treat someone special to an unforgettable experience that instantly forges a deeper bond between a mother and her unborn baby.

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