The Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program is a prevention and / or early intervention initiative designed to identify children / families at risk and to promote and support child health and development.
The program is voluntary and open to any Aboriginal family with children between 0-4 years of age. Urban Aboriginal families may also access the provincial program via the local public health unit or the Nechee Friendship Centre.
Program Goals:
- Provide information and support to mothers, children, and families to improve outcomes and chances of healthy child development
- Provide intervention and support to the family related to parenting skills, child development information, and linkages to community services
Client Based Services:
- Intake and information gathering
- Family service planning
- Service coordination and referral
For more information, contact:
Kristin Johnson
Children Services Coordinator
Phone: 807-467-8144 ext 3234