Phone:

(403) 823-3345

Address:

140 Riverside Dr E, Drumheller, AB, T0J 0Y4

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Nutrition and Pregnancy

Please visit: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/…/nutrition-pregnancy-video… to view the Nutrition and Pregnancy Video Series, prepared by Nutrition Services at Alberta Health Services
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Nutrition is important before you are pregnant and while you are pregnant. Eating well can give you the nutrients and energy you need to feel good and to support a healthy pregnancy.
These videos cover important nutrition topics for pregnancy, including multivitamins, important nutrients, and eating well.
If you have questions about nutrition and pregnancy:
Talk to your healthcare team,
Call Health Link at 811 and ask to speak with a dietitian, or Contact your local Public Health Centre or Indigenous Community Health Centre.
My Health Alberta
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Recipient of the Alberta Medical Association Medal of Excellence and Achievement in Rural/Remote Medicine

Congratulations to Dr. Mateer on receiving the Alberta Medical Association Medal of Excellence and Achievement in Rural/Remote Medicine.
This award recognizes a physician who has made an outstanding personal contribution to the patients of rural and remote communities.
Thank you Dr. Mateer for your dedication and commitment to Drumheller ❤️
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Escaping Abuse Benefit

Emergency funding is available to help people who are escaping family or domestic violence.
Alberta residents fleeing domestic or family violence can access urgent financial help through the Alberta government’s Escaping Abuse Benefit. Applications can be submitted online and may be processed in as little as two days.
Eligibility
You can apply for this benefit if you:
• are living in an abusive family situation or you have already left
• do not have enough money to leave an abusive family situation or start over
• you do not qualify for other ongoing Alberta benefits
• are at least 18 years old
• live in Alberta and are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, refugee or refugee claimant
What you get
You may get help with expenses and other supports to get to safety and/ or start a new life. This could include:
• emergency transportation to a safe place (for example, women’s shelter)
• costs to stay in a hotel or motel for a short time if shelters are full or not available
• costs to assist with basic needs that may not be covered while staying at a shelter
• emergency items not available through shelters such as prescription drugs, childcare, dental and eye care services
• one-time costs to move within Alberta or Canada if you must leave your community to escape a threat of family violence or domestic violence
• a one-time allowance to help set up a new home
• the damage deposit for a new home
• costs for basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter
• costs for telephone calls and transportation to access counselling or legal advice
• extended health coverage for adults and children from families with limited incomes
How to apply
Step 1. Gather your documents
If you are able to, include the following documents with your application:
• identification for you and any dependents
• 2 bank statements for 60 days prior to the date of application
• direct deposit information
• medical letter – if you cannot work for medical reasons
If you do not have these documents at this time, you can still apply.
Step 2. Apply online
Call 877-644-9992 or visit Escaping Abuse Benefit – Get help with costs to leave | Alberta.ca for more information.
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