Community Health Education Session

for CLB 2-3 learners

The Diversity Liaison Team of Primary Care Alberta (PCA), formerly known as Alberta Health Services, is dedicated to improving access to health services and health information for diverse communities. Below is a list of in-person or virtual health education sessions that our Diversity Liaisons can offer to groups of 10 or more participants. These sessions are designed for individuals with an English language proficiency level of CLB 2-3. We will use simple English and incorporate plenty of visuals to aid understanding.

If your group has participants below CLB 2, we recommend providing an interpreter for the session or you can request us to conduct the session in Cantonese, French, Korean, or Mandarin.

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Here is the request form when you are ready to send us a request. Please download a copy, fill it out and then send it to us.

1. Your Healthcare Choices (YHC)

This session outlines key health care services available in Calgary, such as the 811 Health Advice phone service, family doctors, walk-in clinics, after-hours clinics, urgent care centers, emergency departments, and Access Mental Health. It also discusses how to use the 811 service and how to request health care interpretation services.  (1.5 hours)

2. Beat the Germs (BTG)

This is an overview of proper handwashing techniques, methods to prevent germ transmission, and the correct use of antibiotics. To enhance awareness of hand hygiene, facilitators may utilize Glow Germ Kits. (1.5 hours) 

3. Choosing Healthy Foods (CHF)

Choosing healthy foods in Canada can differ significantly from making healthy food choices in many other parts of the world. This health session emphasizes key food and nutrition choices to assist diverse communities in making healthier food selections for their families. Topics covered include Choosing Healthy Foods and Drinks, Label Reading, The Healthy Plate, and meal examples. (2 hours)

4. Get Active and Stay Healthy (GASH)

Getting active can provide numerous health benefits. This health session will explore creative ways to incorporate physical activity into our daily lives, whether at home, at work, or at school. It will offer physical activity guidelines tailored to different age groups and provide community resources to support active living, especially for those with limited resources. (1.5 hours)

5. Oral Health and resources for Adults (OHA)

Oral health is a crucial component of overall health and well-being. This health session introduces the causes and effects of dental cavities in adults, offers guidance on preventing dental diseases, and presents available dental care resources for lower-income adults and families. (1.5 hours)

6. Oral Health and resources for Children 0-6 years of age (OHC)

An introduction to the causes and effects of dental cavities for children, ways to prevent dental diseases, and dental care resources that are available for lower-income families with children. (1.5 hours)

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