Health Promotion

Turning Point Society of Central Alberta


Description
Provides advocacy and support for individuals living with at risk of acquiring sexually transmitted blood-borne infections (STBBI) that include human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Service offers:

  • access to free safe sex supplies and supports
  • healthcare referrals, appointment set-up, and transportation to testing and treatment.
  • services available through drop-in, mail delivery, and transportation (delivery of services depending on each situation).
  • advocacy and emotional support in the areas of grief, housing, transportation, addiction, and other human immunodeficiency virus STBBI related concerns.

Key Provider: health promotion co-ordinators
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • individuals living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
  • or individuals living with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
  • or individuals at risk of acquiring a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and other sexually transmitted blood-borne infections (STBBI) 
  • and their families or friends
Application Process
Service Access: Application Required, To access service:
  • call or visit website for more information for details

Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Toll Free
1-877-346-8858
Telephone
403-346-8858
Fax
403-346-2352
Web Site
http://turningpoint-ca.org
Email
administration@turningpoint-ca.org
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: No


Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes - The front entrance is wheelchair accessible, bathroom etc.
Other disabled access: N/A -
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Agency Information
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Last Verified On
July 20, 2023
Address
4611 50 Avenue
Red Deer, AB, T4N 3Z9
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Hours of Operation
Mon
09:15 AM to 04:45 PM
Tue
09:15 AM to 04:45 PM
Wed
09:15 AM to 04:45 PM
Thu
09:15 AM to 04:45 PM
Fri
09:15 AM to 04:45 PM

Closed 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.