Health For Two Network

Alberta Health Services - Edmonton Zone


Description
Health For Two Network (Hf2NET) is a virtual service for pregnant people who need extra support to have a healthy pregnancy.

This program provides free services that support throughout pregnancy and up to 2 months postpartum to people who require extra support to have a healthy pregnancy.

Services offered include:

  • education on pregnancy, birth, baby care and parenting (including pregnancy and parenting options)
  • support and referrals to community supports (such as maternity care, mental health, addictions, housing, food security)
  • resources may include grocery coupons and prenatal vitamins

Health for Two is delivered in all Public Health Centres in the Edmonton Zone and over 60 different Community locations.


Affiliation: Public Health Agency of Canada and in-kind support from over 60 community agencies.
Key Provider: dietitians, registered nurses (RNs), support workers
Eligibility
Yes, Service targeted to:
  • any pregnant person who requires extra support to have a healthy pregnancy
People may be experiencing:
  • isolation
  • food insecurity
  • unstable housing
  • domestic violence
  • teen pregnancy
  • substance use
  • mental health challenges
  • language or cultural barriers, newcomers
  • low income and other challenges
Application Process
Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. Please contact the central intake for site specific appointments.
Referral Process: No


Waiting Period: No,
Telephone
780-342-2872 (Program Coordinator)
Email
HealthForTwo@ahs.ca
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Fees
Fee: No


Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: N/A
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: N/A -
Topic(s)
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
January 31, 2024
Location
Edmonton
Hours of Operation
Mon
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Tue
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Wed
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Thu
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Fri
08:30 AM to 04:30 PM

Closed stat holidays.