Alberta Virtual Pain Program

Alberta Health Services - Provincial Health Services

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Description
A virtual education treatment program for people in Alberta experiencing persistent pain longer than 3 months.

For patients looking to better understand their pain, connect with others living with pain, and seeking strategies on managing pain beyond the use of medications. An interactive program led by health providers, with access to a variety of program offerings and post-completion follow-up for up to 1 year. This program offers:

  • Group-based program featuring two 1-hour sessions over Zoom each week for 6 weeks (virtual group education and self-management program)
  • A patient-led and module-based online treatment program (self-led education and self-management program)
  • Additional workshops, webinars, and group sessions focused on specific topics areas, all available online over Zoom
  • Opportunity to connect with others living with pain

This program doesn't offer:

  • diagnosis
  • medical intervention
  • one on one care
  • prescription advice or renewals

Key Provider: dietitians, kinesiologists, licensed practical nurses (LPNs), occupational therapists (OTs), peer support workers, pharmacists, physiotherapists (PTs), mental health therapists (MHTs), recreation therapists, social workers
Eligibility
Yes, This program is for residents of Alberta, 18 years or older. They must:
  • have experienced persistent pain for 3+ months
  • be comfortable understanding English or have someone to help
  • have access to the internet
  • have access to a quiet and safe space
Application Process
Service Access: By Appointment, Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information. A diagnosis is not required to access this service. Self-referrals can be made by calling the toll-free number.
Referral Process: N/A


Waiting Period: N/A,
Toll Free
1-877-719-7707
Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Fees
Fee: N/A
Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: N/A
Accessibility
Wheelchair access: N/A -
Other disabled access: N/A -
Agency Information
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Last Verified On
February 10, 2025
Hours of Operation
Mon
08:00 AM to 04:15 PM
Tue
08:00 AM to 04:15 PM
Wed
08:00 AM to 04:15 PM
Thu
08:00 AM to 04:15 PM
Fri
08:00 AM to 04:15 PM

The toll-free phone line is available 24 / 7 to leave a message. Clinicians will monitor the voicemail 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM Monday through Friday, excluding statutory holidays. 

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