Self Care for Caregivers
Mental Health
Distress Centre Calgary
Distress Centre Calgary is a 24 hour crisis support centre in Calgary and Southern Alberta, and provides support and crisis intervention through phone, email, daily chat, and daily text. Their mission is to provide compassionate, accessible crisis support that enhances the health, well-being and resiliency or individuals in distress.
403-266-HELP (4357)
Self-Management for Depression and Anxiety
This resource offers self-management strategies for adults who have symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. While information can be overwhelming when talking to a health care provider, this booklet will help you remember what you talked about and review what is important.
Strathmore Addictions and Mental Health Services
Alberta Health Services
Addiction and Mental Health services are offered free of charge to Strathmore and surrounding rural area residents, providing a safe environment and strict confidentiality.
Physical Health
Canadian Physical Activity Guidelines
Many Canadians do not get enough physical activity. This pamphlet outlines the physical activity guidelines for ages 18-64.
Fatherhood
Involved Fathers: A Guide for Today’s Dads
Research shows that the positive involvement of father’s deeply impacts the development of children. This pamphlet is designed to help parents and caregivers understand the role a father can play in their family.
New Baby Dad's Manual
Alberta Father Involvement Initiative
Alberta Father Involvement Initiative developed a concise book for new dads about how to care for a baby and support mom. The New Baby Dad’s Manual (NBDM) is written like a car manual with auto maintenance metaphors to encourage attentive reading.