Resources
Helpful guides for Calgary
families and caregivers.
Information, tools, and trusted links to support multicultural families navigating home care, the Alberta health system, and community resources in Calgary.
Alberta Health System
Understanding healthcare in Alberta
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Alberta Health Services delivers publicly funded health care to over four million Albertans, including home care, hospital care, and mental health services.
Alberta Blue Cross & CDHCI
Alberta Blue Cross administers the Client Directed Home Care provider directory and CDHCI claim process for approved services.
Use Beteseb Care for guidance first, or review the official Alberta Blue Cross CDHCI page.
Official Alberta Blue Cross page →211 Alberta
Dial 211 to connect with a specialist who can help you find local health and human services across Alberta. Available 24/7 with interpretation in over 170 languages.
Health Link — 811
Call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Get health advice, find local health services, or understand whether symptoms need immediate attention.
Newcomer & Immigrant Support
Support for Calgary's multicultural communities
Calgary Catholic Immigration Society (CCIS)
Settlement services, language training, employment support, and community programs for newcomers to Calgary.
Centre for Newcomers
Settlement and integration programs for newcomers, including language training, employment services, and health navigation support.
Calgary Public Library
Free English language learning, digital literacy programs, and multilingual collections to support newcomers in Calgary.
Caregiver Support
Resources for family caregivers
Caregiver Support Groups
Alberta Health Services offers caregiver support groups across Calgary for caregivers supporting seniors, individuals with dementia, and those recovering from illness.
Dementia & Memory Care Support
The Alzheimer Society of Calgary offers programs, education, and support for families and caregivers navigating dementia — including culturally responsive programming.
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