GOVERNMENT OF SASKATCHEWAN HEALTH PROGRAMS & SERVICES Children's Insulin Pump Program www.health.gov.sk.ca/insulin-pump-program 1-800-667-7581 Insulin pumps and supplies for children with difficult-to-manage diabetes. Eye Exams 306-787-3475 Eye exams are free of charge, once in a twelve-month period, for children under the age of 18. Just book an appointment with your local optometrist or call for further information. Family Health Benefits Program www.health.gov.sk.ca/family-health-benefits 1-877-696-7546 Benefits for lower income working families. Most eligible families will already be receiving a monthly child allowance under the federal National Child Benefit Supplement or funding through the Saskatchewan Employment Supplement. Children are covered for most dental services, basic eyeglasses, emergency ambulance, basic medical supplies (some items require prior approval), chiropractic services, prescription drugs HealthLine 1-877-800-0002 TTY 1-888-425-4444 A free, confidential 24-hour advise line staffed by registered nurses who provide immediate, professional health advise and direct you to the most appropriate source of care. Translation to other languages is available, including French, Cree and Dene. HealthLine Online www.health.gov.sk.ca/healthline-online Reliable health information, day and night Immuniation Programs www.health.gov.sk.ca/immunization Vaccines for infant, pre-school and school children Problem Gambling Program www.health.gov.sk.ca/risk-of-problem-gambling Help Line 1-800-306-6789 Access to and information on prevention and treatment. Saskatchewan Aids to Independent Living (SAIL) 1-800-667-7581 Helps people with permanent physical disabilities remain as independant as possible. There are several SAIL programs that help children. Saskatchewan Poison Centre 1-866-454-1212 Emergency treatment advise for all kinds of poisons. Substance Abuse www.health.gov.sk.ca/treatment-services-directory A full range of substance abuse recovery services, including inpatient services; outpatient services; long-term residential services; detoxification services; youth drug detoxification and tabilization Visit www.healthysask.ca for a variety of resources, including drug and alcohol fact sheets and parenting booklets. |