Halton. Halton Region Health Department
Site: Oakville - Dorval Dr
Service: Halton Prenatal Nutrition Program
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK4160 | Last Full Update: 29 Jul 2021 |
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| Public Comments | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) In-person groups are suspended. Currently, the program is offered virtually: * Group time: Wed 1 pm – 1:50 pm * Participants receive a personalized Zoom invitation once registered for the group |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-825-6000 or call 3-1-1 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-866-442-5866 |
| TTY Phone | 905-827-9833 |
| Fax | 905-845-0588 |
| HPNP@halton.ca | |
| Website | www.halton.ca/For-Residents/Children-and-Parenting/Pregnancy-and-Prenatal-Health/Halton-Prenatal-Nutrition-Program |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/haltonparents/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/RegionofHalton LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/halton-region Twitter: twitter.com/haltonparents WordPress: www.haltonparentsblog.ca |
| Primary Contact | Bonnie Hewitt, Manager, Early Years |
| Agency Information | |
| Legal Status | (20) Regional Government |
| Established | 2003 |
| Primary Executive | Dr Hamidah Meghani, Medical Officer of Health |
| Funding | Regional / Municipal |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | Services altered in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) In-person groups are suspended. Currently, the program is offered virtually: * Group time: Wed 1 pm – 1:50 pm * Participants receive a personalized Zoom invitation once registered for the group --------------------------------------------- A free year round program for parents who are pregnant or have a baby under 6 months of age to offer extra support for those facing challenging life circumstances. Weekly sessions are held on topics to improve the health of moms and their babies. Offers a warm and friendly environment to: * meet other expecting moms in your community * enjoy a healthy meal or snack with others * help you to feel more connected to your community * learn about healthy eating for mom and baby with a Registered Dietitian * learn about healthy pregnancies and babies with a Public Health Nurse * receive a voucher for a free Halton Fresh Food Box * receive a voucher for free prenatal vitamin/mineral supplements including vitamin D supplements for breastfed babies * receive transportation to and from the program location * receive childcare for children under 6 * learn about local community supports and services |
| Hours | Visit website for the schedules, times and locations of sessions |
| Areas Served | Halton Region |
| Eligibility | Women who are pregnant or have a baby under 6 months of age |
| Application | Join as soon as you know you're pregnant * new participants are always welcome and can join anytime * attend weekly throughout your pregnancy and until your baby is 6 months old * no pre-registration or health card required |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Oakville |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Dorval Dr and Wyecroft Rd |
| Mailing Address | c/o Halton Region Health Department |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Categories and Classification | |
| HCSD Main Heading | Child / Family Services ; Food ; Health Care |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Fresh Food Programs ; Perinatal / Pregnancy / Postnatal ; Postnatal / Pregnancy |
| Service Categories | Breastfeeding Support Programs ; Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program ; Good Food Boxes ; Nutrition Education ~ Pregnant Women |