Community Family Medicine at its finest. Did you also know that we are an IUD Clinic?
To book a consult, give us a call 403-949-2457 or email careinthecreek@gmail.com

Dr Noordman will be working this Saturday August 10th at Care in the Creek. 
Our clinic is open every 2nd Saturday of the month for our patient's convenience. 
To book your appointment, give us a call at 403-949-2457

​Care in the Creek Medical Clinic will be closed Monday July 1, 2019 for the Canada Day Holiday. 
Enjoy your day!

To register for the following workshops, visit: 
​community.hmhc.ca/sessions/

Adolescent Dating Violence: Prevalence, Correlates, Outcomes and Prevention
Available until: September 1, 2019 - 7:00 PM
This presentation will introduce attendees to the topic of adolescent dating violence. The latest research on prevalence, correlates and outcomes will be reviewed, as well as best practices for prevention. The presenter will also review key take-aways for health care providers, parents and educators.

Speaking OUT: A Special Report on LGBTQ2S+ Young People in the Child Welfare and Youth Justice Systems
Available until: July 9, 2019 - 8:00 PM
Learning Objectives:
1. To learn about the Speaking OUT Special Report process, themes, recommendations and the next steps in this systemic advocacy effort.
2. To build on participants knowledge of supporting LGBTQ2S+ young people and to encourage action to improve their experiences and realities.
3. To hear from young people about what works, what doesn't and how things should change.

Collaborative Problem Solving Approach for Children, Youth and Families
Available until: November 15, 2019 - 6:00 PM
Objectives:
1. To learn about the difference between triggers/expectations, lagging skills and challenging behavior.
2. To understand the rationale for helping children and youth develop 5 common lagging skills for better adaptation.
3. To learn the advantages of collaborative vs. coercive approaches with children and youth.

Care in the Creek is open this Saturday, June 8th for your health care needs.
​Give us a call to book your appointment @ 403-949-2457

To register for the following workshops, visit 
​http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/

Avoiding Power Struggles
June 3, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Family Connections Parent Link Huntington Hills
The more early prevention, the less intervention. In this workshop we discuss issues and concerns regarding positive discipline; examine the difference between punishment and discipline and learn positive approaches to encouraging positive behaviour.

Understanding a Child’s Pain: What to Do, How to Help * Also available as a Webinar*
June 4, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
This workshop is for parents and caregivers on how to help their child cope positively with painful medical procedures, tests and injuries of childhood. 90 minute session will include a presentation with discussion focusing on how a child’s pain is perceived, how to talk to your child about pain, and how to successfully coach them to help themselves to overcome fears and worries associated with medical interventions.

The New Guidelines on Screen Time for Preschool-Aged Children: The Importance of Interaction in Early Language Acquisition
June 5, 2019 @ 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
In a world where 'screen time' is rapidly increasing, how we interact with our children is changing. We will present the revised guidelines on digital media use from the American Academy of Pediatrics (released in October 2016) with a focus on the impacts of screen time on the development of language in the preschool years.

Understanding Childhood Trauma
June 7, 2019 @ 11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
Alberta Children's Hospital - Theatre
Trauma can significantly impact a child, and those caring for them are often left with questions about how to best help. The impact of trauma on neurological development and attachment system will be explored, and how this presents in children’s behaviours. Caretakers will be given key strategies to help children impacted by trauma, and appropriate resources will be suggested.

Getting Off the Couch! Inspiring a Healthier Lifestyle *Also available as a WEBINAR*
June 13, 2019 @ 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Ability Hub
This workshop will discuss the physical, mental health and social benefits of being active. For many people on the autism spectrum, getting to the gym or just having an active lifestyle can be challenging. Strategies for increasing recreational opportunities will be shared as well as how to build a social network for engaging in community and physical activities.

Care in the Creek is closed for the holiday Monday - May 20th, 2019
We hope you can enjoy some well deserved rest time:) We certainly will be.....