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Programs & Services


Pediatric Social Work Services

Provides assistance and support for patients and their families who are receiving care through Alberta Children's Hospital.

This service works individually with patients, groups and/or families to:

  • conduct assessments and develop interventions to alleviate social and personal problems
  • identify needs and gaps and connect patients with community supports and resources
  • empower patients to cope and problem solve during or after injury, disease or illness
  • provide referrals to other AHS and community programs as required (example - Addictions and Mental Health )
  • counsel patients and their families in coping with aspects of an illness, hospitalization and the impact of lifestyle choices on health
  • assist patients and families to navigate the healthcare system and address legal and financial issues impacting care

Contact Details

Alberta Children's Hospital

Address
28 Oki Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta
T3B 6A8
Telephone
403-955-7211 (Hospital Switchboard)
Accessibility

This facility is wheelchair accessible and has an elevator on site

Getting There

Parking map

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Monday
8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Tuesday
8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Wednesday
8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Thursday
8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Friday
8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Note

ED SW 24/7 

Access
Service Providers May Include
social workers
Service Access

Healthcare providers should consult the Alberta Referral Directory for service referral information.


Service Languages
Interpreter/Translation services