Program: Family and Community Health
Organization: Middlesex-London Health Unit
Description of Services: Public health programs, services, information and support for parents and families before pregnancy, during pregnancy, after baby is born and until children start school

Services include:
  • information and support
  • home visits
  • assessment and screening
  • group sessions and telephone support

Services also provided to healthcare providers, licensed child care centres, and community service providers * website with information and resources on many topics
 
Breastfeeding Support Variety of breastfeeding supports available:
 
Healthy Babies Healthy Children Home visiting program * public health nurses provide health information and support related to healthy eating, pregnancy, breastfeeding, infant care, child development, safety and parenting * assist people in connecting to community supports and resources * services provided for pregnant mothers and families with young children up to the transition to school
 
Nurse-Family Partnership Home visiting program for pregnant young women expecting their first child
 
Parent Resources Free, confidential information and phone support from a Public Health Nurse about topics such as pregnancy, postpartum recovery, postpartum mental health, breastfeeding, infant feeding and nutrition, early child development, safety, sleep, positive parenting, community supports and resources
 
Prenatal Health Education Online e-learning education program, information, and resources for pregnant individuals and their support * visit www.healthunit.com/pregnancy
 
Smart Start for Babies A free prenatal group education and nutrition support program for pregnant individuals and young adults (teens) who have a difficult time accessing healthy food * partners or a support person are also encouraged to attend
Requirements
Fees: Free
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Families * varies per program
Application: No referral required * appointments or registration required for certain programs or classes
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English ; French
Area(s) Served: London and Middlesex
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 519-663-5317
Fax: 519-663-9581
Email: health@mlhu.on.ca
Website: www.healthunit.com
Address: Citi Plaza
355 Wellington St, Suite 110
London, ON
N6A 3N7
Map
Intersection: Clarence St and King St
Location: London (Central)
Hours: Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Executives: Jennifer Proulx - Director

About Us

The Middlesex-London Health Unit has many programs and services that are designed to help you and your family live a healthy life, free from disease and injury.


This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: Nov 14, 2024