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Listing of Greater Vancouver area Youth Clinics. Youth clinics (up to age 24) are free and confidential, and offer counselling and support on all medical, health, sexual and wellness-related issues. No appointment, Care Card (usually) or parental accompaniment required.
Posted: February 27th, 2010 under Drugs, Alcohol & Addictions, General Health Issues, Resources, Youth Clinics.
The Town Plaza Medical Clinic in Whistler provides health care services to residents and visitors seven days a week. In addition to general practice and family medicine, the clinic also provides urgent care, minor emergency services, counselling, travel medicine (including immunizations), prenatal & baby care, and occupational health care.
Posted: January 22nd, 2010 under Counseling & Supports, General Health Issues, Youth Clinics.
Three Bridges provides free primary care health services by an interdisciplinary team to marginalized populations residing in the West End, Yaletown, Fairview Slopes, downtown and downtown South areas of Vancouver.
Posted: September 8th, 2009 under Drugs, Alcohol & Addictions, General Health Issues, LGBTQ Services, Resources, Sex & Sexual Health, Youth Clinics.
Phone: 604-233-3204
Provides free, confidential health education, counselling, and clinical services to young people residing in Richmond. Deals with specific health concerns such as sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy, family planning, and nutrition. MSP coverage is required. Hours and location vary:
Tuesdays, 2-4pm - At the East Richmond Hall, 12360 Cambie Rd., drop-in or by appointment.
Mon. & Wed., [...]
Posted: February 3rd, 2009 under Counseling & Supports, Education & Schools, Mental Health, Resources, Sex & Sexual Health, Youth Clinics.
Located in White Rock, BC, provides free and confidential health care for youths aged 12-21. General medical issues, sexual health (including free STI testing and free birth control) mental health assessments and referrals, as well as addictions assessments and counselling.
Posted: June 13th, 2008 under Drugs, Alcohol & Addictions, General Health Issues, Mental Health, Resources, Sex & Sexual Health, Youth Clinics.
BYRC is a drop-in centre and hub for a wide variety of services for youth (ages 13-24) including support, counselling, a nurse and various cultural programs
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under Counseling & Supports, Drugs, Alcohol & Addictions, Employment & Unemployment, First Nations Services, Immigrant & Multicultural Services, Resources, Youth Clinics.
Formerly known separately as BC Nurse Line, Dial-A-Dietitian, Pharmacist After Hours, and BC HealthGuide, Healthlink BC is one central number for 24-hour non-emergency health info: 8-1-1. Nurses are available 24/7; Pharmacists 5pm-9am every day; and dietitians from 9a-5p weekdays.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under General Health Issues, Random Stuff We Like, Resources, Youth Clinics.
Vancouver Native Health Society offers a multitude of social and counselling services, in addition to operating a drop-in medical and dental clinic in the downtown Eastside.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under First Nations Services, General Health Issues, Resources, Youth Clinics.
The Youth Health Program of the BC Children’s Hospital is dedicated to improving the health of young people in British Columbia through clinical services, health promotion, education and training, advocacy, and research. Their site offers an intro to what to expect when you visit the hospital, as well as your rights and resources.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under General Health Issues, Resources, Youth Clinics.
Youth Pregnancy Program offers friendly pre and postnatal care and education programs for youth up to 22 years old in a casual environment. Services include: physicians & specialists, educational classes and recreational groups and support from counsellors.
Posted: June 12th, 2008 under General Health Issues, Parenting, Resources, Youth Clinics.