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Eye See...Eye Learn Program
2022-11-22
The Eye See…Eye Learn Program provides all pre-kindergarten and kindergarten-age children in PEI with one free eye exam and one free pair of glasses, if needed.
Who is this program for?
To qualify for the Eye See…Eye Learn Program, the child must:
be eligible...
Stroke Care Program
2022-10-31
A stroke is a medical emergency caused by a loss of blood to the brain from a blocked artery or ruptured blood vessel. Brain cells in the affected area die because they are not getting enough oxygen. The faster someone gets treatment, the better the chance of saving brain cells,...
Occupational Therapy (OT) for School-Aged Children
2022-10-28
The School Therapy Occupational Therapy (OT) program, offers a school-based OT service to children from kindergarten to grade 12. It works together with students, school staff and parents/guardians at many different levels to support students with development of skills important to their: learning...
Chronic Disease Prevention and Management
2022-10-28
Chronic disease can occur at any age and usually begins slowly and develops gradually over time. The most common chronic conditions include chronic lung diseases such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and asthma, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and some cancers.
If you have a...
Early Childhood Literacy: Born to Read
2022-08-31
Born to Read is an early childhood literacy program that promotes the joy of reading to babies and toddlers.
How do parents get the free books?
Parents of newborns on Prince Edward Island are given a free Born to Read package during your regular wellness visit with Public Health...
Paramedics Providing Palliative Care at Home Program
2022-02-22
The Provincial Integrated Palliative Care Program and Island EMS are working together to support palliative care patients with after-hours (evening and overnight) in-home care when they need it.
Through the Paramedics Providing Palliative Care at Home program trained paramedics can provide...
Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Programs
2022-01-19
If you or a loved one have experienced problems with your heart (cardiac) or are living with a chronic (ongoing) lung (pulmonary) disease, the Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab Program may be able to help you improve your health and quality of life.
What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?
Cardiac Rehabilitation...