Health resources for school aged children

• Vision screening
• Pediatric eye care at University of Waterloo
• Dental health
• Hearing resources at Family Compass Waterloo Region
• Routine vaccinations
• Where to get a COVID-19 vaccine
• Prenatal classes

• Food Bank of Waterloo Region Information on food programs and emergency food assistance. For emergency food needs: Call 519.743.5576, ext. 340. 
• Family Outreach Program, House Of Friendship Family Outreach Workers can provide support for those living on low income with children 17 years of age and younger.
• Ontario 211 Resources and community information.
• Food hampers from House Of Friendship Assistance to individuals and families in need of food.
• EasyGO fare card for Grand River Transit Information on the fare card for Grand River Transit.
• Leisure Access Pass Fee assistance application for City of Kitchener programs.

Urgent care resources

• Health 811 Connect with a Registered Nurse day or night for free, secure and confidential health advice. Call 8-1-1 (TTY: 1-866-797-0007) or chat online.
• Urgent Care and Walk-In Clinics
• Ontario Medication Coverage for Children and Youth
• Health Care Connect: Find a Health Care Provider
• List of conditions treated by any Pharmacist in Ontario

Mental health resources

• Here 24/7 Call 1-844-437-3247 for addictions, mental health, and crisis services in Waterloo Region.
• One Stop Talk Connect with a registered therapist.
• Pleo Parent Support Groups Support for parents of children facing mental health challenges. Call 613-321-3211 or 855-775-7005.
• Camino Wellbeing & Mental Health Free programs for wellbeing and mental health.
• Newcomer mental health services from Camino Wellbeing & Mental Health Programs to improve wellbeing and mental health for newcomers and refugees.

Family and young children learning resources

• Early Learning Navigators of YMCA Three Rivers Support and information for early learning and child care programs in Waterloo Region.
• One List Waterloo Region Find licensed child care in Waterloo Region.
• EarlyON Offers free, high-quality programs for families and children from birth to 6 years old.