Vanderhoof
These services, information and groups are best for those living near the communities of Vanderhoof or Saik'uz First Nation.
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Medical Help
Northern Health Virtual Clinic
1-844-645-7811
https://www.northernhealth.ca/locations/medical-clinics/virtual-clinic
The Virtual Clinic is for people who live in the Northern Health region when they call, who:
- Don’t have a family doctor or nurse practitioner.
- Need care on evenings or weekends after their health centre is closed
The Virtual Clinic provides culturally safe care to patients who need medical help after hours and wish to speak to a heath care team member (doctor, nurse practitioner, or nurse) by phone or video.
NVSS School Clinic
https://nvssclinic.setmore.com/
Weekly doctor, nurse, community counsellor, and mental health appointments available.
Omineca Medical Clinic
250-567-2201
http://www.ominecamedicalclinic.com/index.html
Offers physical and mental health services. Referrals to specialists and other health care professionals also available.
Saik'uz Health Centre
250-567-9773
https://www.saikuz.com/departments/health-centre
Offers physical, mental, and emotional care to members living on or off reserve.
Community Agencies
Carrier Sekani Family Services
250-567-2900
https://www.csfs.org
https://www.facebook.com/CarrierSekaniFamilyServices/
Provides holistic health and wellness services for Carrier and Sekani people.
Connexus Community Resources
250-567-9205
https://connexus.ca/
https://www.facebook.com/connexus.ca
Offers Child and Youth Mental Health services to promote the emotional health and wellbeing of children, youth and families.
S'yoh Youth Services
250-567-0091
https://www.csfs.org/services/youth-services
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1193306814785679/?_rdr
A safe, inclusive and fun place for youth aged 12-19. Drop in activities, workshops and support available.
Vanderhoof Health Unit/Mental Health and Addiction Services
250-567-6900
https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use
Offers various public health services for both physical and mental health.
In School
Evelyn Dickson Elementary
250-567-2258
http://evd.sd91.bc.ca
School counsellors and referrals to other agencies are available.
Mapes Elementary
250-567-4341
http://mapes.sd91.bc.ca/
School counsellors and referrals to other agencies are available.
Nechako Valley Secondary School
250-567-2291
https://nvss.sd91.bc.ca
School counsellors and referrals to other agencies are available. See "NVSS Clinic" for information on booking appointments with a doctor, nurse, or community counsellor.
Sinkut View Elementary
250-567-5133
http://skv.sd91.bc.ca/
School counsellors and referrals to other agencies are available.
W.L. McLeod Elementary
250-567-2267
http://wlm.sd91.bc.ca
School counsellors and referrals to other agencies are available.
Did You Know?
The top two groups that students feel most comfortable with to ask questions about alcohol and other drugs are a family member or a peer.