Health & Early Child Development
Heath and Development of your child is something all parents are concerned about. Richmond is a community that is focused on raising and ensuring your children are as healthy as possible! Take a look at the list below for more in depth information and what you can find closest to you. Be sure to check the calendar for health specialists visiting programs near you!
Audiology
Vancouver Coastal Health
Hearing services for Richmond children up to the age of 19.
Find Out MoreBaby / Child Health Clinics
Vancouver Coastal Health
Clinics cover immunizations, developmental questions and provide parental resources.
Find Out MoreBreastfeeding
Vancouver Coastal Health
Support for early breastfeeding from birth to six months and continuing breastfeeding for two years and beyond.
Find Out MoreHealthiest Babies Possible
Vancouver Coastal Health
Provides nutrition counselling, health education, food access and social support to pregnant people facing challenging life circumstances in Richmond and Vancouver.
Find Out MoreHealthLink BC - 811
Call 24/7 to receive information from a nurse about your symptoms or if you have any questions. You can also call 811 and ask to speak to a pharmacist, a registered dietitian or a qualified exercise professional.
Find Out MoreInfant Development Program
Aspire
Provides support for children birth to 3 years of age who may have or are at risk of a delay in development.
Find Out MoreNutrition
Vancouver Coastal Health
A resource for families with concerns about a child's nutrition and growth
Pacific Post-Partum Support Society
A self-help program and support for moms suffering from postpartum depression.
Find Out MorePrenatal Classes
Douglas College
Prenatal classes taught by professionals, available in English.
Find Out MoreRichmond Early Childhood Mental Health Program
Vancouver Coastal Health
Serves children 0 to 6 years of age and their families to promote children’s mental health and to treat behaviour problems. Requires doctor referral
Find Out MoreSpeech & Language
Vancouver Coastal Health
Speech-language pathologists use a variety of activities to help children learn new speech and language skills.
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