The Punjabi Community Health Services (PCHS) will serve the Punjabi community through community development and outreach, culturally appropriate service delivery, partnership with other organizations, research and asset inventories, health promotion, resource development, developing volunteers from within the community, and consulting and promoting diversity.

What is South Asian Prenatal Program?

 

Central West – LHIN report shows that low birth weight is a significant risk issue in the community. There is evidence that South Asian community may have incidence of low birth weight babies. PCHS has developed a program whereby expectant mothers are educated on pre and post birthing issues. The program is a partnership between many stakeholders.

 

Who can benefit?

 

Expectant South Asian Mothers

 

What are the major benefits?

 

The benefits are substantial and include:

Services are in English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu

Six prenatal sessions

Sessions are geared to the needs of the couples (mothers to be)

Handouts are provided in English and Punjabi

 

How are referrals made?

 

Referrals are made by calling 905.677.0889 or 905.790.0808. Community Based Agencies, Religious leaders, Family Members, Family Physicians and individuals may make a referral.

 

Where is the Program located?

 

The program is located at 11730 Airport Road, Brampton, Ontario, L6R 0C7

 

What are the hours of operation?

 

The sessions are organized on as need basis

 

Attachments:

Health Promotion - Prenatal Program

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