Food Allergy Education Program

 

school age program       

Small grant funding has been provided by Anaphylaxis Canada to help develop this program.

 

Family Food Allergy Education Program

for parents of children under 6 years with severe food allergies
Food allergies can have a huge impact on families' lives. The goal of the Family Food Allergy Education Program is to help families begin to find a balance between risks and safety measures so their child can lead a healthy life. This Program consists of 2 small group classes lead by an Allergy Nurse and held a week apart.

Week 1 Topics:

  • How to reduce the risk of having a reaction
  • Recognizing reactions
  • Responding to reactions
  • Hands on practice with the auto-injector
  • Learn about resources available to you

Week 2 Topics:

  • Recognizing and dealing with food allergy stress
  • How to communicate with others about the allergy
  • How to reduce risk in other environments
  • What to consider outside the home
  • (e.g. daycare, school, travel, restaurants)
  • How to begin teaching the child about their food allergy

Families are given an information booklet on food allergies.

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If you are interested in attending the program, have your health care provider send a referral, and we will contact you. If you have questions about the Program, call 787-2551 and speak to Cathy or Nancy or email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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The program is held at the Thompson Children's Allergy & Asthma Centre (across the street from the Children's Hospital Emergency Department) 685 William Avenue in Winnipeg, MB.


04 September 2012 Last Updated on 21 May 2013 administrator