Health Services
We provide on-site access to health care.
People experiencing homelessness often experience multiple disadvantages, including physical and emotional challenges and high levels of trauma. Accessing the mainstream public health system may be difficult due to stigma, physical constraints, or previous negative interactions.
Our clinic is staffed by over 40 health professionals who in addition to wound care, respond to drug poisonings, treat opioid addiction, help clients manage their medications and connect to health supports in the community when required.
Episodic Medical Care Clinic
Monday to Friday, 8 am – 4 pm
- Staffed by Licensed Practical Nurses
- Wound care
- Medication management
- Chronic disease management
- Phlebotomy
- Sexually Transmitted and Blood-Borne Infections (STBBI) screening and treatment
- Referrals to other DI and community supports
- Access to Social workers, Mental Health and Addictions workers, Peer Support Workers, and Recovery Coaches
Rapid Response (DI-specific “911”)
- 24/7 emergency support
- Staffed by Licensed Practical Nurses and Paramedics
- Drug poisoning responses
- Medical emergencies
For inquiries:
Phone: (403) 699-8236
Email: healthservices@thedi.ca
Our Impact
Between April 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026:
30,094
combined appointments/interactions with the Episodic Medical Clinic and Rapid Response Team
1,689
responses to drug poisonings
83%
reduction in drug-poisoning related EMS calls due to our Rapid Response Team
Our Partners
We are so grateful for our incredible community partners.
Thank you for helping us offer a wide scope of health services to vulnerable Calgarians, both on-site and in the community.
