Pediatric Care Resources
Guidance, tools, and support for families navigating home care for children with complex health needs — because every child deserves to thrive at home.
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Understanding Pediatric Care
What it is, who it’s for, and how it works
Pediatric home and school care is specialized support for children with complex medical needs, developmental conditions or recovery requirements — delivered in the comfort of your own home and coordinated with your child’s existing medical team.
What to Expect with Classic LifeCare
Understanding the care process and your role in it
Safety & Health at Home
Keeping your child safe while receiving care
Children with complex needs require extra attention to safety. These resources cover the essentials — from medication management to emergency planning.
A Decade of Pediatric Excellence in Schools & Homes
What started as a single AHS contract in 2013 has grown into Calgary’s most trusted pediatric home care program — with a 98.54% reduction in missed visits and direct partnerships with Alberta school boards.
10+
YEARS OF PEDIATRIC CARE IN ALBERTA
287%
CLIENT GROWTH OVER THE LAST DECADE
98.5%
REDUCTION IN MISSED VISITS
205
STUDENT SUPPORTED IN 2024/25
Read some of our client stories
A Classic LifeCare Case:
Supporting a Cross-Country Medical Journey
Classic LifeCare recently supported a cross-country
medical journey for a 9-month-old with complex needs, his
toddler sister, and their grandmother. With care and
compassion, our Clinical Nursing Supervisor, Nikki Walsh,
accompanied the family from Calgary to New Brunswick,
helping manage NG tube feeds and offering steady support
during unexpected delays and challenges. Rather than
taking over, Nikki empowered the grandmother, offering
reassurance and guidance throughout the trip. It was a
powerful reminder that great care isn’t just clinical—it’s
personal, human, and built on trust.
A Classic LifeCare Case:
Client-Centered Care for Carter
Carter attended a farm school in rural Alberta outside of Calgary. Although not
a typical arrangement, Classic LifeCare said “Yes” to supporting Carter at
home and during his involvement at farm school.
A flexible and dedicated Classic LifeCare care Workers (pictured right)
supported Carter amidst farm animals, an outhouse and mud up to her knees
some days.
As Carter’s health declined and became palliative, Classic was able to connect
with the greater care team and physician involved. Everyone adjusted as
Carter’s health required, while care shifted to less school and more home.
Carter passed away at home with his parents present, as well as the Classic
LifeCare Care Workers, who had cared for him throughout his health journey.
Funding & Support Programs
Government programs that can help cover pediatric care in Alberta
Several government programs exist specifically to support families with children who have complex care needs. Here’s a clear breakdown of what’s available and how to access it.
Helpful Links
Trusted external organizations and support services
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