A friendlier future is a healthier future for all
At TELUS, we believe everyone should have access to healthcare when and where they need it, regardless of their socio-economic status. That’s why our Health for Good™ program connects underserved individuals to the medical and mental health care they need.
TELUS Health for Good provides marginalized individuals with improved access to primary and mental health services, and supports low-income older adults to safely age in place with confidence.
Health for Good initiatives
Explore how we’re helping empower Canadians everywhere to live healthier, happier lives.
TELUS Mobile Health Clinics
Reaching and treating the most marginalized among us – including those experiencing homelessness – through our
TELUS Mobile Health Clinics
, powered by TELUS Health technology.Free TELUS Health MyCare Counselling
Providing free
TELUS Health MyCare
™ counselling sessions for marginalized individuals, helping them take control of their mental well‑being.Low-cost TELUS Health Medical Alert
Enabling low-income older adults to keep living independently and enjoy peace of mind with
low-cost access to TELUS Health Medical Alert services
.
Health for Good
TELUS Mobile Health Clinics
Over 235,000 Canadians experience homelessness each day. Many face complex mental health and addiction issues and yet struggle to access traditional health care services. TELUS Mobile Health Clinics, powered by
TELUS Health
technology, reach and treat the most marginalized among us while respecting their privacy and dignity.250,000 +
patient visits nationwide
16 million dollars
invested through 2027
36%
of patients would not have accessed healthcare otherwise
27
Canadian communities served since inception
“Every single time I visit the van, I’m in desperate need of help. It’s very good to know that they are always there. Always.”
– North End Community Health Centre MOSH client
Where we operate
Health for Good Mobile Clinics have supported 27 Canadian communities, offering an effective community-specific primary care outreach model. Many have been designed in partnership with
ékm architecture
, based in Montréal, Québec. 
“It’s great to have resources for the homeless who can’t afford what they need. I felt worth saving.”Sanguen Health client
“If it wasn’t for COVID-19 testing being offered at the mobile clinic, who knows how many more people would have died. The clinic does its job and so much more.”Kilala Lelum member
Connecting people in need
Watch how Health for Good is making a positive difference in communities across Canada.
Building a better future for Canadians
Founded in 2014, TELUS Health for Good has supported over 250,000 patient visits. Through this program, people experiencing homelessness and others in need nationwide have accessed healthcare they wouldn’t have otherwise had. Our clinics also provided over 30,000 COVID-19 vaccinations, tests and assessments throughout the pandemic.
Building a better future for Canadians
Breaking down barriers and changing lives
Reaching people in need
Providing essential services for people experiencing homelessness
Mobile Health Clinics in action
Learn more about how mobile health clinics, powered by TELUS Health, connect underserved individuals to the medical and mental health care they need.
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Health for Good TELUS Health MyCare
Free virtual mental health counselling
TELUS Health for Good, in partnership with YWCA Metro Vancouver, Mamas for Mamas and Dress for Success Vancouver, provides marginalized and low-income women, gender diverse individuals, parents & caregivers with access to free virtual counselling appointments through
TELUS Health MyCare
.
TELUS Health MyCare™ Mobile App
This free app
offers convenient smartphone access to a robust suite of health and wellness services and tools. Users can consult with a locally licensed physician and book appointments with professional mental health counsellors and registered dietitians.Note: TELUS Health MyCare provides mental health services in British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec.
“The counselling sessions gave me new perspectives on how to look at life more positively.”TELUS Health for Good participant from YWCA Metro Vancouver
“Through counselling, I was able to open my mind and heart to opportunities and new ways of being. This program enabled me to cross the waves of challenges and create the life I love right now.”TELUS Health for Good participant from Dress for Success Vancouver
“My Counsellor was an angel and a life saviour. They provided me with valuable information and gave relatable perspectives that helped me learn.”TELUS Health for Good participant from YWCA Metro Vancouver
Our Partners
With the ongoing support of key partners and volunteers, along with the power of technology, TELUS Health for Good is helping to revolutionize healthcare in Canada.
YWCA Metro Vancouver advances gender equity alongside women, families, Two-Spirit and gender diverse people through advocacy and integrated services that help support personal, collective and economic well‑being.
Mamas for Mamas is a specialized poverty relief agency and an all-inclusive community for mothers and caregivers across Canada. They envision a future where no mama or child is left behind.
Dress for Success Vancouver empowers women to achieve financial independence and personal success through fulfilling employment. As an organization, they aim to understand and address the many ways different people are affected by barriers and discrimination that go beyond gender.
Health for Good Medical Alert
Low-cost access to 24/7 emergency support for older adults in need
Health for Good provides low-income older adults who have qualified for our Internet for Good® or Mobility for Good® for Seniors programs with access to a low-cost TELUS Health Medical Alert service.
TELUS Health Medical Alert
empowers older adults to live more confidently knowing that they have 24/7 access to emergency support at the push of a button. TELUS Health Medical Alert devices can include features like state-of-the-art fall detection1, Canada-wide location tracking2, and a new Caregiver app to share with loved ones.Who can apply
Anyone who qualifies for our Internet for Good and Mobility for Good for Seniors programs automatically qualifies for discounted TELUS Health Medical Alert services as part of Health for Good. For more information, please visit our
Connecting for Good for Seniors page
. 
TELUS Health Medical Alert Pendant
Go wherever life takes you knowing you’re connected to 24/7 emergency help with a
Medical Alert Pendant
.
- 24/7 support at the push of a button
- State-of-the-art fall detection1
- Advanced Canada-wide location tracking2
- Caregiver app to stay connected with loved ones
TELUS Health Medical Alert Pendant is available to qualifying low-income adults 65 or older for $20 per month3 (regular price $75 per month) plus the $35 activation fee waived4.
LivingWell Companion Home
Go wherever life takes you knowing you’re connected to 24/7 emergency help with a
Medical Alert Pendant
.
- 24/7 emergency support at the push of a button
- Use at home up to 600 ft from the base station
- Water resistant5
TELUS Health Medical Alert Pendant is available to qualifying low-income adults 65 or older for $20 per month3 (regular price $75 per month) plus the $35 activation fee waived4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I qualify for Health for Good Medical Alert rates if I'm an existing Mobility for Good or Internet for Good for Seniors client?
I'm an existing TELUS Health Medical Alert customer who has just been approved for Mobility for Good or Internet for Good for Seniors. Do I qualify for Health for Good Medical Alert pricing?
Does Health for Good Medical Alert require a contract?
If I cancel my Health for Good Medical Alert service, what happens to the pendant?
Can I only sign up for Health for Good Medical Alert if I am not interested in Mobility for Good or Internet for Good?
For additional TELUS Health Medical Alert information, visit our
product FAQ page.
Supporting charities and nonprofits
Empowering charitable and not-for-profit organizations to expand their impact.
Connecting for Good programs
If you’re a not-for-profit seeking assistance currently unavailable through one of our Connecting for Good programs, please submit your request below.