Free, judgment-free mental health and addiction support from your pharmacist. No waitlist.
Bloom is a Nova Scotia community pharmacy program that improves access to mental health and addictions care. You meet one-on-one with a pharmacist who takes the time to listen, review your medications and work with you as part of your wider care.
Understand how your medications work
Manage side effects and other medication concerns
Get the most benefit from your treatment
Connect with community mental health and addiction resources
Ongoing, personalized support and advocacy
Learn more at bloomprogram.ca
Not sure if you're eligible? Book an appointment or call us and we'll help you figure it out.
You have a valid Nova Scotia Health Card
You have one or more eligible mental health or addiction diagnoses
You have a medication concern you'd like to work on with your pharmacist
Step 1
Choose a time with a pharmacist at Hammonds Plains Pharmacy.
Step 2
Talk about your medications, concerns, goals and how you're doing.
Step 3
Identify medication issues and agree on practical next steps.
Step 4
Follow-up care and connections to other services when appropriate.
What does the Bloom Program cost?
There is no cost for eligible patients with a valid Nova Scotia Health Card.
Do I need to join a waitlist?
No. Bloom provides community-based care without a program waitlist.
Who will I meet with?
A pharmacist, one-on-one, who can help with medication concerns and help you navigate mental health and addiction resources.
Does the pharmacist replace my doctor or therapist?
No. Bloom complements your existing care with medication-focused support, advocacy and connections to other services.
How do I get started?
Book directly with us. We'll confirm your eligibility and guide you through the next steps.
Book a free Bloom appointment with a Hammonds Plains pharmacist.