What is the purpose of foot care?

Foot care is a preventive treatment plan that protects an individual’s feet from a myriad of infections and other diseases and deformities. Foot care is ongoing and a daily foot care routine should be followed for the general health of the foot.

Who can provide foot care?

A trained Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) can provide and specialized in foot care. Foot care nurses assess the condition of your feet on a daily basis while checking for any inflammation, bruising, cuts, or blisters. A foot care nurse helps individuals who are unable to do their own foot and toenail care. These benefit those who have foot conditions related to diabetes and other illnesses. They may also work closely with your current providers such as your podiatrist, primary care doctor, and others to assist with keeping you mobile and to help prevent other foot problems from occurring. The foot care nurse’s goal is to work with your current health care providers to improve your overall foot health.

Do I need a referral from my doctor?

No, you do not need to get a referral from a doctor to see a Foot Care Nurse.

Where is MEERAcare Services located?

MEERAcare Services is a mobile clinic that services the City of Calgary and the surrounding area. We provide our foot care services in the comfort of your home without additional cost.

Do I need an appointment?

Yes, an appointment is required to see our specialized Foot Care Nurses. Scheduled appointments enable our nurses to have sufficient time to spend with our clients and meet their individual needs. You can book your foot care appointment by calling MEERAcare Services at (587) 896- 6346. You can also email us at [email protected]. Please attach the Consent and Intake Form that is downloadable from our Client Resources.

How often do I need foot care?

Toenails grow about two millimeters per month, you or your loved ones may need a trim every six to eight weeks. 

What tools are required for my foot care?

We prioritize the safety of our clients. This is the reason why we require our clients to purchase a foot care kit that costs $35.00 (includes GST) on the initial appointment. Transmission of infection will be minimized when tools are not shared between clients.

MEERAcare Services’ Foot Care Kit are consist of:

• Professional Toenail Clipper
• Toenail Clipper
• Curette
• Blacks File
• Electric Nail File Bits

How are tools cleaned?

Aside from MEERAcare Services requiring clients to own their tools. Our nurses are trained to clean and disinfect each tool before and after use. Tool kits are sealed and dated after the booked appointment to ensure that our client’s tool kits will remain sanitized until the next appointment.

What are my payment options?

MEERAcare Services accepts cash payments, cheques, or eTransfer.

What other services do MEERAcare Services offer?

You can also contact MEERAcare Services for your Commissioner of Oaths needs.

MEERAcare Services will soon offer companion, personal care or home care.