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Health centre focused on family and community health * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * referrals to other local health services * personal development groups

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health Primary Health Care

Services offered to rostered patients by a health care team of doctors, nurse practitioners, registered practical nurses, dietician, social worker, chiropodist, and physiotherapist including:

Complex Mental Health and Addictions - includes mental health conditions with severe effects on client functional abilities. For all clients with ongoing addiction concerns, this team will provide the most wraparound care and support.

Social Work Support Program - provides confidential short-term, and goal-focused counselling to help individuals dealing with Depression, Family Conflict, Anxiety, Stressful life situations, Relationship issues, using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy, Assertiveness Training and Solution Focused/ Brief Therapy principles. Access to social work is through referral from your CCHC Physician or Nurse Practitioner.

Anger Solutions Program™ helps individuals develop appropriate ways to express and resolve their anger. Built on a psychosocial rehabilitation foundation, Anger Solutions incorporates the best of several evidence-based therapeutic models.

Chronic Disease Management (CDM) and Older Adult - includes clients whose primary diagnoses are diabetes, COPD, cardiovascular conditions, etc. who require routine monitoring and will benefit from support in self management of these conditions. This includes all clients who are 65 years and over as many will overlap with the CDM conditions, thus we also routinely monitor osteoporosis, falls risks and cognitive changes.

Osteoporosis program: Watch for the upcoming launch of our new bone health and falls prevention program! Clients will have the opportunity to learn about their risk level for osteoporosis, eating well for strong bones, fall prevention techniques, appropriate exercises and medication education.

Physiotherapy Program - The Physiotherapist performs assessment, diagnosis, treatment, health education/counseling. Various treatments are prescribed including but not limited to, balance exercises, transfer training, range of motion, strengthening, application of modalities. (i.e. heat, ice, ultrasound, TENS). Access to physiotherapy is through referral from your CCHC Physician or Nurse Practitioner.
Seniors' Social Group -provides seniors with an opportunity to get out and meet new people, enjoy music, snacks, and fun activities in a relaxed atmosphere.

Smoking Cessation Program - Provides high quality one-on-one smoking cessation behavioural counselling, coaching and support to clients wishing to reduce or quit smoking, including assessing client readiness to reduce/quit smoking, review of evidence-based pharmacotherapies and psycho-social interventions, assisting client with development of a Quit Plan, and coaching, supporting and encouraging client in the achievement of their Quit Goals. Access to the Smoking Cessation Program is by referral from your CCHC Physician or Nurse Practitioner.

Preventative/Prenatal/Pediatrics - this group will primarily be clients who need mostly screening programs, immunizations, episodic care, supportive education, and programs to support healthy lifestyles.

Nutrition program - The CCHC Dietician performs community nutritional needs assessments and identifies barriers to acquiring adequate food security, facilitating and supporting community initiatives to improve food security and performs nutritional assessments, development of client-focused nutritional plans, health education/counseling. Access the Dietician is through referral from your CCHC Physician or Nurse Practitioner or from the community at large.

Craving Change^TM - Watch for the upcoming program that provides cognitive-behavioural tools, activities and strategies that address the universal struggle to change problematic and emotional eating behaviours. The thought-provoking, 'how-to' approach focuses on the 'why' of eating behaviour and what to do about it.

St. Thomas Outreach program provides care to those who are homeless or underhoused or face other barriers to care, such as not being able to access a family physician or nurse practitioner, lack of Ontario health insurance benefits or lack of transportation.

Mobile Unit Outreach brings care to primarily uninsured folks in the county.

Services and Programs:

• Clinical Dietitian Services
• Needle Exchange Program

Aboriginal Health Access Centre providing integrated services for Indigenous people, families and communities * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * health promotion, traditional healing, mental health and addiction services provided * dental clinic * referrals to other local health services and personal development groups available on and off reserves * culturally safe, accessible services that combine traditional Indigenous and Western medical practices

Health centre focused on individual, family and community health * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * community development, health promotion and prevention services * referrals to other local and social health services * services aimed at people living with a low income, newcomers, individuals and families with chronic and complex illness

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health * part of the Team Care program

Health centre focused on individual, family and community health * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * community development, health promotion and prevention services * referrals to other local and social health services * services aimed at people living with a low income, newcomers, individuals and families with chronic and complex illness

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

Health Outreach for People Experiencing Homelessness - Health, social services and daily programming for people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Services and Programs:

• Argyle Site
• Huron St Site
• Old East Village Site

Health centre with services provided by community workers

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health * culturally appropriate programs and services for Aboriginals, combining traditional healing and Western medical practices

Services include:

• Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• Aboriginal Health and Wellness
• mental health
• home and community care
• National Native Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program

Health centre focused on individual, family and community health * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * community development, health promotion and prevention services * referrals to other local and social health services * services aimed at people living with a low income, newcomers, individuals and families with chronic and complex illness

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health * part of the Team Care program

Newcomer Clinic - The newcomers clinic is a collaboration between the Cross Cultural Learners Centre (CCLC) and the Health Centre * provides care to government assisted refugees during their first 6 months in Canada

Respiratory Therapy - Respiratory therapist who provides education on the use of medication, device training, awareness of symptoms, and individualized self management action plans

Women of the World - Peer support training and support groups for immigrant and newcomer women who are isolated and need help in adjusting to life in Canada

Health centre focused on family and community health * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * referrals to other local health services and personal development groups

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

Seniors Francophone Drop-In Group - Social opportunities for seniors * education on health topics related to francophone and francophile seniors

Tai Chi - Tai Chi classes for seniors for stress reduction and improved flexibility, strength and stability

Services and Programs:

• North East London Community Engagement

We provide Primary Health Care, system navigation and support for diverse populations of all ages and stages of life with a focus on those who experience challenges and barriers to accessing care, including those living in poverty; experiencing mental health and addictions; housing instability; isolated seniors; youth at risk and those with complex chronic disease.

Mobile Health Outreach Bus (MHOB):
Team consists of an outreach worker, primary care providers andcommunity partners. who work collaboratively to bring services toclients in the community. Services provided include wound care, support with form completion, community resources/referrals, mental health support, harm reduction and personal hygiene supplies. The bus travels to several locations throughout Oxford County weekly; Call 226-232-8207 for more details.

Working with existing social and health services to provide education programs, outreach, housing stability and support services to residents of Oxford County.

Outreach and Housing

Drop-In Services include:
* Form completion
* System navigation
* Advocacy
* Information on community resources
* Appointment support
* Housing system navigation
* Support completing rental applications
* Housing search support
* Kijiji tips & tricks

Health centre focused on family and community health, illness prevention and health promotion * health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses * health professionals provide primary care services and referrals to other local health and community services and personal development groups

Community-led health teams develop programs to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

Transportation to Vaccine Clinics - Volunteer drivers take West Elgin residents to vaccine clinics * accessible shuttle for those who need it * funded through Gift-A-Ride program * working to get everyone who needs a vaccine access to a vaccine

Assisted Living Program - Support staff provide care for frail older adults or people with disabilities, who have difficulty caring for themselves, but who are still capable of living independently in their own home or apartment * personal support, homemaking, care coordination, medication assistance, and security checks * scheduled and unscheduled visits * support staff available daily in the homes/apartments of clients

Community Support Services for Seniors - Various programs provide supports to help older adults maintain independence while remaining in their home and community

Health Promotion and System Navigation Services - One-on-one and group sessions to promote health and to assist people in navigating the health system connecting with community programs and linking to available social services

Parenting Support - Parenting education and support including prenatal classes, breastfeeding support, and a Well Baby Clinic

Services and Programs:

• Chiropody Services
• Chronic Disease Management Services
• Clinical Dietitian Services
• Community Engagement
• Community Food Programs
• Diabetes Education
• Harm Reduction Services
• Mental Health Counselling Services
• Physiotherapy Services - Talbot Trail Physiotherapy
• Primary Care Services

Working with existing social and health services to provide education programs, outreach, housing stability and support services to residents of Oxford County.

Outreach and Housing

Drop-In Services include:
* Form completion
* System navigation
* Advocacy
* Information on community resources
* Appointment support
* Housing system navigation
* Support completing rental applications
* Housing search support
* Kijiji tips & tricks

We provide Primary Health Care, system navigation and support for diverse populations of all ages and stages of life with a focus on those who experience challenges and barriers to accessing care, including those living in poverty; experiencing mental health and addictions; housing instability; isolated seniors; youth at risk and those with complex chronic disease.

Mobile Health Outreach Bus (MHOB):
Team consists of an outreach worker, primary care providers andcommunity partners. who work collaboratively to bring services toclients in the community. Services provided include wound care, support with form completion, community resources/referrals, mental health support, harm reduction and personal hygiene supplies. The bus travels to several locations throughout Oxford County weekly; Call 226-232-8207 for more details.

COVID-19 - Group programs are being offered virtually and in person. Masks are required for in-person appointments.

Provides quality primary health care and disease prevention programs and services to the community. Health promotion and primary care staff and volunteers provide more than 40 different programs designed to promote healthy individuals, families and communities including

• Certified Diabetes Educators
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Falls Prevention
• Registered Dietitians
• Social Workers
• Health Promotion and Disease/Illness Prevention Programs
• Harm Reduction
• HEP C Services

A community health centre that offers culturally appropriate programs and services for Aboriginals, combining traditional health and Western medical practices, with an aim to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health.

Provides medical and social services to Grand Bend and surrounding areas. The primary care team consists of family physicians and nurse practitioners supported by registered practical nurses, a system navigator and medical office assistants. The team works in a collaborative environment with specialists and onsite social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapist, registered kinesiologist, registered respiratory therapist, registered dietitian and a diabetes education team.

COVID-19 Assessment Centre, 69 Main Street East, Grand Bend. Testing by appointment only; call 519-238-2362 x111 or book online here.

COVID-19 - Group programs are being offered virtually and in person. Masks are required for in-person appointments.

Provides quality primary health care and disease prevention programs and services to the community. Health promotion and primary care staff and volunteers provide more than 40 different programs designed to promote healthy individuals, families and communities including

• Certified Diabetes Educators
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Falls Prevention
• Registered Dietitians
• Social Workers
• Health Promotion and Disease/Illness Prevention Programs
• Harm Reduction
• HEP C Services

COVID-19 - Group programs are being offered virtually and in person. Masks are required for in-person appointments.

Provides quality primary health care and disease prevention programs and services to the community. Health promotion and primary care staff and volunteers provide more than 40 different programs designed to promote healthy individuals, families and communities including

• Certified Diabetes Educators
• Chronic Disease Prevention
• Falls Prevention
• Registered Dietitians
• Social Workers
• Health Promotion and Disease/Illness Prevention Programs
• Harm Reduction
• HEP C Services

Note: This page refers to the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre's Hensall site.

The Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre (GBACHC) provides medical and social services to Grand Bend and surrounding areas including Hensall. The primary care team consists of family physicians and nurse practitioners supported by registered practical nurses, a system navigator, and medical office assistants. The team works in a collaborative environment, with specialists, and onsite social workers, physiotherapists, occupational therapist, registered kinesiologist, registered respiratory therapist, registered dietitian, and a diabetes education team.

For more information visit or Facebook page.

Provides primary health care services and health promotion programs using a multidisciplinary team of health care providers. The team includes 10 family physicians and other allied healthcare professionals including: Nurse Practitioner, Diabetic Educator, Health Promoter, Dietitian, Social Worker, Chiropodist and Physicians Assistant

Services Include:

• Dietary Counselling
• Chronic Disease Management
• Mental Health Services
• Women's Health
• Health Promotion Prevention
• Neuro-Muscular Diseases

Not A Walk-In Clinic

COVID-19 - A COVID-19 Assessment Centre has opened at the health centre for locally registered community members (Band Members). Tests will be administered by appointment only. You will need your OHIP Card/Status Card. There are no walk-ins. Those experiencing symptoms are asked to call the health centre to inquire about an appointment.

Provides health services for Kettle and Stony Point community members. Programs include: mental health and addictions, child health, health promotion, home and community care and an Assisted Living Facility.

Community Health Centre (CHC)

• Primary Health Care
• Programs for Children and Youth
• Programs for Older Adults
• Social Work Counselling
• Nurtition Counselling

Designed to improve the health and well-being of Indigenous Individuals, families and communities through wholistic approaches that harmonize Indigenous, traditional and western health care which respects people with a distinctive cultural identity, values, and beliefs

Translation De dwa da dehs nye>s embodies the concept of We're taking care of each other amongst ourselves.

Employs an inter-professional staff team to provide primary health care, illness prevention and health promotion programs and services that promote wellness in the community.

Health centre focused on individual, family and community health. Health professionals assess and treat non-life-threatening injuries or illnesses. Referrals to other local health services and personal development groups available
Services include:

• primary health care services
• social work services
• health promotion and education programs
• community development programs
• chronic disease management
• nutritional information and education
• community outreach programs

Additional Services on Site:

• Compass Diabetes Foot Care Program
• Memory Clinic
• Dental Clinic
• Caring for My COPD Program
• Grand River Council on Aging
• LGBTQ2S Resources
• AIDS/HIV Regional Coordinator
• Gender Affirming Clinic

COVID-19 Wellness Clinic for Tots on pause until further notice. Some consultation available by phone.

Family practice clinic. Part of the Stratford Family Health Team. Wellness Clinic for Tots comprehensive clinic service for 18 to 36 month old patients. Partnership program with the Huron Perth Public Health. This clinic is not held with any regularity. Patients of the Milverton and District Medical Centre can call the office for information. All other persons, or anyone looking for after hours clinic. should call the Stratford Family Health Team - 519-271-7172.