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Grand Bend Community Health Centre
P.O. Box 1269
69 Main St. E., Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0
Phone: 519-238-2362 - Primary Care • 519-238-1556 - Allied Health
Fax: 519-238-6478
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Welcome to the
The Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre has a
dynamic, dedicated staff that shares a vision of “Health
and Wellbeing for all.”
As a Community Health Centre we provide a holistic
interdisciplinary approach to all aspects of an individual’s
health and well-being. There is a strong emphasis on
health promotion and illness prevention.
We operate a satellite in Hensall as well as a Better
Breathing Team in Thedford.
We have strengthened our relationship with South Huron
Hospital in Exeter by sharing staffing in several areas. We
work closely with the North Lambton Community Health
Centre and many other organizations to promote a holistic
approach to the health and well-being needs of individuals,
families and the community we serve. This will enhance
the delivery of care by both organizations.
Cate Melito
Executive Director
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre
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Please note that we are constantly changing to meet your needs.
Information presented may be subject to change.
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Table of Contents
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre...................................4
GBACHC Contact List.....................................................................5
Mission, Vision and Values..............................................................6
Strategic Directions..........................................................................6
Our Focus........................................................................................6
Model of Care..................................................................................7
Primary Care Team Services...........................................................8
Community Health Programs...........................................20
BIA Testing / Healthy Lifestyle Exercise Programs / Gentle Exercise
Program / Functional Fitness Exercise Programs / The Resistance
Band Exercise Program / Savannah Strollers / Line dancing
Community Support and Social Programs.................22
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support / Canadian National Institute for the
Blind Low Vision Clinic / 2nd Step: Maintenance Support for
First Step Members / Sunset Cinema / Living with Stroke Program /
Parkinson’s Support Group / The Power of Parenting
Chronic Disease Programs................................................24
Chronic Pain Management and Support Group / Pre Diabetes
Classes / Heart Health Class: Manage/Prevent High Cholesterol
or High Blood Pressure / Smoking Cessation / First Step: Healthy
Lifestyle/Weight Management Program / Blood Pressure Clinic /
Choices for Change / Addiction Counselling Services / Master Your
Health / Being Mindful
Community Nutrition Programs......................................27
Come Cook with Us! Community Food Advisors / Opening Doors /
Local Food Programs / Nutrition Education Workshops – FREE! /
“We Can Help Fund”
Community Partnerships and Resources
Grand Bend Area Health Services Foundation..............................30
South Huron Hospital Association.................................................32
Speaker’s Bureau .........................................................................35
Community Health Partnerships Contact Information....................36
Contributing Supporters Index Page............................39
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Grand Bend Area Community
Health Centre
The Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre is a non-profit community
governed organization that provides comprehensive primary medical care for our
enrolled clients. Our health promotion strategies utilize multidisciplinary teams of
health providers and are available to clients as well as everyone in the community.
The Centre’s three sites work in collaboration with the Southwest and Erie St. Clair
LHINs along with various agencies and services within the counties of Lambton
and Huron. Our on-going partnership with South Huron Hospital Association in
Exeter enables us to seek out and provide the best care for our clients/patients
along with programming for the surrounding communities.
Grand Bend Area CHC Main Site
69 Main St East, Box 1269 Grand Bend
Ontario N0M 1T0
Hours of Operation
Monday –Thursday by appointment
9am-7 pm
Friday 9am-4 pm
Walk in Saturday 9am-11:30a.m
Centre Clients call 519-238-2362 for
Medical appointments Fax 519-238-6478
Allied Health Services & Programs call
519-238-1556
Closed Sundays and Holidays
The Centre’s staff consists of:
Physicians & Nurse Practitioners
Registered Practical Nurses
Physiotherapists
Occupational Therapists
Registered Respiratory Therapist
Certified Diabetes Educators
Regulated Social Workers
Dietitians
Health Promoter and Community Worker
Healthy Lifestyle Counsellor
Phlebotomists
Visiting Specialists/Chiropodist
Medical Office Assistants
Administrative staff
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Hensall
Zurich
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HURON
St. Joseph
Dashwood
Grand Bend
Port Franks
Mount Carmel
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Thedford
Hensall Site
122 King St. Hensall
Ontario N0M 1X0
Hours of Operation by appointment
Monday 9 a.m.-7p.m.
Tuesday – Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Closed Sat. Sun. & Holidays
Call 519-262-3140 or fax 519-262-2448
Allied Health: 519-262-3459
Fax: 519-262-3538
Thedford Site
P.O. Box 9, 99 Victoria St
Thedford Ontario, N0M 2N0
Call: 519-296-0117 Fax: 519-296-0122
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GBACHC Contact List
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre Primary Care
Tel: 519-238-2362 Fax: 519-238-6478
This includes reception/appointments.
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre Allied Health
Tel: 519-238-1556 Fax: 519-238-6478
This includes the following departments:
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Executive Director........................................ ext. 263
Community Dietitian..................................... ext. 222
Diabetes program......................................... ext. 242
Health Promotion & Programs...................... ext. 231
Director Primary Care Services.................... ext. 228
Healthy Lifestyles Counsellor....................... ext. 237
Occupational Therapy.................................. ext. 241
Physiotherapy............................................... ext. 236
Social Workers........................... ext. 230 or ext. 223
Maintenance................................................. ext. 227
Human Resources........................................ ext. 226
System Navigator......................................... ext. 283
Hensall Site Primary Care
Tel: 519-262-3140 Fax: 519-262-2448
Hensall Allied Health
Tel: 519-262-3459 Fax: 519-262-3538
• Community Health Engagement Worker...... ext. 229
• Diabetes Program........................................ ext. 228
Better Breathing Team
Tel: 519-296-0117 Fax: 519-296-0122
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Program Coordinator.................................... ext. 281
Physiotherapist............................................. ext. 282
Telemedicine Nurse...................................... ext. 283
Registered Respiratory Therapist................. ext. 284
Social Worker............................................... ext. 285
Occupational Therapist................................. ext. 286
Kinesiologist................................................. ext. 243
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Our Mission:
Empower the health and well-being of the people in our communitiestogether.
Our Vision:
Health and well-being for all.
Our Values:
People-centred: Individuals are empowered to be in control of their health.
Respect and Inclusion: Every one matters
Compassionate Care: For the whole person-physical, mental and social
well-being
Interconnectedness: Building connections at all levels to provide
comprehensive care
Integrity and Responsibility: Accountable for what we say and do
Strategic Directions:
Breakthrough Objective: Make it happen-together! Through…..
Collective Impact: Making a difference together
Partnerships and collaboration: Working together
Organizational Health and staff wellness: Being strong together
Optimization of our resources: Working smart together
Our Focus:
Sustainability
Vitality
Vibrancy
Innovation
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Model of Care
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre is one of 75 Community Health
centre (CHC’s) in Ontario. All CHC’s are united by a common Model of Health
and Wellbeing that outlines our values and principles. For more information
about our model see: www.aohc.org/model-health-and-wellbeing
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Primary Care Team Services
Our Primary care team consists of Family Doctors and Nurse Practitioners
supported by a RPN’s, and Medical Office Assistants. Our health care teams
work in an interdisciplinary collaborative environment that includes specialists,
and other health care professionals. Patients/clients at both Grand Bend and
Hensall sites can access these services by appointment.
The centre provides diagnostic services such as a twice daily lab courier,
ECG, Spirometry, Ambulatory Blood Pressure monitoring, Event/Looper
Monitoring, and Stress Testing (all by referral and appointment). We also
offer consultants such as a Chiropodist through self referral and an Internal
Medicine Specialist or an Endocrinologist through referral. (CHC patients)
We believe in the importance of education both for our staff and for
upcoming medical professionals. We provide learning opportunities for
students: Residents and Medical students, Nurse Practitioner and Medical
Office Assistants, Dietitians, Social Workers, Physiotherapist Occupational
Therapists and Respiratory Therapists. Call 519-238-2362 for Primary Care
appointments.
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Family physicians are trained in all areas of medicine and can diagnose and
treat a broad array of health care problems. They are at the centre of your care,
coordinating and guiding you through your health care options. They are experts
in prevention, treating most acute illnesses and helping people manage their
chronic diseases. To ensure
your best treatment options
our physicians work with Allied
Health services, specialists and
other health care professionals.
GBACHC has several family
physicians and, on occasion
medical resident physicians
who can address your primary
care needs. If you are a new
patient of the centre you will be
assigned to one of our primary care doctors. We ask that when possible you
arrange your appointment with your usual doctor or nurse practitioner. You may
choose to see either depending on the nature of your concern. If your usual
doctor is not available you will be seen by another member of the team. Please
inform specialists and hospitals of your doctor’s name. This will enable us to
receive copies of your reports so that they may be included in your chart. If
you are currently without a family physician and you live in the catchment area
please refer to the Patient Application letter on our website www.gbachc.ca for
instructions on how to fill out a request for a Family Physician.
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Family Physicians
Primary Care Nurse Practitioners
Primary Care Nurse Practitioners are advanced practice nurses Registered
Nurses registered with the College of Nurses. They have the independent
authority to provide wellness care, monitor infant development, screen and
monitor chronic disease, diagnose and treat common illnesses and injuries
and prescribe most medications and lab tests. They work collaboratively with
other members of the health care team.
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Registered Practical Nurse
Registered Practical nurses work with the physicians and Nurse Practitioner’s
to provide patient care. They educate patients on disease and how to lead
a healthy lifestyle. They can access patients, obtain your history and give
valuable feedback to the team on your health. They are also able to: take your
blood work, provide immunizations, administer medications and follow ordered
treatments by the physician and nurse practitioner.
System Navigator
It can be sometimes difficult for people to know what services are available
to them. The Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre offers a service
to help clients navigate the health and social service system. The Navigator
is a Registered Nurse who understands the services available within the
Community Health Centre and works with other partners in the community to
find the proper care.
The role of the system navigator is to engage clients with complex needs with
the goal to increase client self-efficacy and autonomy.
They do this by:
• Assessing and determining client needs
• Developing individualized service/care plans
• Case conferencing and engaging supports
• Making referrals to supports
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Medical Office Assistants (M.O.A.) duties include greeting patients/clients of
the centre, booking appointments and performing clerical and clinical duties
for the Health Care Practitioners and administration. They are your first point of
contact in the centre.
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Medical Office Assistants
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy is offered at the Grand Bend site of GBACHC. Our physiotherapist
will see you after you have used all of your extended health
care benefits that you may have. This will ensure that you
receive physiotherapy in a timely manner and will not delay
your healing process by being placed on a waiting list.
Our physiotherapist works together with other
physiotherapists in the community to ensure that you
receive the right care at the right time and return to your
optimum level of functioning.
Our physiotherapist works with an Occupational Therapist
and Kinesiologist to ensure that you are receiving the best
care for your specific needs. The team is able to work together to restore mobility
and maintain your independence.
Occupational Therapists
An Occupational Therapist (OT) is a Health Care Professional who works with
individuals to assist them in improving, sustaining or restoring their highest
possible level of independence in their desired daily activities.
The activities that OT’s helps with often fall into either:
• Self-care: bathing, dressing, eating, etc.
• Productivity: work, home maintenance, banking, etc.
• Leisure: sports, reading suing your computer etc.
The OT’s at GBACHC currently work with the senior population to complete
Home Safety Assessments and with individuals who have been referred to the
physiotherapy department related to hand or wrist injuries.
A referral for an OT assessment can be made through your physician, nurse
practitioner, or other health care provider, caregiver or yourself. Once the referral
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is received an OT would book a home visit with you to complete the assessment.
The OT can then assist you with concerns such as falls prevention, home
safety, assistive device use, safe return from hospital and provide education on
strategies to regain or maintain independence with daily tasks. They may also
address a need for more support or programs in the community that may be of
benefit. At times, OT’s also complete cognitive assessments to determine which
areas of your brain are functioning well and provide strategies to improve the
areas that are not functioning as well.
As a result of the home assessment OT’s work with and provide referrals
to other Health Care professionals as needed. Through the Home Safety
Assessment, recommendations are often made for individuals to access our
GBACHC Grab Bar Program, Home Maintenance or Assisted Device program
for Mobility Devices.
Kinesiologist
A Kinesiologist is a health care professional that works towards the prevention
and management of injury, disability and chronic disease, and the improvement
of overall health and performance. A Kinesiologist identifies and examines how
the body moves and looks at how it can function better. A Kinesiologist provides
baseline testing and introduces an individualized exercise plan to assist in pain
management, increase strength, and improve balance and flexibility.
Our Kinesiologist works on the Better Breathing Team to complete a
comprehensive review of current and past medical history, as well as assess
mobility, exercise status, and overall level of physical function. After baseline
testing, various exercise programs are put in place such as a home exercise
program, community group exercise programs, or supervised one on one
exercise at the Thedford Satellite Location. Our Kinesiologist also works in the
Physiotherapy department upon referral from the Physiotherapist to improve
strength, flexibility and range of motion with clients on a one-to-one basis.
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A Respiratory Therapist (RT) is a healthcare professional who monitors,
assesses, and treats individuals who have difficulty breathing. RTs are
“regulated”, meaning that they have to become members of the College of
Respiratory Therapists of Ontario in order to work in this field. The Respiratory
Therapist is an essential part of the “Better Breathing Team”. The RT assists in
the care and management of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
and other lung condition such as fibrosis or asthma. . The RT assesses
patients, performs spirometry (lung volume) testing, makes recommendations
to optimize respiratory medications, and helps to facilitate pulmonary
rehabilitation classes. The Respiratory Therapist is a certified Respiratory
educator and is able to teach patients about proper breathing techniques,
inhaler use and how to live with your condition.
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
Telemedicine Resource Nurse (TRN)
A Telemedicine Nurse (RN) coordinates client appointments with medical
specialists by using a televideo conferencing system referred to as OTN.
Telemedicine is a two way conference system that provides an alternate option
to attend an appointment with a health care professional.
The Telemedicine Nurse can assist specialist/health care professionals by
completing physical assessments, checking vital signs, photographing skin
lesions, respirology assessments, and consulting with clients and/or caregivers
before and after the appointment. Telemedicine is available for all ages and
at the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre and there is an emphasis
to support chronic disease, mental health and addictions, oncology, and
dermatology clients.
Telemedicine can be an excellent resource for providing education
opportunities for residents, patients, clients, caregivers, and other service
providers without them having to travel. The Ontario Telemedicine Network
(OTN) is free of charge and is one of North America’s largest and busiest
videoconferencing organizations.
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Aging At Home Program
The Centre offers three programs under this strategy initiated through the
Erie St. Clair LHIN.
1. Occupational Therapy (OT as described above) also includes the Home
Maintenance and Repair program (HMR), Grab Bar Program, and
Assistive Devices Program (ADP) where subsidy is available for fall
prevention strategies.
2. Better Breathing Team
3. Telemedicine Program
4. Social Work
Home Maintenance and Repair Program:
This fall prevention initiative works in collaboration with Lambton Elderly
Outreach (LEO) to provide affordable home support services. The Grand Bend
Area Community Health Centre subsidizes the lawn care and snow removal
program offered by LEO to ensure that everyone pays an affordable rate.
They work in collaboration with LEO in providing access to bonded affordable
contractors for house cleaning, home renovations etc. Once the need has
been determined through a Home Safety Assessment, the OT refers an
individual to the Home Maintenance Program if applicable.
Grab Bar Program:
This fall prevention initiative provides funding assistance to install grab bars
within an individual home. Once the need has been determined through a
Home Safety Assessment, the OT helps the individual to determine the type of
grab bar that will work best given the individual and the environment.
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Assistive Devices Program:
This is a Ministry of Health and Long Term Care program which provides
funding to Ontario Residents who have long-term physical disabilities and
require mobility devices as a result (i.e. wheeled walker, wheelchair). Our OT’s
are ADP authorizers and once a Home Safety Assessment has been completed
they can assist you with obtaining an appropriate mobility device if you meet the
ADP criteria.
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The program covers the cost of the grab bar(s) purchase and installation in the
home by a recommended vendor.
Better Breathing Team
The Better Breathing Team acts as a mobile team servicing individuals who
have a diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) or other
chronic lung impairments. The BBT provides services to clients discharged
from Bluewater Health, South Huron Hospital, and Strathroy Middlesex
General Hospital and referrals are received from Community Care Access
Centre (CCAC), local Family Health Team’s, Allied Health Professionals,
caregivers, and self-referrals. The program is designed to assist clients to
manage their care, decrease readmits to hospital, decrease the length of client
stay in hospital, decrease exacerbations, and enhance the client’s overall
quality of life through pulmonary lung rehabilitation (exercise and education).
The team will visit clients in their home and coordinate community based
programs within the catchment area, team members are:
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Registered Respiratory Therapist
Physiotherapist
Kinesiologist
Occupational Therapist
Social Worker
Program Coordinator
Telemedicine Program (OTN)
The Telemedicine Resource Nurse provides mobile services and supports
in all three CHC sites as well as South Huron Hospital in Exeter. For further
information about the program the Telemedicine Resource Nurse can be
reached in Thedford at 519-296-0117 ext. 283.
The Aging at Home Program works primarily out of the Thedford site, for more
information contact the Program Coordinator at 519-296-0117 ext. 281 or by
fax at 519-296-0122.
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Social Workers
Social Workers registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and
Social Service Workers. They work with other social services, such as
government assistance, and legal aid and
are involved in social policy development.
Social workers develop, implement, and
assess programs to address social issues
such as domestic violence, poverty, child
abuse, senior abuse, addictions and
mental health and homelessness.
Our Social Workers provide:
• Individual, couple, family and group
counselling.
• Assist people in managing their daily lives
• Help individuals understand and adapt to illness, disability such as
chronic pain and death
To obtain an appointment you may speak directly to the social worker, health
care professional or you may simply self refer.
Healthy Lifestyle Counsellor
This professionally trained counsellor helps individuals and groups to re-enforce
healthy lifestyle habits by listening and respecting one’s body, mind, emotions
and spirit. Self-directed health goals and wellness are the priority focus. Weight
management is a secondary benefit. Participants are empowered to take
control of their health outcomes. Education, support, accountability and health
care tools are offered in the context of a multi-disciplinary team. Individual
counselling, small group sessions, peer and maintenance support is provided.
Applicants are referred by a health care provider. This is a unique evidencebased program that meets the Canadian Medical Association guidelines for the
treatment of overweight/obesity. The counsellor and program are recognized by
both the Canadian Obesity Network (CON): and the internationally renowned
Centre for Mindful Eating (TCME), West Nottingham, NH.
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Chiropody is the assessment of the foot and the treatment and prevention of
diseases or disorders of the foot by therapeutic, orthotic and palliative means.
Chiropodists specialize in the recognition, assessment, treatment, and ongoing
care of the foot. As an essential member of the health care team, chiropodists
have many skills and techniques that help clients eliminate foot pain, gain
mobility and maintain healthy feet.
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Chiropody
Chiropodist treat:
• Sports injuries
• Common foot conditions such as: corns, warts, ingrown nails, calluses,
etc
• Foot infections caused by medical conditions such as diabetes
• Foot deformities and misalignments
Dennis Walsh, Chiropodist – is currently available on Thursdays between
9:00am and 4:30pm by appointment. A referral from a physician is not
necessary. Chiropody services are not covered by O.H.I.P. To make an
appointment please call 519-238-2362
Diabetes Educators
A Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) is a health care professional who is
specialized and certified to teach people with diabetes how to manage their
condition.
The GBACHC offers a diabetes education
and management program in Grand Bend
and Hensall. The program offers education
on how to self manage your diabetes and
how to prevent or delay complications.
Topics that are discussed in the program
include: blood sugar control, nutrition,
medication, activity, foot care etc. The
diabetes team collaborates with your health care provider to help best manage
your diabetes. One on one counselling and group programs are available.
Any adult person diagnosed with pre-diabetes, Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes is
able to access the program through their health care provider or self referral.
Please contact the Administrative Assistant at 519-238-1556 ext 242.
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Registered Dietitians
Dietitians have to meet national standards for education and training. They are
also required to be registered with the College of Dietitians in whatever province
they work. In Grand Bend and Hensall they provide individual and family
counselling on a variety of food and nutrition issues such as high cholesterol,
high blood pressure, bowel concerns, picky eating, unintentional weight loss,
and a non-dieting approach to weight management. If you have diabetes, you
will see the dietitian in the diabetes education program. Our dietitians accept
referrals from health care providers and self referrals from individuals within our
catchment area. They also do group programming in the community.
Health Promoters and Community Health
Engagement Workers
Health Promoters and Community Workers coordinate and facilitate group and
individual programs with tools that empower the individual towards achieving
their optimal health. They work in partnership with other agencies to the overall
betterment of the community’s health. They focus on the prevention of disease
but also concentrate on improving the lives of those with chronic diseases or
disabilities. They engage the community in improving their overall health and
wellbeing.
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre is using the Canadian Index of
Wellbeing domains as a framework to build a strong wellbeing movement in
our community. Working together, we want to create the best quality of life for
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We are using a variety of methods to gain insight about community members’
quality of life including Be Well surveys and community conversations. All of the
information collected will be combined to define a shared vision and direction
for leaders, decision makers, and community groups to take collective action! We can create large-scale, lasting change related to community wellbeing by
working with various partners and co-ordinating our efforts.
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people living in this area. The Canadian Index of Wellbeing measures quality
of life in eight categories: living standards, environment, education, time use,
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Community Health Programs
The following programs are available to everyone in the community. Please
contact Cindy Maxfield Health Promotion and Program Coordinator at 519238-1556 ext 231 for more information on any of these programs.
Exercise & Wellness Programs
BIA Testing:
Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA): BIA Determines total body water, lean
body mass, and fat mass. This information will help to assess whether your
body has an acceptable amount of healthy fat. It helps you to monitor your
fitness and nutrition success. The test is done on specific days for groups and
follows a set protocol. Individual testing is also available. Contact Counsellor
Cheryl Englert 519-238-1556 ext 237.
Healthy Lifestyle Exercise Programs:
This program is available fall, winter and spring in two locations. Grand Bend
Area CHC in the upstairs Community room
on Mondays and Thursdays at 8:45 a.m.
Port Franks at the Port Franks Community
Centre on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m.
Both programs provide warm up, low impact
aerobic exercises done to music, followed
by strength work and stretching. You must
bring a clean pair of running shoes and a
mat if you have one. There is no fee for
this program and is facilitated by a trained
volunteer. Call Cindy Maxfield, Health Promoter 519-238-1556 ext. 231.
Gentle Exercise Program:
This program runs Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00 -11:00 in the
Community Room at the Grand Bend Area CHC and is available fall, winter
and spring. Stretching, strength and gentle aerobics utilizing chairs and the
wall make this a great program for individuals that are new to exercise, or have
some physical limitations. Program is facilitated by trained volunteer instructors
and is free. Clean dry running shoes and comfy clothes are all you need. Call
Cindy Maxfield, Health Promoter 519-238-1556 ext. 231.
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The Functional Fitness program is designed for seniors with limited mobility
and is run by our Centre’s Kinesiologist. The program is offered on Monday &
Thursday mornings from 11:15-12 noon in the Community room at GBACHC.
A similar program is offered in Exeter on Monday and Wednesday’s from
2-3 pm. Contact Kinesiologist Julie Datars at 519-296-0117 ext. 243.
The Resistance Band Exercise Program:
The Resistance Band Exercise Program is a free, interactive program where
you will learn about the benefits of this type of exercise and be shown how to
do the exercises appropriately.
It is about a 2 hour class and you will receive as part of the class a free
exercise resistance band, a free DVD of the exercises and/or handout
of the exercises. To register for the class, please contact Elaine Clarke,
Administrative Assistant for the Diabetes Program at 519-238-1556 ext. 242.
Savannah Strollers:
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Functional Fitness Exercise Programs:
In partnership with the Pinery Provincial Park, Grand Bend Community
Foundation, Friends of the Pinery and the Lambton Heritage Museum we offer
you a choice of walking programs utilizing the Trails in the Pinery Park for
outdoor walking and the Galleries in the Lambton Heritage for indoor walking.
This program is available every Wednesday. Please meet in the parking lot of
the Museum at 9:20 am for those who wish to carpool to the Pinery Park. For
those who wish to stroll inside out of the elements please enter the museum
through the main entrance. The Pinery outdoor program runs year round. The
Lambton Museum indoor program runs winter to spring. There is no fee for
either program. You need to dress for the weather for the outdoor walk and
bring dry clean running shoes for the indoor walk. Call Cindy Maxfield, Health
Promoter 519-238-1556 ext 231.
Line dancing:
If you want to have fun and do exercise at the same time there is a
Linedancing program held at the Port Franks Community Centre from 8:309 a.m. every Tuesday and Thursday before the exercise program start.
Participants need dry clean shoes comfortable to dance in. There is no fee
for this program. Call Cindy Maxfield, Health Promoter 519-238-1556 ext. 231.
Program available in the fall, winter and spring.
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Community Support and
Social Programs
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support:
This program is facilitated by the Alzheimer’s Society of Huron and is offered
the first Monday of every month at the Grand Bend Area CHC at 1:30 p.m.
and 7 p.m. If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s you also need to
take care of yourself. Join others in this supportive environment. There is no
fee. The number to call is 1-800-561-5012. Program available fall, winter and
spring. www.alzheimer.ca/huroncounty .
Canadian National Institute for the
Blind Low Vision Clinic:
A free drop in clinic from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. the second Thursday of every second
month, Feb-Dec.at GBACHC in the Adult Day Wing. Staff will assist you with
the latest information and gadgets to help those with vision loss. Check the
monthly calendar for dates or contact Health Promoter Cindy Maxfield at 519238-1556 ext 231 for details.
2nd Step: Maintenance Support for
First Step Members:
This free program, provided by trained peer facilitators, offers group support
and encouragement to re-enforce the healthy lifestyle habits learned in First
Step that can help participants continue with their life-long wellness goals.
Groups meet every Thursday from Noon – 12:45 in Adult Day in Grand Bend.
Call Healthy Lifestyle Counsellor Cheryl Englert 519-238-1556 ext. 237
Sunset Cinema:
The first Thursday of every month fall, winter & spring at 7:30 pm is movie
night in the Community Room at the GBACHC. View an interesting film with
discussion to follow. Night is free but donations gladly accepted. Contact Cindy
Maxfield Health Promoter for details 519-238-1556 ext. 231.
Living with Stroke Program:
This program is for stroke survivors and their caregivers and is facilitated by
the Community Stroke Rehabilitation Team. It is offered once a week for 8
weeks. Interested participants can self-refer and should contact Social Worker
Erin Bickell at 519-527-8404 ext. 4288 to register.
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This support group was created in response to an identified need in our
community for individuals and their caregivers who live with Parkinson’s
disease. The group has been established in partnership with the Parkinson’s
Society – London chapter. The aim of this group is to enhance member’s
knowledge on specific topics related to Parkinson’s disease and provide them
with opportunities to dialogue with each other, ask questions to occasional
guest speakers and share resources. Our hope is to create a network in our
community where individuals will feel supported and encouraged. This group
aims to facilitate personal growth, empowerment and increased knowledge
and understanding of the disease. For more information on this support group
contact the Aging at Home Occupational Therapist at 519-238-1556 ext. 241.
The Power of Parenting:
This 6 week program recognizes that parents are the first line of defense in the
development of healthy, well-adjusted children. This group serves to educate
and support parents in their efforts to navigate the challenges of parenting.
Topics include parenting styles, effective communication, setting limits,
behavior issues, bullies, drugs and curfews, self -esteem and confidence
building. Facilitated by Social Worker Mickey Gurbin 519-238-1556 ext. 223.
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Chronic Disease Programs
Chronic Pain Management and
Support Group:
This 8 week program at the GBACHC incorporates
gentle exercise, education sessions and support.
It deals with topics such as what is chronic pain,
managing medications, relaxation techniques, better
sleep and much more. This free program is offered
in the spring and fall and includes many health care professionals. Contact
Registered Social Worker Mickey Gurbin at 519-238-1556 ext. 223 for further
dates and times.
Pre Diabetes Classes:
These classes are offered at GBACHC two to three times a year with
topics that include healthy eating, physical activity and stress management.
Facilitated by Patricia Baker RD CDE and JoAnne Aitken RN CDE.
Call Elaine Clarke Administrative Assistant 519-238-1556 ext. 242 for details.
Heart Health Class: Manage/Prevent High Cholesterol
or High Blood Pressure:
These free educational programs are offered throughout the year with great
tips on how to manage your cholesterol/high blood pressure through lifestyle
strategies and to help you understand what your numbers really mean.
Facilitated by the Patricia Baker RD, CDE, Miranda Burgess RD, and
JoAnne Aitken RN CDE. Call Elaine Clarke Administrative Assistant
519-238-1556 ext. 242 for details.
Smoking Cessation:
Trying to Quit? The GBACHC offers group and individual support to help
people who are trying to quit smoking. A four week program is offered in
Hensall and Grand Bend (depending on interest) that helps you to identify why
you smoke, and then helps you with the tips and strategies you need to quit
smoking for good. In partnership with the Lambton and Huron Health Units
we offer S.T.O.P. on the Road a one night smoking cessation program that
provides free NRT to participants. Call Cindy Maxfield Health Promoter
519-238-1556 ext. 231 for dates, times and more information.
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This is a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary program that supports evidence
based / best practices and health guidelines for the treatment of overweight
and obesity. It meets the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) guidelines.
This program and counsellor are nationally and internationally recognized.
They are registered with the Canadian Obesity Network (CON) and The
Center For Mindful Eating (TCME) – an
international network of professionals
dedicated to the education and principles
of Mindful Eating. This is not a “dieting”
program but one that promotes overall
health and wellness. In addition to its
Mindfulness principles, it uses a variety of
tools such as body composition analysis,
cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT), and
motivational interviewing along with
stress management and emotional resilience techniques. A comprehensive
individual assessment, one on one counselling, small group sessions, trained
peer mentors and a maintenance program are offered. Please contact
Cheryl Ashick-Englert, B.A.,M.Div., and Healthy Lifestyle Counsellor
519-238-1556 ext. 237.
Blood Pressure Clinic:
Have your blood pressure monitored every month by a trained volunteer in
the Day Centre wing of the Health Centre. The program is offered the last
Thursday of every month from 2-4 p.m. Call Cindy Maxfield Health Promoter
for details 519-238-1556 ext. 231. Everyone welcome, no appointment needed.
CHRONIC DISEASE EDUCATION & SUPPORT PROGRAMS
First Step: Healthy Lifestyle/
Weight Management Program:
Choices for Change, Addiction Counselling Services:
This Program provides assessment and treatment for people with substance
abuse and problem gambling issues. Services are offered at both the Hensall
and Grand Bend sites of the GBACHC. Adults, youth and family counselling
are available. You may self-refer to this program by contact Patti Kellar at
1-877-218-0077 ext. 302 or email [email protected] or contact
Elise Metcalf in Grand Bend at 1-877-218-0012 ext. 1 to complete an intake
and make an appointment.
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Master Your Health:
This six week free program is designed for people
living with a chronic disease. The program will
help you to create a personal action plan to better
manage your health, build confidence and help you
to deal with the everyday challenges of living with
a chronic disease. Workshops are offered fall and
spring. Contact Lise Callahan Social Worker for details 519-238-1556 ext. 230.
Being Mindful:
Join to learn and practice different mindfulness techniques and coping
strategies to reduce stress, gain acceptance and find happiness. This 8 week
series will be offered in partnership with Canadian Mental Health Association
& GBACHC. Program will be offered fall and spring. Contact Lise Callahan for
details 519-238-1556 ext. 230.
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Contact Miranda Burgess, Registered Dietitian at 519-238-1556 ext.222.
Programs are FREE unless indicated by ($).
Come Cook with Us!
Adventures in Cooking ($)
Hands-on, fun cooking groups for youth or adults. Make tasty, healthy recipes. Enjoy your creations at the end of the session!
Cooking out of the Box
Try a taste of a low-cost recipe using the vegetables
and fruit that you get from the Farm to Table Food
Box. Held on 4th Thursday at Blessings Community
Store in Zurich (except December).
Alphabites OR Kids in the Kitchen
Learn about fun, tasty recipe ideas for families with
young children. Held at Ontario Early Years sites in Grand Bend and Hensall.
COMMUNITY NUTRITION PROGRAMS
Community Nutrition Programs
Meals in Minutes – Food Demonstrations
Have your questions about healthy eating answered. We will show you how to
make quick, tasty, and healthy meals. Enjoy a taste of the food at the end of
the session! Men Can Cook ($)
Hands-on, fun cooking group for men. Make tasty, healthy recipes. Enjoy the
meal at the end of the session! Held the last Wednesday of every month from
10:00am to 1:00pm.
Community Food Advisors
Trained volunteers who share their love and knowledge of food. They can
show you or your group how to shop for and prepare tasty food that is
low-cost, nutritious, and safe. They offer this education through displays,
workshops, presentations, cooking classes, or food demonstrations.
Opening Doors
GBACHC supported West Lambton’s application to the United Way to expand
this program. It is a free physical activity and healthy eating program for adults
living with mental illness. www.gbachc.ca
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Local Food Programs
Farm to Table Food Box ($)
Order a Farm to Table Food Box and receive a variety of local fruit and
vegetables. A small box costs $13 and a large box costs $18. Food Box is
available monthly year-round in Grand Bend. Contact Registered Dietitian for
order and pick-up dates.
Meet me at the Farmer’s Market
Come by our booth to taste a yummy recipe featuring
local food and to get information about GBACHC
programs. Grand Bend Farmer’s Market runs every
Wednesday morning from late May to early October. We will be there once per month.
Community Gardens
Community gardens involve a group of people who come together to garden.
People may decide to grow vegetables, fruit, flower and/or herbs. Would you
like to join or would you like to start a community garden?
Blessings Community Store & Food Bank
Located at 45 Main St Zurich. Blessings have furniture, clothing, toys and books
at reasonable prices as well as offers food bank services. Hours are Monday to
Friday from 10-4 pm and Saturdays from 10-3 pm. Call 519-236-4376.
Nutrition Education Workshops – FREE!
Craving Change: Why it’s Hard to Change and How to Change your
Eating (several sessions)
• Help you to understand why you eat the way you do. • Discuss ways to deal with problematic eating.
• Change your thinking; change your eating.
Shades of Grey
When we feel better about our bodies, we are better able to care for them. These free interactive group sessions will help you improve your body
satisfaction and develop positive body image! This workshop runs for several
consecutive weeks based on interest. Contact Miranda Burgess RD
519-238-1556 ext. 222. Hensall and GBACHC.
Heart Health Sessions: How to Eat Smart for your Heart
• Understand what your numbers really mean.
• Learn lifestyle strategies to help you prevent or manage high cholesterol.
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The “We Can Help” fund has been established in partnership with the
Grand Bend Rotary Club and the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre
(GBACHC) its goal is to provide an urgent one-time financial “Gift” to assist
individuals from the community that meet the criteria for compassionate
assistance. Funds could be used towards groceries, winter clothing, boots,
glasses, utilities, transportation etc. as examples. A confidential application
form must be obtained and completed through a GBACHC social worker who
will then determine the need and process the application. Please contact
Social Worker Mickey Gurbin 519-238-1556 ext. 223 for more details or Health
Promoter Cindy Maxfield ext. 231. Donations are gratefully received and
cheques should be made out to the “We Can Help Fund” and submitted to the
Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre administration office.
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“We Can Help Fund”
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Grand Bend Area Health Services
Foundation
As the fundraising arm of the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre,
the Grand Bend Area Health Services Foundation receives and distributes
financial resources necessary to meet the capital requirements of the Health
Centre, and supports health care services available in the community. Created
in 2000, the Foundation was registered by the Canada Revenue Agency as
a “Non Profit Corporation” in 2001, receiving Charitable Registration (#88673
8418 RR0001).
Government grants cannot meet all of the community expectations for health
care services, especially in rural areas. In order to enhance existing services
and enable community needs to be met in the future, private contributions and
donations are often needed, sometimes on short notice.
When the Grand Bend Area Community Health Centre was established, it was
understood that the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care would not fully fund
the capital requirements of the new facility. It was therefore decided to follow
the example of most hospitals, health agencies, and other community service
agencies, and establish a Foundation to be responsible for fundraising activities.
The current site for the Health Centre was generously donated by Rice
Development. A very successful campaign by the Foundation raised
substantial funds for items and equipment not funded by the government.
The new Centre, officially opened in May 2004, would have been impossible
without this considerable community support. Later, in December 2008,
through a significant donation from the Foundation, the Centre was able to
purchase .75 acres immediately north of the current facility to allow for needed
future expansion. Further donations enabled the installation of Electronic
Medical Records in 2012. In 2014, a sound system for the hearing impaired
was purchased by us for the Adult Day Centre. In 2015 we contributed 25,000
towards centre improvements.
There are a number of ways by which you can support the Grand Bend Area
Community Health Centre through the Foundation, and make a difference.
Donations can be directed to a program or project of your choice. You can
pledge a contribution over a period of time; make a special occasion gift
in recognition of a person or life event; arrange a “planned gift” through a
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For more information about the remarkable difference which donations can
make to the delivery of health care services at the Grand Bend Area Community
Health Centre, please contact the Foundation at 519-238-1556 ext 232.
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bequest in your will or make a memorial gift recognized by a plaque on the
Memorial Wall which will designate the person’s name in perpetuity.
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South Huron Hospital Association
Vision:
Promotion of Health…Prevention of Disease…Provision of Care
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Mission:
Your healthcare partner, close to home
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Values:
Integrity
Collaboration
Accountability
Respect
Ethical
South Huron Hospital Association (SHHA) serves a catchment area in excess
of 19,000 clients which includes the Municipality of South Huron and its
adjacent communities. The hospital plays a pivotal role in our community.
The hospital provides 24/7 emergency services, laboratory services,
diagnostic imaging services, and outpatient clinic services, etc. The hospital is
the primary care service provider for the communities we serve.
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Out-Patient Consultants Clinics – by physician referral
• Internal Medicine/Cardiac Stress Testing – Dr. Fianni
• Endocrinology/Internal Medicine/Cardiac Stress Testing - Dr. McLean
• General Surgery – Dr. McCune
• Pediatric Respirology – Dr. Lyttle
• Gynecology – Dr. Nascu
• Pediatrics – Dr. Montiveros
• Psychiatry – Dr. Gangdev
• Skin Clinic – Dr. Howard
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS AND RESOURCES
SHHA offers:
• 24 hour emergency department
• Walk-In Clinic 364 days of the year (closed Christmas day)
• Family Practice Clinic
• Physiotherapy (In Patient primarily)
• Outpatient Clinics
• Cardiac Stress Test Clinic
• Bone Mineral Density Program
• Digital Imaging (X-rays and Ultrasound)
• Laboratory Services (In patient primarily)
• 11 Acute Care Beds
• 4 Chronic Care Beds
• 4 Rehabilitation Beds
• Echocardiograms
Out-Patient Clinic- Self Referral
• Breast Feeding Clinic at the Medical Centre every morning 9-noon on
walk in basis, provided by Huron Health Unit.
• Arthritis Society every 2nd Friday 1-800-321-1433 ext. 1221
• Pedorthics every Thursday 1-844-337-7653
Family Practice Clinic
Dr. Ryan, Dr. Mussani, Dr. Lam, Dr. Bueno, Dr. Farrell, Dr. Ashtarani
To make an appointment with your family doctor, speak to Reception or a
Nurse Monday to Friday, call 519-235-3343 between 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Closed for lunch from noon to 1:00 p.m.
Patients of FPC doctors should report to the FPC for lab tests and injections
by appointment between 8:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Monday to Friday.
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Walk-In Clinic
The Emergency Department is to be used only for true emergency cases. For
all others, it is expected that you will consult with your Family Physician. In a
time when that is not possible, the Walk-In Clinic is available.
The Walk-In Clinic is open Monday to Friday (except statutory holidays) from
4:00 p.m.–6:45 p.m. Saturday, Sundays and Statutory Holidays 11:00 a.m. –
1:45 p.m. Please bring your Ontario health card.
Contact Information
South Huron Hospital Association
24 Huron St. West
Exeter Ontario, N0M 1S2
Telephone: 1-519-235-2700
Fax: 1-519-235-3405
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.shha.on.ca
South Huron Medical Centre
23 Huron St. West
Exeter Ontario, N0M 1S2
Phone: 1-519-235-3343
Fax: 1-519-235-3845
Directions to the Hospital from Grand Bend to Exeter
Highway 21 North
Turn RIGHT onto Thames Road/Highway 83 East
Turn RIGHT onto Main Street/Highway 4
Turn RIGHT onto Huron Street West – The hospital is on the right hand side
of the road.
SHHA Blog
Enter your email address to subscribe to the SHHA Blog for interesting Health
Information: http://shhablog.blogspot.ca
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Speaker’s Bureau
South Huron Hospital/Grand Bend
Area Community Health Centre
Does Your Community Group
Need a Guest speaker?
Topics Available:
Social Issues
(parenting, stressors, anxiety, depression, bullying)
Health Promotion
Hospital/CHC Services
Infection Prevention & Control
Current Health Related Topic
Aging at Home
(Home Safety, Fall Prevention, Better Breathing Program,
Social Work, Telemedicine (OTN))
Smoking Cessation
Diabetes Weight Management
A Physician Perspective
Or any you may suggest.
Contact South Huron Hospital Association.
Phone 519-235-2700 x 5169
[email protected]
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Community Health Partnerships
Contact Information
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A.A & AL-Anon........................................................................... 1-800-708-9833
Adult Day Centre Grand Bend Site...............................................519-238-6289
Aids & Sexual Health InfoLine................................................... 1-800-668-2437
Alzheimer Society...................................................................... 1-800-561-5012
Arthritis Society......................................................... 1-800-321-1433 ext. 1221
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Blessings Food Bank Zurich..........................................................519-236-4376
Bluewater Nursing Home..............................................................519-236-4373
C
Canada Pension Plan................................................................ 1-800-277-9914
Canadian Institute for the Blind................................................. 1-800-563-2642
Canadian Mental Health Services............................................. 1-866-531-2600
CMHA Crisis Line Lambton....................................................... 1-800-307-4319
CHMA Crisis Line Huron........................................................... 1-800-829-7484
Cancer Society.......................................................................... 1-888-939-3333
Central Lambton Family Health team ...........................................519-882-2552
Choices for Change (formerly Huron Addiction Services)......... 1-877-218-0077
Community Care Access Centre Huron.................................... 1-800-267-0535
Community Care Access Centre Lambton................................ 1-800-265-1445
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Elder Abuse –Lambton 519-344-8861 / Huron..............................519-524-4108
Erie St Clair Local Health Integration Network.......................... 1-866-231-5446
Eating Disorder Outreach.......................................................... 1-877-695-2524
F
Family Counselling Centre Sarnia/Lambton..................................519-336-0120
Family Services Perth-Huron........................................................519-482-3931
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Grand Bend Community Foundation.............................................519-238-2190
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Huron County Health Unit......................................................... 1-877-837-6143
Huron County Women’s Shelter................................................ 1-800-265-5506
Huron EMS....................................................................................519-524-8394
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Lambton County Health Unit..................................................... 1-800-667-1839
Lambton Elderly Outreach Lambton.......................................... 1-800-265-0203
Lambton EMS................................................................................519-882-3797
London’s Children Aid Society................................................... 1-888-661-6167
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Mental Health 24 hr Crisis Line Huron...................................... 1-888-829-7484
Mental Health 24 hr Crisis Line Lambton.................................. 1-800-307-4319
Municipality of Bluewater........................................................... 1-877-236-4351
Municipality of Lambton Shores................................................ 1-877-786-2335
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North Lambton Community Health Centre....................................519-786-4545
North Lambton Social Services.....................................................519-786-2334
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211 Ontario (connects you to all services)........................................ just dial 211
One Care (Formally Midwestern Adult Day & Town & Country)... 1-877-502-8277
Ontario Disability Support Program Huron................................ 1-800-565-5762
Ontario Disability Support Program Lambton............................ 1-800-663-7633
Ontario Early Years.......................................................................519-786-4839
Ontario Problem Gambling Hotline............................................ 1-888-230-3505
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Queensway Nursing Home...........................................................519-262-2830
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Sarnia Lambton Children’s Aid......................................................519-336-0623
Sarnia Lambton District Stroke Strategy Network..................... 1-866-310-7577
Sexual Assault Survivor Centre.....................................................519-337-3320
Smokers Helpline...................................................................... 1-877-513-5333
South Huron Hospital Association.................................................519-235-2700
South Huron Medical Centre.........................................................519-235-3343
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Telehealth Ontario..................................................................... 1-866-797-0000
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Veterans Affairs Canada............................................................ 1-866-522-2122
Victim Services Huron...................................................................519-524-4108
Victims Service Lambton...............................................................519-341-8861
VON Lambton................................................................................519-542-2310
VON Huron....................................................................................519-271-7991
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Wellspring (Cancer Support Centre).............................................519-438-7379
Westover Addiction Services..................................................... 1-800-721-3232
Women’s Interval Home Sarnia/Lambton.................................. 1-800-265-1412
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Disclaimer: We thank all the advertisers whose support has made this
publication possible. The appearance of the advertisements in this publication
should not be taken as an endorsement by our hospital of any particular goods
or services and our hospital cannot be responsible for the goods and services
which appear in those advertisements.
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