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The Centre is closed Mon-Fri from 12noon-1pm. See for service details.

West Elgin Community Health Centre

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153 Main St
West Lorne, ON
N0L 2P0
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519-768-1715
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Fax: 519-768-2548
iconPath Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am-12noon, 1pm-4:30pm * Tue and Thu 8:30am-12noon, 1pm-8:30pm
Last Updated: Dec 22, 2023: Suggest an edit

Application

Call or visit * appointments required for some programs * no referral required

Eligibility / Target Population

Varies per program

Fees

Most fees covered through OHIP * some fees for other programs

Executives

Andy Kroeker - Executive Director
akroeker@wechc.on.ca
Barry Fellinger - Community Health Services Director
bfellinger@wechc.on.ca

Contacts

John Mockler - Finance and Operations Director
jmockler@wechc.on.ca
Kate Dymock - Primary Health Services Director
kdymock@wechc.on.ca

Languages

English

Area Served

West Elgin

Accessibility

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Description of Services

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
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  • 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, care coordination, medication assistance, and security checks * scheduled and unscheduled visits * support staff available daily in the homes/apartments of clients
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  • Community Support Services for Seniors Various programs provide supports to help older adults maintain independence while remaining in their home and community
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  • 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
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  • Parenting Support Parenting education and support including prenatal classes, breastfeeding support, and a Well Baby Clinic


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About Us

The West Elgin Community Health Centre delivers primary health care, illness prevention and health promotion services, as well as a range community programs to the residents of western Elgin.

Last Updated: Dec 22, 2023: Suggest an edit
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