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Organization:
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West Elgin Community Health Centre
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Address:
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153 Main St
West Lorne, ON
N0L 2P0
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Map
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Hours:
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| Mon | 8:30am-12noon
1pm-4:30pm | |
| Tue | 8:30am-12noon
1pm-8:30pm | |
| Wed | 8:30am-12noon
1pm-4:30pm | |
| Thu | 8:30am-12noon
1pm-8:30pm | |
| Fri | 8:30am-12noon
1pm-4:30pm | |
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Executives:
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Andy Kroeker - Executive Director
akroeker@wechc.on.ca
Rick van der Heide - Primary Health Services Director
rvanderheide@wechc.on.ca
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Service Description:
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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 workers assist high-risk seniors living in the community by providing assistance with personal care tasks like dressing, grooming, bathing, housekeeping, and laundry* care coordination, medication reminders, and security checks * visits and social support * support staff available daily to attend in the homes 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
- 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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Member agency of the Elgin Community
Support Services Network
To invite a provider to participate in Coordinated Care Planning or ask about Coordinated Care Planning for you or someone you support, please fax 519-768-2548.
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Fees:
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Most fees covered through OHIP * some fees for other programs
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Application:
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Call or visit * appointments required for some programs * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Varies per program
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