West Elgin Community Health Centre - caregiverexchange.ca

Organization:

West Elgin Community Health Centre

Phone Numbers:

519-768-1715

Fax:

519-768-2548

Email:

info@wechc.on.ca

Website:

wechc.on.ca

Address:

153 Main St
West Lorne, ON
N0L 2P0

Intersection:

Graham Rd and Main St

Location:

West Elgin

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30am-12noon, 1pm-4:30pm * Tue and Thu 8:30am-12noon, 1pm-8:30pm

Executives:

Andy Kroeker - Executive Director
akroeker@wechc.on.ca
Rick van der Heide - Primary Health Services Director
rvanderheide@wechc.on.ca

Contacts:

Debra Thomas - Human Resources Officer
dthomas@wechc.on.ca

Service Description:

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 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

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

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

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

Services and Programs:

Fees:

Most fees covered through OHIP * some fees for other programs

Application:

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

Eligibility - Population(s) Served:

Varies per program

Languages:

English

Area(s) Served:

West Elgin

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.

This information was last completely updated on: 7-28-2025

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