Health and Social Care Services and Programs

It can be difficult to find the health and care services available in your community. We are working together to make the system easier to use. Here, you will find a list of essential services to help get you started.
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Disclaimer: While we strive to keep this service page current, it is not exhaustive and may not include all available services.

If you are in need of emergency services, please call 911
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please reach out to 988, 519-433-2023 OR 1-877-539-0463
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Services

Chronic Disease Prevention & Management

Support is available to help you prevent, manage, and live well with chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and COPD. Find education programs, coaching, and local care.

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Hospital & Urgent Care

Need medical attention now? Find local hospitals and urgent care centres in Elgin County, including options for in-person and virtual urgent care services.

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Indigenous Resources

Programs and supports created by and for Indigenous peoples, offering culturally grounded care, healing, and community connection.

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Local Services

Looking for more information on local services? This section includes additional programs, tools, and online resources that support health, navigation, and care in the community.

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Mental Health, Substance Use Health & Addiction Services

Explore mental health, substance use health & addiction support services, including counselling, therapy, and self-guided programs. Services are available for all ages and cover a range of needs.

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Primary Care

Find walk-in clinics, family doctors, nurse practitioners, and community health centres, especially if you don't currently have a primary care provider.

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Transportation Supports

London Health Sciences Centre Transportation for Dialysis

Provides info and resources for patients travelling for dialysis treatement.

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In-person
Cancer Screening

Lung Cancer Screening

Lung cancer is one of the most common cancers and is the most common cause of cancer death in Ontario. The reason so many people die from lung cancer is that by the time it is usually diagnosed, the cancer has spread to other parts of the body or is too big, and treatment has less of a chance of working.

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Brain Injury, Stroke & Tumor Supports

March of Dimes After Stroke

A free, nationwide service offering stroke survivors and their caregivers peer-support groups, online and telephone programs, exercise- and movement-based sessions, and personalized recovery planning.

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Education & Self-Management

MedsCheck Program

If you are taking multiple medications, the MedsCheck Program, available at most pharmacies, helps ensure that you are getting the most benefit from your medications and that you are taking them as prescribed. Anyone taking a minimum of 3 medications and who has an Ontario health card is eligible for the MedsCheck Program.

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Supports for Newcomers to Canada

Mennonite Community Services

Helps newcomers (especially Low German speakers) settle into Elgin with support for paperwork (immigration, citizenship), orientation to life in Canada, interpretation services, family support, and referrals to local services.

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Employment/Financial/Legal Supports

Mennonite Community Services Employment Services

Offers job search support, career counselling, skills training, and employment resources to help individuals, including newcomers and those facing barriers, find and maintain meaningful work. Low German support is available.

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Transportation Supports

Mennonite Community Services Transportation

Providing medical transportation through an application process. Call to apply or make an appointment.

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In-person
Transportation Supports

Middlesex County Connect

Regional public transit linking communities in London, St. Thomas, and surrounding areas with accessible buses and app-based booking.

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Individual Counselling

Mind Your Mind

Mental Health and Wellness Platform designed mainly for youth and young adults. Provides accessible, relatable information and tools to help people understand and manage their mental health.

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